Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ciudad Vieja
Popular places to visit
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.
Montevideo Cathedral
Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.
Solis Theater
Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.
Peatonal Sarandí
You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a stop at Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino during your time in Montevideo? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
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 Ciudad Vieja Hotel Deals
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Room was clean, staff excellent.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
NH Montevideo Columbia
Friendly staff, clean room, great location.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Puerto Mercado Hotel
A lovely, old hotel in the Old City, convenient to everything, with very lovely staff. Stay here!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Rooms were beautiful and comfortable. Breakfast was varied and delicious. Staff was attentive and helpful. Make sure to check the library on the first floor.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Axsur Design Hotel
Staff was very nice and room was large and clean, couple of blocks and you are in the ciudad vieja
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo
Great staff and a very clean and comfortable hotel in a great location. It’s in need of an update, but overall it was a perfect spot for us to start our trip
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja
Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.
Barrio Sur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.
Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.
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 Casino Parque Hotel.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and Palacio Municipal.
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.
