Cordón Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Pocitos Beach
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.
Centenario Stadium
Visit the location of the first soccer World Cup, spot historic soccer memorabilia and artefacts or attend concerts by well-known international artists.
Carrasco Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carrasco Beach during your travels in Montevideo? Visit the casinos and shops in this walkable area.
Rambla of Montevideo
You can take time to visit Rambla of Montevideo during your travels to Punta Carretas. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Parque Rodó
After visiting Parque Rodó, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Montevideo. Wander the seaside and beaches while you're in the area.
Salvo Palace
Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.
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 Cordón Hotel Deals
Montevideo Hostel
Annette was great, super nice the whole time. I would recommend learning spanish as most of the city people just speak spanish. The hosts were very gracious and we even ate dinner together a few times.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
AHIVÁ Espacio Temporal
The place is close to amenities and stores and shops and restaurants and transportation and sights but the staff particularly one lady named carol she is very rude and not helpful at all plus I was transferred from one room to another and with out notice they will move you and before you know it ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2024
Hotel Antares
Smelled of cigarette smoke, no towels. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025
Aras Century Tower
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Excelente
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco
Room was comfortable and clean. Perfect after 24 hours of travel.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cordón
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.
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.
Tres Cruces
Visitors to Tres Cruces enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Tres Cruces Shopping Center is worth a stop.
Pocitos
Unique features of Pocitos include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pocitos Beach or Rambla of Montevideo while you're exploring the area.
Punta Carretas
Punta Carretas is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Punta Carretas Shopping Mall and Ramirez Beach while in the area.
Parque Batlle
If you're spending some time in Parque Batlle, Centenario Stadium and Monumento La Carreta are top sights worth seeing.
