Punta Gorda Travel Guide
Montevideo
Visit Punta Gorda
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Pocitos Beach
Relax on soft golden sand, swim in clean water and visit a museum of naval history at this beach located in one of Montevideo’s most upmarket neighborhoods.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
Montevideo Exclusive City Tour Small Group of Cruise Travelers
Montevideo City Tour for Cruise Traveler by Bus!
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Montevideo Audio Guide on your Cell Phone
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - Private
Top hotels in Punta Gorda
Costanero Hotel Montevideo - MGallery Collection
Loved the room so much! Also the hotel just smells and feels so luxurious. Drinks were great, dinner was delicious, stay was perfect!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Large rooms and good breakfast. 10 am check out is a bummer.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ibis styles Montevideo Biarritz Hotel
Ar condicionado barulhento, mesmo desligado. Consegui trocar de quarto!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Smart Hotel Montevideo
The hotel staff were friendly and helpful and we appreciated the fridge and microwave. The sheets did not tuck in to the bed so did not stay out through the night and we were surprised to see that there was no seating on the rooftop terrace - that seemed like an easy thing to do to make the terrace ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Balfers Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco
Nice restaurant, good breakfast, wine, view, lake, close to the airport. Laundromat available!!!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Punta Gorda
Malvín
While visiting Malvín, you might make a stop by sights like Rambla of Montevideo and Buceo Beach.
Carrasco
Beaches, casinos and shopping are some highlights of Carrasco. Make a stop by Sofitel Montevideo Casino or Carrasco Beach while you're exploring.
Buceo
Unique features of Buceo include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Montevideo Shopping Mall or World Trade Center while you're exploring the area.
Unión
Unión might not have many top sights, but Grand Central Park Stadium and Antel Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Parque Batlle
If you're spending some time in Parque Batlle, Centenario Stadium and Monumento La Carreta are top sights worth seeing.
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.
