Punta Gorda Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Punta Gorda
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.
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.
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 Highlights: Shared City Tour for Cruise Passengers
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers
Our pick of the best Punta Gorda Hotel Deals
Large 2 floors at Beach in best location Carrasco 4-bedroom house with AC, WiFi
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Large rooms, great location
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Montevideo - Leading Hotels of the World
I’ve been in hotels all around the world and the standard of a hotel is always about its staff….. The staff were so respectful so polite with every interaction…… for the first time I’m going to comment on something else……The Bed….this by far the best bed I have ever slept on… it was like sleeping ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Costanero Hotel Montevideo - MGallery Collection
Beach view was nice. No coffee included, hook fell off the wall, staff was helpful but could have done more to assist, toilet/bidet was ridiculous- tuned on every time we walked into the WC and “self cleaned” at 3:00!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco
Todo el hotel y la gente genial El único punto en contra sería el colchon y almohadas los tendrian que cambiar urgente Muy malo.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Balfers Hotel
Staff great
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Punta Gorda
Malvín
While visiting Malvín, you might make a stop by sights like Rambla of Montevideo and Buceo Beach.
Carrasco
Beaches, casinos and shopping are some highlights of Carrasco. Make a stop by Sofitel Montevideo Casino or Carrasco Beach while you're exploring.
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.
Unión
Unión might not have many top sights, but Grand Central Park Stadium and Antel Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Parque Batlle
If you're spending some time in Parque Batlle, Centenario Stadium and Monumento La Carreta are top sights worth seeing.
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.
