City: Uruguay
Top Things to do in Uruguay
Top Hotels in Uruguay
- 1. Arapey Thermal Resort and Spa
- 2. Cottage Puerto Buceo
- 3. Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa
- 4. Radisson Hotel Colonia del Sacramento
- 5. Regency WAY Montevideo Hotel
- 6. Posada Boutique Las Terrazas
- 7. Costa Colonia Riverside Boutique Hotel
- 8. Frontier Hotel
- 9. Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
- 10. Dazzler By Wyndham Montevideo
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Uruguay That You Shouldn't Miss
Coordinates: 33°S 56°W / 33°S 56°W / -33; -56
Restaurants in Uruguay
1. Plaza Independencia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,168 reviews
This prominent plaza divides the old from the new Uruguay, and is surrounded by an interesting array of architectural styles. It also contains a statue of General Artigas, considered the father of Uruguay.
Reviewed By WorldTravelers34 - Chicago, United States
The Plaza Independencia is the most important square in Montevideo, connecting the Ciudad Vieja and the city’s downtown. Several of the city’s most famous landmarks are located here, including the Palacio Salvo and the Teatro Solís. This is a must place to visit for anyone touring Montevideo. Other notable structures surrounding the plaza include the stone gateway Puerta de la Ciudadela, a lonely remnant of the colonial citadel demolished in 1833; the 19th-century Palacio Estévez; and the 26-story Palacio Salvo, the continent’s tallest building when it opened in 1927, and still a classic Montevideo landmark.
2. Barrio Historico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,578 reviews
This historic section of town takes you back to the 17th and 18th centuries, with an array of interesting museums, an historic lighthouse and Uruguay’s oldest church.
Reviewed By jonahNJ - Pennington, United States
While in Buenos Aires, Argentina, my wife and I took the ferry over to Uruguay and spent a beautiful February 2020 day exploring this gorgeous historical neighborhood. From the lovely cobblestones, to the various historic sites such as the lighthouse and convent ruins, to the cannons, there is much to see during a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento. There is also a lot of fascinating history to learn while exploring Barrio Historico.
3. Pocitos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,535 reviews
This fashionable seaside neighborhood has all the amenities: shopping malls, movies, restaurants and bars.
Reviewed By OwenB130
We had two days in Montevideo. On day one, we explored the old town and markets and on day two, we cycled here for lunch and to visit the Montevideo sign at the eastern end of the beach.
4. Cerro San Antonio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,282 reviews
Ascend this hill on foot or cable car for a great view and an up-close look at the terracotta statue of San Antonio at the top.
Reviewed By FiloFilmz
the perfect place to see all of Piriapolis, as well as the port below, from the top of an easy to access hill. check it out !
5. Museo Del Mar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,057 reviews
4 Museos in 1 ! MUSEUM OF THE SEA, HISTORY OF BEACH RESORTS, MUSEUM COLLECTIBLES, INSECTARIUM Over 5000 specimens you never imagined you would see. History of Punta del Este, hundreds of photos. Pirates and buccaneers room. Collectibles: vintage articles. All this in a permanent exhibition in the year.
Reviewed By MarinaLussich - London, United Kingdom
This is a gem which we only discovered this year. My boys were flabbergasted at the array of whale and other sea creatures’ skeletons on display. There are many other elements such as vintage tin cans and the history of traditional Uruguayan sea resorts including Punta of course and Piriapolis. The insectarium across the road is also very compete and worth the visit. Only barrier is they don’t accept credit cards (unthinkable in this day and age) but accept US dollars and euros.
6. Rambla de Montevideo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15,307 reviews
Reviewed By leonelr2
Over the Paraná Guazu or "river as wide as the sea" in guaraní language, as the Rio de la Plata is locally known, the shore is a symbol of the quiet lifestile of the local "Montevideanos". It extends for 18 km from the "Ciudad Vieja" (old town of the colonial times) with a series of beaches till the fancy neighbourhood of "Carrasco". Getting a bike for a ride (on the sidewalk) is a must. Great for running or just for a relaxing walk as well. Good for all ages. Where to start? Ok, Pocitos beach is a good option, either going West (direction downtown) or East (direction Carrasco). Other recommended beach to try, Playa Verde, or Punta Gorda Point from you can have a nice view of the sunset and the city.
7. Fortaleza de Santa Teresa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 541 reviews
Military Building Made In 1762 By The Portuguese.
Reviewed By goncalvesjosepcf - Lisbon, Portugal
It’s worth this travel to see this magnificent Fortaleza built by the Portugueses in 1762 and rebuilt by tha Uruguay government. Beautiful and very historic
8. Playa Mansa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,156 reviews
Reviewed By FiloFilmz
This very nice beach is a favorite for beach-goers as well as for beach fishing. Since it's the Mansa (river) side of the PdE peninsula, it tends to have smaller waves.
9. Puerto de Punta del Este
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,088 reviews
Reviewed By victoriapU836HE
Beautiful day and view of the port. From fishing boats to fine yachts, it is a nice stroll. Clean and safe for visitors. Enjoy the fresh fish market and watch the vendor clean and sell fish.
10. Isla de Lobos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
Reviewed By Michaelpery - Berlin, Germany
If you want to go to Isla de Lobos, there are some tours from Punta del Este. One tour leaves around 11.30 and come back at 14.00. Other tour leaves at 12.00 and come back around 14.00. If the weather is nice, you can swim with sealions around the island. Dont worry, the ones who lies on the island is territorial and if you get so close they bite. However, the ones whom swims are not dangerous. You can see these amazing creatures in the middle of sea. Highly recommended and tour prices are little bit expensive about 50usd.
