Montevideo, Uruguay
Laid-back capital offering accommodation from $U900 bohemian hostels to $U8,000+ luxury hotels, with European architecture, endless rambla, authentic neighborhoods, and year-round cultural life
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Budget Level
$$$
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Best Months
March, April, May
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Walkability
4.3/5
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Safety Score
4.2/5
Top Attractions in Montevideo
Ciudad Vieja
Historic old town with colonial architecture
Rambla
22-kilometer waterfront promenade
Mercado del Puerto
Historic market with parrilla restaurants
Montevideo Neighborhoods
Ciudad Vieja
Historic center with museums and nightlife
Pocitos
Beach neighborhood with high-rises
Carrasco
Upscale area with mansions and beach
Centro
Downtown business and shopping district
Essential Montevideo Travel Information
Getting Around
✓ Bus
✓ Uber
✓ Taxi
✓ Bike
✓ Walking
Perfect For
✓ Culture Lover
✓ Beach Walker
✓ Architecture Buff
✓ Digital Nomad
✓ Slow Traveler
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU/$U)
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