Most booked tours and tickets in Montevideo
Montevideo Highlights: Shared City Tour for Cruise Passengers
4.6166 reviews3h
from €35
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Private Transportation from Carrasco Airport to Port in Montevideo
5.0106 reviews30m
from €46
Check availabilityTop sights in Montevideo
- 1Ciudad Vieja
- 2Mercado del Puerto
- 3Palacio Salvo
- 4Rambla Promenade
- 5Teatro Solís
- 6Pocitos Beach
- The Rambla Waterfront: More than a promenade, it's the city's communal living room. Join the locals for a bike ride from Pocitos to Carrasco, watch the dramatic sunsets at Playa de los Pocitos, or simply find a bench to sip mate and watch the river's ever-changing colors.
- The Birthplace of Tango & Candombe: Immerse yourself in living musical history. Catch an authentic milonga (tango dance hall) in the Ciudad Vieja, or be mesmerized by the thunderous drum parades of Candombe, especially in the Palermo and Barrio Sur neighborhoods.
- A Carnivore's Paradise: Experience the quintessential Uruguayan asado. Don't just eat steak; witness the ritual at Mercado del Puerto, where parrillas grill over wood embers, and indulge in specialties like morcilla dulce (sweet blood sausage) and provoleta (grilled provolone).
Tickets and passes in Montevideo
Food and drink experiences in Montevideo
Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.
4.475 reviews6h
from €149
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Montevideo
Private Tour in Piriapolis with a Local - Customize with Add-Ons
5.010 reviews7h
from €258
Check availabilityHidden gems in Montevideo
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Fortaleza del Cerro
A historic 19th-century fortress atop the city's highest hill, offering panoramic 360-degree views of Montevideo and the river.
Mercado de la Abundancia
A beautiful, less-visited 19th-century market hall in Cordón, now housing traditional restaurants and a tango museum.
Jardín Botánico
A sprawling, slightly wild botanical garden in the Prado neighborhood, home to thousands of plant species and serene greenhouses.
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.
Espacio de Arte Contemporáneo (EAC)
A groundbreaking contemporary art museum housed in a former prison in the Aguada neighborhood.
Day trips from Montevideo
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.
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.
Wineries of Canelones
45 min - 1.5 hours by car or tour
The heart of Uruguay's wine country, just outside the capital. Sample the robust national grape, Tannat, at family-run bodegas in rolling hills.
Plan your Montevideo trip
Things to do in Montevideo: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Montevideo?+
Top sights include Ciudad Vieja, Mercado del Puerto, Palacio Salvo and Rambla Promenade. Away from the crowds, try Fortaleza del Cerro and Mercado de la Abundancia.
What are the most popular tours in Montevideo?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Full Day Punta del Este (4.9 stars, 897 reviews); Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo (4.8 stars, 481 reviews); Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour (4.8 stars, 450 reviews).
How much do tours in Montevideo cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €7 and €679 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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