Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo
Montevideo featuring heritage architecture and a skyscraper
Montevideo featuring a sandy beach, a day spa and a sunset
Montevideo showing street scenes, modern architecture and a high rise building
Montevideo showing modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Salvo Palace showing street scenes, a sunset and a city

Salvo Palace

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

Salvo Palace
Port Market

Port Market

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, heritage architecture and religious elements

Montevideo Cathedral

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

Montevideo Cathedral
Solis Theater

Solis Theater

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

Solis Theater
Peatonal Sarandí

Peatonal Sarandí

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

Peatonal Sarandí

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino during your visit to Montevideo? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Things to do

Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo

Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo

P1,405
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

P1,405
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

P8,708
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch
Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental

Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental

P1,011
per adult
Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental
Skip the Line: Museo Andes 1972 Crash Memorial Admission Ticket

Museo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket

P449
per adult
Museo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket
Montevideo City Tour Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers

Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers

P2,753
per adult
Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers
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Top hotels in Ciudad Vieja

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Puerto Mercado Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Cerrito 262, Montevideo
The price is P3,448 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P3,448
P3,448 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (699 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia, Montevideo
The price is P10,721 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P10,721
P10,721 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (791 reviews)
"Everything is good"

Reviewed on May 18, 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Solis 1433, Montevideo
The price is P7,584 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P7,584
P7,584 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Stay at this 4-star 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! (238 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, wonderful service!"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia
NH Montevideo Columbia
4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473, Montevideo
The price is P4,590 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P4,590
P4,590 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Montevideo Cathedral ...
7.6/10 Good! (536 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"Fabulous hotel and all the staff are so helpful and welcoming. We were checked in very quickly and efficiently. The room was very comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed dinner the restaurant . Overall highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

NH Montevideo Columbia
Viajero Montevideo Hostel
Viajero Montevideo Hostel
2 out of 5
CL MITRE,BARTOLOME 1363 MI, Montevideo
Stay at this hostel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Louvre Antiques and Plaza de la Diversidad ...
7.8/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"Amazing hostel in an old classic renovated building"

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2024

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Viajero Montevideo Hostel
Palacio Hotel
Palacio Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Bartolomé Mitre 1364, Ciudad Vieja,, Montevideo
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (167 reviews)
"Great place w/an old nostalgic vibe. Felt a bit like a ghost town w/most shops closed. Maybe because it was winter time. Urea’s a whole was underwhelming. Maybe in the summer it is more lively. Still a cool historic looking hotel & walking distance to main plaza, market & old town!"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo Centro

Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cagancha Square and Salvo Palace.

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 Cagancha Square 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, Cagancha Square and Palacio Municipal are some notable places to visit nearby.

Palermo
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Cordón

While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and Palacio Municipal.

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 Rambla of Montevideo or Casino Parque Hotel.

Parque Rodó

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