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Discover Montevideo, Uruguay

Gaucho Culture. Artisan Markets.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Montevideo

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

The Fountain / Monumento de Entrevero on the Plaza de Entrevero in Montevideo, Uruguay, South America. The Fountain / Monumento de Entrevero on the Plaza de Entrevero.
Uruguay, Montevideo Independence Square in historic city center, a famous tourism attraction. Independence Square in historic city centre.
Exterior Casapueblo Casapueblo.
Coastal avenue of Montevideo named Rambla ore Avenida Alfredo Arocena in the Carrasco neighbourhood, Uruguay Coastal avenue Rambla in the Carrasco.
The metropolitan cathedral of Montevideo, Uruguay The Metropolitan Cathedral.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

The Plaza independencia in Montevideo, Uruguay. The Palacio Salvo in the Background and the Monument of the grave of General Artigas in the Foreground.

Famous For

Independence Plaza separates Old Town from downtown. You can’t miss the statue of Jose Artigas, Uruguay’s great military leader.

Chivito is a typical sandwich from Uruguay, with lettuce, tomato, bacon, beef, fried or boiled eggs and cheese.

Exquisite Flavours

Be sure to try chivito, a hearty sandwich, and indulge in dulce de leche treats. Explore the vibrant Mercado del Puerto for authentic barbecue.

Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

Fun Facts

Venture to the beautiful Portuguese colonial city of Colonia del Sacramento, first settled in 1680.

Language

The local language is Spanish. Say "what time is it?" in Spanish: "que hora es?"

Time Zone

UST (Uruguay Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -3 hours

Currency & Shopping

Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Native crafts, souvenirs, antiques, gaucho paraphernalia, paintings, furniture and jewellery.

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