Barrio Sur Travel Guide
Montevideo
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Montevideo City Tour for Cruise Traveler by Bus!
Montevideo Exclusive City Tour Small Group of Cruise Travelers
Top hotels in Barrio Sur
SUR Hotel
Casa Copada
"I have no complaints 🙇♂️"
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Costanero Hotel Montevideo - MGallery Collection
"Muy amables todos"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
"Excellent location. Clean rooms and helpful staff. One slight negative is for such a large hotel there was no dedicated bar. Good hotel"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
ibis styles Montevideo Biarritz Hotel
"The breakfast has worsened since the previous times we stayed there, and in the bathrooms, the hot water comes out barely lukewarm, while in winter, a hot shower is needed. On Saturday, they changed the breakfast location without warning, and part of the food arrived late when we had already finished ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
"For the first night booking I mentioned the mattress had no cover/protector. For the second night I got a a different room. It didn’t have it either. Maybe, that’s standard. But it’s the first time I get a bare mattress. Another thing about the second night is that the bathroom smelled of urine."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Sur
Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Auditorio Nacional del Sodre and Salvo Palace.
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 Casino Parque Hotel and Intendencia Lookout.
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.
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 National Library of Uruguay and Espacio Arte Manfredi.
Punta Carretas
Punta Carretas is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Feria De Villa Biarritz and Punta Carretas Shopping Mall while in the area.
