Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide

Montevideo

Montevideo
Montevideo showing a high-rise building and heritage architecture
Montevideo showing a day spa, a sunset and a beach
Montevideo which includes street scenes, a high-rise building and modern architecture
Montevideo featuring modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Salvo Palace featuring a city, street scenes and a sunset

Salvo Palace

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.

Salvo Palace
Port Market

Port Market

Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.

Port Market
Montevideo Cathedral which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and a city

Montevideo Cathedral

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Montevideo Cathedral
Solis Theater

Solis Theater

Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.

Solis Theater
Peatonal Sarandí

Peatonal Sarandí

You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a stop at Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Peatonal Sarandí

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino during your time in Montevideo? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Things to do

Bullring

Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour

Rp1.166.550
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Rp416.625
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

Rp983.235
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - Private

Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - Private

Rp1.083.225
per adult
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - Private
Lighthouse seen on the Punta del Este City Tour in Montevideo, Uruguay

From Montevideo Punta del Este Full Day

Rp665.400
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Punta del Este Full Day
Montevideo Must-See Sites Walking Tour With A Guide

Montevideo Must-See Sites Walking Tour with a Guide

Rp547.548
per adult
Montevideo Must-See Sites Walking Tour with a Guide
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Top hotels in Ciudad Vieja

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia, Montevideo
The price is Rp2.465.531 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
Rp2.465.531
Rp2.498.681 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Popular attractions Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (813 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff excellent."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia

NH Montevideo Columbia

4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473, Montevideo
The price is Rp1.178.885 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
Rp1.178.885
Rp1.212.065 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Museo Gurvich and Peatonal ...
7.6/10 Good! (560 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, great location."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

NH Montevideo Columbia
Puerto Mercado Hotel

Puerto Mercado Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Cerrito 262, Montevideo
The price is Rp1.008.721 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp1.008.721
Rp1.041.871 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (726 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Solis 1433, Montevideo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.604.619 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
Rp2.604.619
Rp2.637.799 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)
"Rooms were beautiful and comfortable. Breakfast was varied and delicious. Staff was attentive and helpful. Make sure to check the library on the first floor."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel

Axsur Design Hotel

4 out of 5
Misiones 1260, Montevideo
The price is Rp1.382.107 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp1.382.107
Rp1.415.423 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and room service. Popular attractions Casa Rivera and Museo Gurvich are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (574 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and room was large and clean, couple of blocks and you are in the ciudad vieja"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Axsur Design Hotel
Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo

Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo

4 out of 5
Piedras 234, Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo
The price is Rp1.160.250 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp1.160.250
Rp1.193.566 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and room service. Popular attractions Port Market and Carnival Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
Solid stay for the price
"Great staff and a very clean and comfortable hotel in a great location. It’s in need of an update, but overall it was a perfect spot for us to start our trip"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo Centro

4/5(8 area reviews)

Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.

Montevideo Centro
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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.

Barrio Sur
Mercado Agricola de Montevideo featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Aguada

If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.

Aguada
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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 Palacio Municipal and Casino Parque Hotel.

Palermo
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Cordón

While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and Palacio Municipal.

Cordón
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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 Casino Parque Hotel.

Parque Rodó

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