Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide
Montevideo
Visit Ciudad Vieja
Popular places to visit
Salvo Palace
Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.
Solis Theater
Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.
Independence Plaza
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Montevideo Cathedral
Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.
Peatonal Sarandí
You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a stop at Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Puerto de Montevideo
Explore the waterfront in Montevideo with a trip to Puerto de Montevideo. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - Private
From Montevideo Punta del Este Full Day
Top hotels in Ciudad Vieja
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
No early check in
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Puerto Mercado Hotel
Great vslue
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo
Nice staff. We should have paid more for a larger room with a window not looking into an air shaft. Pool was being repaired the afternoon we’d planned to use it. Easy walk to the Boquebus.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Excellent stay. Thank you,
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Axsur Design Hotel
Ok
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Viajero Montevideo Hostel
Staff was fantastic and very helpful and polite. My room, though, was clean except for floor. I don’t think it was vacuumed in quite some time!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja
Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Auditorio Nacional del Sodre and Salvo Palace.
Barrio Sur
If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Rambla of Montevideo and Centro Cultural La Calenda are top sights worth seeing.
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 Intendencia Lookout.
Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like National Library of Uruguay and Espacio Arte Manfredi.
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.
