Landmark
La Mano de Punta del Este
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La Mano de Punta del Este, also known as 'The Hand,' is a renowned sculpture by Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal. Installed in 1982, it depicts five fingers reaching up from the sand, creating a striking contrast against the ocean. Visitors often pose for photos with the hand, especially at sunrise or sunset when the light enhances its dramatic silhouette. The sculpture has become a must-see landmark, representing human presence emerging from nature.
Don't miss
- Photograph the hand from different angles to capture its full form against the sea
- Visit at sunrise or sunset for dramatic lighting and fewer crowds
- Feel the texture of the concrete fingers and the surrounding sand
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit La Mano de Punta del Este
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inLa Vista 360 Mirador4.3★ · 44 travelers1–5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$11 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFull Day Punta del Este4.9★ · 839 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$45 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Tour for cruisers in Punta del Este with TANGO TOUR5★ · 10 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$150 per personSee dates →More attractions in Punta Del Este