Cordón Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Montevideo Cathedral
Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.
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
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 Cordón Hotel Deals
Montevideo Hostel
Annette was great, super nice the whole time. I would recommend learning spanish as most of the city people just speak spanish. The hosts were very gracious and we even ate dinner together a few times.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Antares
Smelled of cigarette smoke, no towels. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025
Apartment in Cordón SOHO neighborhood in the city center.
Clean, nice and very convenient location. Communication with owner could not be better. Great value too.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2021
Balfers Hotel
The parking provided was excellent and worry free!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco
Staff close.to airport
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
A bit old
Reviewed on 7 Jan 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 Intendencia Lookout and Ramirez Beach.
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.
