Barrio Sur Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio Sur
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Salvo Palace
Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.
Parque Rodó
After visiting Parque Rodó, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Montevideo. Wander the seaside and beaches while you're in the area.
Activities
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers
Montevideo Highlights: Shared City Tour for Cruise Passengers
Our pick of the best Barrio Sur Hotel Deals
SUR Hotel
Clean room. Polite staff. Hot water and fresh towels.
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Casa Copada
Just ,so so. Staff are friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2024
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Excelente
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Montevideo - Leading Hotels of the World
Everything was perfect. This is a true 5 star hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco
Convenient location; easy check-in check out; friendly staff; decent restaurant.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Balfers Hotel
VERY EXCELLENT
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Sur
Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.
Palermo
While Palermo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ramirez Beach and Intendencia Lookout.
Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Andes 1972 Museum and Solis Theater.
Parque Rodó
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Ramirez Beach or Rambla of Montevideo.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and National Library of Uruguay.
Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.
