Montevideo en 7 días
Ciudad Vieja y Mercado del Puerto el día 1, Palacio Salvo y Teatro Solís el día 2 y Rambla Promenade y Pocitos Beach el día 3. Los otros 4 días añaden Pocitos, una excursión a Colonia del Sacramento, una excursión a Punta del Este y Cordón. Alójate en Ciudad Vieja (Old City), la zona más cercana a las paradas del plan.
Cuesta unos 826 € por persona en gama media, o 357 € con presupuesto ajustado. Mejor época: marzo, abril u octubre.
Día 1: Ciudad Vieja y Mercado del Puerto
The historic heart, where colonial ruins meet vibrant street art and bohemian energy.
Mañana
Ciudad Vieja
By day it's a hub for museums and markets; by night, tango bars and intimate restaurants come alive.
Para comer
Traditional Parrilla
Order the 'parrillada para dos' to sample a variety of grilled meats and offal.
Dónde ir: La Pulpería (Cordón) for classic asado, El Palenque (Mercado del Puerto) for atmosphere, Parrillada La Otra (Punta Carretas) for locals
Tarde
Mercado del Puerto
En Ciudad Vieja.
Noche
Fortaleza del Cerro
A historic 19th-century fortress atop the city's highest hill, offering panoramic 360-degree views of Montevideo and the river.
Día 2: Palacio Salvo y Teatro Solís
Mañana
Palacio Salvo
En Ciudad Vieja.
Para comer
Chivito & Casual Eats
A 'chivito canadiense' includes ham and a fried egg; it's a massive, shareable meal.
Dónde ir: Bar Tasende (Centro) for the original chivito, La Pasiva for fast, reliable Uruguayan classics, El Club de la Milanesa for endless milanesa variations
Tarde
Teatro Solís
En Ciudad Vieja.
Noche
Mercado de la Abundancia
A beautiful, less-visited 19th-century market hall in Cordón, now housing traditional restaurants and a tango museum.
Día 3: Rambla Promenade y Pocitos Beach
Mañana
Rambla Promenade
Para comer
Fine Dining & Modern
Reservations are essential, especially on weekends. Dress is smart-casual.
Dónde ir: Francis (Malvín) for innovative tasting menus, Es Mercat (Ciudad Vieja) for seafood, Charco (Pocitos) for gourmet Uruguayan fusion
Tarde
Pocitos Beach
En Pocitos.
Noche
Jardín Botánico
A sprawling, slightly wild botanical garden in the Prado neighborhood, home to thousands of plant species and serene greenhouses.
Día 4: Pocitos y Playa Ramírez & Parque Rodo at Night
Mañana
Pocitos
A modern, upscale beachfront neighborhood with a sleek skyline. It's lively and residential, perfect for those who want easy beach access, chic cafes, and a more contemporary vibe.
También aquí: The Rambla stretch, Avenida España shopping, Parque Rodo, Modern apartment stays
Para comer
Cafés & Pastries
Order a 'cortado' (espresso with a dash of milk) and a 'postre chajá' (peach and meringue cake).
Dónde ir: Café Brasilero (Ciudad Vieja) for historic charm, La Fonda (Pocitos) for medialunas, Confitería El Águila for traditional pastries
Tarde
Playa Ramírez & Parque Rodo at Night
The section of the Rambla near Parque Rodo, which transforms with food trucks, street performers, and locals socializing after dark.
En Pocitos.
Día 5: excursión a Colonia del Sacramento
2.5 hours by Buquebus ferry.
A stunningly preserved Portuguese colonial town, a UNESCO site with cobbled streets, historic ruins, and a tranquil riverside setting. A perfect contrast to Montevideo.
Lo principal: Barrio Histórico, Calle de los Suspiros, Lighthouse and city walls, Riverside restaurants for sunset
Día 6: excursión a Punta del Este
2 hours by bus (COT or Copsa).
South America's most glamorous beach resort, known for its casinos, upscale nightlife, and iconic sculpture 'La Mano' (The Hand) emerging from the sand.
Lo principal: Playa Brava & La Mano, Casino and yacht harbor, Casa Pueblo, Isla de Lobos sea lion colony
Día 7: Cordón y Espacio de Arte Contemporáneo
Mañana
Cordón
A gritty, intellectual, and artistic university district buzzing with youthful energy. Packed with budget-friendly eateries, vintage bookstores, dive bars, and political graffiti.
También aquí: University of the Republic, Feria de Tristán Narvaja, Bars on Calle Joaquín de Salterain, Affordable parrillas
Tarde
Espacio de Arte Contemporáneo (EAC)
A groundbreaking contemporary art museum housed in a former prison in the Aguada neighborhood.
Antes de ir
Desde el aeropuerto
From Carrasco International (MVD), the most convenient option is a pre-booked taxi or remise (car service) for a fixed fare of approx $40-50 USD to the city center (30-45 min). The 'Copsa' bus line 700 is much cheaper (~$2 USD) but takes longer (60-90 min) and requires a 'STM' card.
Cómo moverse
The Ciudad Vieja, Centro, and Pocitos are very walkable. Distances between neighborhoods are large, so you'll need to combine walking with buses or taxis.
Consejos de la zona
- For the best asado, skip the tourist-packed Mercado del Puerto at peak hours and head to a local 'parrillada' in neighborhoods like Cordón or Punta Carretas, like 'La Pulpería'.
- Uruguayans dine late. Restaurants are often empty before 9 PM. Embrace the local schedule for a more authentic atmosphere.
- Carry a reusable thermos. You can get hot water for your mate for free at most gas stations (estaciones de servicio) and many bakeries.
