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The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks 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. Catedral de Montevideo
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4.5 based on 3,066 reviews
Notable for its domed bell towers, this 1804 cathedral is the burial place for some of the country’s most important figures.
Reviewed By Bruce7460
The Cathedral is well worth a visit to see the simplicity that makes it quite spectacular. So much to see and take in.
2. Plaza Independencia
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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.
3. Pocitos
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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. Palacio Legislativo
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4.5 based on 3,508 reviews
One of Montevideo's most impressive landmarks is this neo-classical, three-story building, constructed in the early 1900s, and housing significant works of art inside.
Reviewed By WorldTravelers34 - Chicago, United States
Built in imposing neoclassical style, Palacio Legislativo serves as the seat of the national parliament. Completed in 1925, the palace features 50 different types of marble and ranks among the city's most famous landmarks. Admire the stately exterior, complete with columns and intricate carvings along its façade. A symbol of national pride and an authentic representation of democratic values in Uruguay, this building was declared a National Historic Monument in 1975. Definitely worth seeing.
5. Rambla de Montevideo
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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.
6. Iglesia de las Carmelitas
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4.5 based on 549 reviews
Reviewed By noelw464
This magnificent church is located in the upmarket Prado District. The Gothic Architecture is simply stunning and you cannot fail to marvel at it. A “ must stop” on any tour of the city.....
7. Mercado Agricola Montevideo - MAM
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4.5 based on 6,674 reviews
Reviewed By betsaida20
nice place to eat and see the locals. Alot of places to buy fruit and vegatables. And relatively cheap
8. Mirador Panoramico de Montevideo
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4.5 based on 827 reviews
Reviewed By brunito_uru - Montevideo, Uruguay
They should have better signals to get there, but if you can make it to take the elevator -the glass walls one, at the back of the building, but ask for directions at the main entrance, "informes" (information) desk. The terrace is big enough and proves you with an (almost) 360 vie rom the old town and port to the East of the city with most of the landmarks reachable from this panorama view.
9. La Macarena Al Final del Humedal
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
“La Macarena” is a thematic place which has a fusion of Biodiversity and Production. You will have an amazing outing where you can discover all Natural Uruguayan secrets in the same place. Being immersed throw wetlands of Santa Lucia makes our place unique. There are the only slobber wetlands in South America, there are also the extensive and important from Uruguay because they count with lot of biodiversity. Half of bird species in Uruguay are here. BOAT RIDES You may go on board of "La Garza Mora" and see the wetlands throw the river, into the tiny watercourse, the seaside & bends when you will enjoy in a unique and enjoyable place. JEEP RIDES Let's go on an adventure 4x4 throw our native woods, mother of lots of native flora variety. PRODUCTIVE ÁREA A path for our productive zone where there are more than 50.000 fruit trees planted in 45 hectares, in which you will know our new techniques to produce and also protect our environment.
10. Estadio Campeon del Siglo
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