Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ciudad Vieja
Popular places to visit
Salvo Palace
Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.
Montevideo Cathedral
Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.
Port Market
Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.
Solis Theater
Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.
Peatonal Sarandí
You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a stop at Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Independence Plaza
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Activities
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers
Montevideo: Old City Walking Tour with Photographer
Our pick of the best Ciudad Vieja Hotel Deals
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Room was really a suite and much more than I expected; great location and pool!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
NH Montevideo Columbia
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 24 Nov 2025
Puerto Mercado Hotel
It’s in a nice location, but you still need to walk a lot (which I didn’t mind). The room was normal. Just a bed and a shower.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Axsur Design Hotel
Great staff ! Caroline was amazing! she helped out
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Very small room, but beautiful antiques and china
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo
The nicest lodgings so far on this trip to South America. The best staff, hotel condition and style, room, bath, etc.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja
Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.
Barrio Sur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.
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 Ramirez Beach and Intendencia Lookout.
Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and National Library of 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.
