Cordón Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Salvo Palace
Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.
Port Market
Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.
Montevideo Cathedral
Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.
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.
Activities
The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Private Tour in Piriapolis with a Local - Urban Heart Tours
Private Tour of Punta del Este from Montevideo
Private Tour Colonia del Sacramento from Montevideo
Our pick of the best Cordón Hotel Deals
Montevideo Hostel
Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024
Hotel Antares
Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024
Aras Century Tower
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025
Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes
Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025
Palladium Business Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Jul. 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 Rambla of Montevideo or Ramirez Beach.
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.
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 Castillo Pittamiglio while in the area.
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.