Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Montevideo
Montevideo showing a high-rise building and heritage architecture
Montevideo featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and a day spa
Montevideo showing a city, street scenes and a high-rise building
Montevideo which includes modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Salvo Palace which includes street scenes, a sunset and a city

Salvo Palace

4.5/5(2 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
Montevideo Cathedral showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Montevideo Cathedral

5/5(5 reviews)

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

Montevideo Cathedral
Port Market

Port Market

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Port Market
Solis Theater

Solis Theater

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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 stop at 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 time in Montevideo? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Activities

Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo

Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo

NZ$42
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

NZ$42
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental

Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental

NZ$30
per adult
Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

NZ$258
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch
Skip the Line: Museo Andes 1972 Crash Memorial Admission Ticket

Museo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket

NZ$13
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

NZ$82
per adult
Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers
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Our pick of the best Ciudad Vieja Hotel Deals

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Puerto Mercado Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Cerrito 262, Montevideo
The price is NZ$102 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$102
13 July - 14 July
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! (701 reviews)
"Wonderful staff & employees"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 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 NZ$317 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$317
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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 18 May 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia
NH Montevideo Columbia
4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473, Montevideo
The price is NZ$116 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$116
29 July - 30 July
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 4 Mar. 2025

NH Montevideo Columbia
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Solis 1433, Montevideo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$224 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$224
15 July - 16 July
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! (239 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, wonderful service!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel
4 out of 5
Misiones 1260, Montevideo
The price is NZ$139 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$139
11 July - 12 July
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Montevideo Cathedral and Casa Rivera are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (557 reviews)
"Gorgeous room, lovely staff, convenient location. Awesome coffee!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Axsur Design Hotel
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 25 Nov. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo Centro

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Sur and surrounding area, you can visit 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 may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cagancha Square and Palacio Municipal.

Palermo
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Cordón

While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Palacio Municipal and National Library of Uruguay.

Cordón
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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 Ramirez Beach.

Parque Rodó

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