Cordón Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Puerto de Montevideo
Explore the waterfront in Montevideo with a trip to Puerto de Montevideo. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Independence Plaza
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Activities
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
Montevideo Highlights: Shared City Tour for Cruise Passengers
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers
Our pick of the best Cordón Hotel Deals
Montevideo Hostel
Hotel Antares
Mía Bonita - urban oasis with private terrace
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Breakfast was ok. Same every day. Room was clean . The hotel needs some upgrade in common areas.Staff was perceptive when you asked gor help.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Costanero Hotel Montevideo - MGallery Collection
Loved the room so much! Also the hotel just smells and feels so luxurious. Drinks were great, dinner was delicious, stay was perfect!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Montevideo - Leading Hotels of the World
The hotel is fantastic, well located, excellent service and ambient as well as the gastronomy. I will come back again when in Montevideo.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cordón
Parque Rodó
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Rambla of Montevideo or Ramirez Beach.
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 Palacio Municipal and Intendencia Lookout.
Tres Cruces
Visitors to Tres Cruces enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Tres Cruces Shopping Center is worth a stop.
Pocitos
Unique features of Pocitos include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pocitos Beach or Rambla of Montevideo while you're exploring the area.
Punta Carretas
Punta Carretas is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Punta Carretas Shopping Mall and Rambla of Montevideo while in the area.
Parque Batlle
If you're spending some time in Parque Batlle, Centenario Stadium and Monumento La Carreta are top sights worth seeing.
