Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo
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Popular places to visit

Salvo Palace showing a city, street scenes and a sunset

Salvo Palace

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.

Salvo Palace
Meat, meat, meat! Preparing the parilla for lunch at Mercado del Puerto in Montevideo. #market

Port Market

4/5(32 reviews)

Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.

Port Market
Montevideo Cathedral featuring a city, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Montevideo Cathedral

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Montevideo Cathedral
Solís Theatre in Odl Town Montevideo, Uruguay. It opened in 1856 and the building was designed by the Italian architect Carlo Zucchi.

Solis Theater

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.

Solis Theater
Montevideo Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views

Peatonal Sarandí

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a trip to Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Peatonal Sarandí
Pocitos Beach

Pocitos Beach

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Relax on soft golden sand, swim in clean water and visit a museum of naval history at this beach located in one of Montevideo’s most upmarket neighborhoods.

Pocitos Beach

Things to do

Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

$59
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Discover Montevideo: Fun Small Group Tour for Cruise Travelers

Discover Montevideo:Shared Small-Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

$65
per adult
Discover Montevideo:Shared Small-Group Tour for Cruise Passengers
Explore Montevideo in a Fun Small Group-Just For Cruise Passenger

Fun Small-Group Montevideo Tour-Exclusively for Cruise Passengers

$65
per adult
Fun Small-Group Montevideo Tour-Exclusively for Cruise Passengers
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Ciudad Vieja Hotel Deals

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia Montevideo
$156 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$158 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Popular attractions Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (840 reviews)
Probably one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. Perfect location, affordable, excellent service. Great all around.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia

NH Montevideo Columbia

4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473 Montevideo
$66 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$68 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Museo Gurvich and Peatonal ...
7.6/10 Good! (568 reviews)
NH is a well-known hotel chain, and we've stayed with them in other cities. This was our first time in Montevideo. The location is excellent. It faces the riverfront with a great view, and being in the historic district, it's within walking distance of the main attractions of the Old City. The hotel ...

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

NH Montevideo Columbia
Puerto Mercado Hotel

Puerto Mercado Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Cerrito 262 Montevideo
$68 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
$70 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (737 reviews)
A great choice for the Ciudad Vieja part of Montevideo. Excellent value, great walkable location. A pleasant hotel.

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel

Axsur Design Hotel

4 out of 5
Misiones 1260 Montevideo
$79 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$81 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Stay at this hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Casa Rivera and Museo Gurvich are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (582 reviews)
Nice and excellent location the room are very spacious

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Axsur Design Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Solis 1433 Montevideo
$164 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$166 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay. Staff was amazing. Area is great. Breakfast was delicious. Would definitely come back!

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo

Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo

4 out of 5
Piedras 234, Ciudad Vieja Montevideo
$70 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$72 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Port Market and Carnival Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (513 reviews)
The hotel is within walking distance of many bars and restaurants in the old city and the old market hall with its many shops and restaurants is just across the street. The room and bed were comfortable and the shower was excellent. The hotel staff were helpful and friendly. I would recommend this ...

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo
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Other neighborhoods around Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo Centro

3.5/5(57 area reviews)

Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.

Montevideo Centro
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Barrio Sur

While there might not be top attractions in Barrio Sur, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Intendencia Lookout and Salvo Palace.

Barrio Sur
Mercado Agricola de Montevideo featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Aguada

If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.

Aguada
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Palermo

While Palermo isn't home to many top sights, Intendencia Lookout and Ramirez Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Palermo
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Cordón

While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Teatro El Galpón and Tristan Narvaja Flea Market.

Cordón
Lovely park in Montevideo. Uruguay

Parque Rodó

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Ramirez Beach or Rambla of Montevideo.

Parque Rodó
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