Montevideo Centro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A tall, ornate building with intricate architectural details, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A statue of a man on horseback, palm trees, and a tall building with a clock tower.
A city square with palm trees, a central monument, and surrounding buildings.
A cityscape with a prominent historic building and a clear view of the ocean.
A statue on a pedestal in a plaza with palm trees and tall buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Montevideo Centro attractions

A cityscape with a prominent historic building, palm trees, and modern high-rises.
Photo by Brigid Wilson
Open Photo by Brigid Wilson

Independence Plaza

8.6/10 (129 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Activities

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

AU$35
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

AU$83
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour

Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour
Palacio Salvo building in Montevideo

Montevideo Complete Tour

AU$29
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Montevideo Complete Tour
Montevideo Exclusive City Tour Small Group of Cruise Travelers

Montevideo Exclusive City Tour Small Group of Cruise Travelers

AU$100
per adult
Montevideo Exclusive City Tour Small Group of Cruise Travelers
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers

Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers
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Our pick of the best Montevideo Centro Hotel Deals

Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes

Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes

4 out of 5
Soriano 868 Montevideo
The price is AU$164 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$164
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (944 reviews)
"Overall, I was disappointed with our stay. We moved to a different hotel after our original reservation was done. The hotel is close to La Ciudad de Viejo, which is nice. The breakfast was good, located on the roof, with a good view and a terrace. There was a working sauna. The things I didn't like ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes
Balfers Hotel

Balfers Hotel

3 out of 5
1328 Zelmar Michelini Montevideo Departamento de Montevideo
The price is AU$84 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$84
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fountain of Locks and Cagancha Square are located ...
Balfers Hotel
Hotel California

Hotel California

3 out of 5
San Jose 1237 Montevideo
The price is AU$92 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$92
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Fountain of Locks and Palacio Piria ...
Hotel California
Smart Hotel Montevideo

Smart Hotel Montevideo

3.5 out of 5
José Germán Araújo 1240 Montevideo Montevideo
The price is AU$139 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$139
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Smart Hotel Montevideo
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia Montevideo
The price is AU$278 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$278
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Popular attractions Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino and Auditorio Nacional ...
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Hotel Europa

Hotel Europa

3 out of 5
Colonia 1341 Montevideo
The price is AU$89 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$89
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Montevideo Museum of Art History and Museum of the History ...
Hotel Europa
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Our guide on where to stay in Montevideo Centro

Find the best Montevideo Centro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a park 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.

A city skyline at dusk with a calm waterfront.

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.

A large building with a red roof and a tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a roundabout.

Carrasco

Beaches, casinos and shopping are some highlights of Carrasco. Make a stop by Sofitel Montevideo Casino or Carrasco Beach while you're exploring.

A historic building with two towers and a large dome, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

Ciudad Vieja

Ciudad Vieja is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Montevideo Cabildo and Solis Theater.

A city street with palm trees, parked cars, and buildings.
Photo by Vladimirs Pirtins
Open Photo by Vladimirs Pirtins

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.

Montevideo Centro Travel Guide

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