Location: Montevideo
Top Things to do in Montevideo
Top 7 Hidden Gems Things to do in Montevideo, Montevideo Department
Montevideo, a port city and the capital of Uruguay, is a perfect destination for travelers looking for a relaxing stroll past colonial era buildings and along beautiful beaches. The Ciudadela Gateway, the only remaining section of the wall that once surrounded the entire city, now serves as the entrance to Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo's oldest neighborhood. Home to churches, museums, and theaters, at night the area comes alive with nightclubs playing Tango and Candombe music for crowds of dancers.
Restaurants in Montevideo
1. Montevideo Wine Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 232 reviews
We are wine lovers and we want to share our passion with you, enjoy and explore the best selection of wines of the hand of Montevideo Wine's team.
Reviewed By ChewelahBer
If you are into wines and have some time come to Montevideo Wine Experience (MWE). I spent 6 nights in Montevideo before and after visiting several bodegas and each evening I came to MWE. So I can say I had lots of 'experience' at this fabulous wine bar. I hope you are lucky enough to meet Nico and Liber on your visit. If not Diego and Alesandro (Ales) will be very happy to serve you. They all speak English. It seems Thursday evening are live music night which can be very busy as the music at MWE is always excellent. I did two different tasting which were both paired with great cheese, meat and bread. If you enjoy good red wines but not sure what to order live it up and order Los Nadies 2011 Equilibrio made by Manuel Filgueira. MWE is just a great spot to hang out, enjoy the wines, meet very interesting people and then if you are still hungry go across the street to Es Mercat for a fabulous seafood dinner. Thank you guys at MWE for making my time in the capital city a special and unique experience.
2. Bodega Spinoglio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 134 reviews
BODEGA SPINOGLIO | A WINELAND TO DISCOVER GUIDE VISITS-WINE TASTINGS-RESTAURANT The experience of visiting this this family winery will be unique for your senses. Exceptionel surrounding where you´ll be able to connect with nature, enjoying the vineyards and more than 6000 m² of park. You will be able to visit te XIX century built cellar, with its awesome arquitecture and the seal of French craftmen, which is now enhanced with technology to help produce high quality wines. Lying underground, the impressive CAVA with its solid stone walls and natural control of temperature and humidity, has the ideal conditions to grow our wines. Our RESTAURANT MonfrA (which in Piedmontese means Monferrato) offer a unique gourmet experience in an exceptional place, where family celebrations and lunches were held. In this way we honor our history by recalling the culinary traditions of the family, with the wood fire, the fresh ingredients of the garden and the love in the preparation of each dish.
Reviewed By GPR21 - Canada, null
Lovely family winery with totally engaged staff. We participated in a cooking lesson followed by a wonderful lunch featuring their beautiful Sauvignon and Tannat wines and traditional Uruguayan lunch.The owner Alexandra was our lovely host all day and communicated with our group in English, Spanish , Italian and even in French with my spouse. Highly recommended for a true Bodega experience.
3. Palacio Taranco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 626 reviews
This impressive 20th-century building was designed by French architects and now houses a decorative arts museum with Uruguayan furniture, clocks, paintings and more.
Reviewed By sharonhW264WM - Las Vegas, United States
This beautiful early 20th century palace, reminiscent of Versailles, now houses a decorative arts museum with Uruguayan furniture, clocks, paintings, and the most amazing colorfully-painted pianos imaginable. It looked like a baroque palace with lovely intricate plasterwork, beautiful wood floors, and hand-loomed rugs. It is truly a hidden gem—and entrance is free! All of the rooms—upstairs and down—were beautifully decorated and looked like a place that someone of great wealth had really lived. It even displayed family photographs and other personal items of the original owners. This was my favorite site in all of Montevideo. Don’t miss it!
4. La Pasionaria Universo Creativo
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
Young uruguayan design and original art&crafts. The best concept store in Montevideo to buy uruguayan handmade and design gifts made with genuine materials like merino wool, leather, wood, etc. Products with the best quality and perfect inspiration. Also you can have lunch and drink coffee with a delicious cake while you appreciate a 1856's patrimony house. Visa, Master, American Express; TAX FREE for turists.
5. Andes Museum
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4.5 based on 1,627 reviews
Reviewed By gurob2019 - Manchester, United Kingdom
The museum is a great honour to the 29 who perished and a lesson to us all that life is not a gift but should be deserved. With its combination of storytelling, science and insight into the human spirit it has something for everybody. This is one of the best curated museums I have ever visited. Thank you Jörg!
6. Escaramuza Libros
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4.5 based on 563 reviews
Reviewed By syndicato - Montevideo, Uruguay
Escaramuza is a kind of a melting pot of literature, gastronomy and architecture. Saturday at noon is the ideal place in Montevideo to find local artists with their families. The bookstore has a very good selection of art, photography, architecture, children’s books as well as universal literature. The kitchen is at affordable prices and excellent quality. I recommend the beet pie with goat cheese. The service of the staff is very warm. Without a doubt, if culture is not alien to you, Escaramuza is a must see in Montevideo.
7. Museo del Tango - La Cumparsita
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By Moodandmystery - New York City, United States
Our guide Paula was professional, knowledgeable and enthusiastic! The museum is located on the site where tango was first danced in Montevideo. You feel the ambience in this well-designed space. The tour is just 20-30 minutes, but so full of info! I can’t recommend this enough!
