Pocitos 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.
Salvo Palace
Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.
Port Market
Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.
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.
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 Pocitos Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Montevideo
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Costanero Hotel Montevideo - MGallery Collection
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Regency Way Montevideo Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
SORO Montevideo, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Hotel Montevideo - Leading Hotels of the World
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Punta Trouville Hotel
Reviewed on 12 May 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pocitos
Parque Batlle
If you're spending some time in Parque Batlle, Centenario Stadium and Monumento La Carreta are top sights worth seeing.
Punta Carretas
Punta Carretas is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Punta Carretas Shopping Mall and Castillo Pittamiglio while in the area.
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 Casino Parque Hotel.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and Palacio Municipal.
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.
Buceo
Unique features of Buceo include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Montevideo Shopping Mall or World Trade Center while you're exploring the area.
