Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide

Montevideo

A historic building with a red-tiled roof, large columns, and arched windows.
A grand neoclassical building with a large staircase, columns, and a statue.
A statue on a pedestal in a plaza with palm trees and tall buildings in the background.
A statue of a man on horseback, set on a pedestal with a cityscape in the background.
A tall, ornate building with multiple domes and balconies, surrounded by palm trees.

Stay near popular Ciudad Vieja attractions

Teatro Solis, a neoclassical building with columns and a triangular pediment.
Photo by Marcelo Lopes
Open Photo by Marcelo Lopes

Solis Theater

8.8/10 (234 reviews)
Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.
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Things to do

Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

£45
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

£136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

£19
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Palacio Salvo building in Montevideo

Montevideo Complete Tour

£16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Montevideo Complete Tour
Montevideo City Tour for Cruise Traveler

Montevideo City Tour for Cruise Traveler by Bus!

£29
per adult
Montevideo City Tour for Cruise Traveler by Bus!
Montevideo Walking Tour

Montevideo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

£23
per adult
Montevideo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
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Top hotels in Ciudad Vieja

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia Montevideo
The price is £121 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£121
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Popular attractions Pocitos Beach and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (945 reviews)
"Worst than the last time"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo

Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo

4 out of 5
Piedras 234, Ciudad Vieja Montevideo
The price is £46 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£46
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this boutique hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and room service. Popular attractions Pocitos Beach and Port Market are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (568 reviews)
"Great place! Clean, modern, and at a great price!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Solis 1433 Montevideo
The price is £100 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£100
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (302 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with great staff at a great price. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Palacio Hotel

Palacio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Bartolomé Mitre 1364, Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo
The price is £36 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£36
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
"Pleasant stay, super centrally located, just off a major pedestrian street in the old town. Cute and architecture and an old fashioned elevator you must try. Basic, clean, friendly and considerate staff. A 35 minute ride to the international airport the next morning."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Palacio Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel

Axsur Design Hotel

4 out of 5
Misiones 1260 Montevideo
The price is £60 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£60
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and room service. Popular attractions Pocitos Beach and Casa Rivera are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (617 reviews)
"ar condicionado nao funcionava corretamente. cafe da manha cobrado a parte e deixava muito a desejar."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Axsur Design Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia

NH Montevideo Columbia

4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473 Montevideo
The price is £71 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£71
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Pocitos Beach and Constitution ...
NH Montevideo Columbia
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Where to stay in Ciudad Vieja

Find the best Ciudad Vieja areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ciudad Vieja
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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 Feria De Villa Biarritz and Punta Carretas Shopping Mall 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 tall, ornate building with intricate architectural details, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

Montevideo Centro

Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Contemporary Art Museum and Salvo Palace.

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 calm river reflecting buildings and palm trees.
Photo by James Pinkney
Open Photo by James Pinkney

Parque Rodó

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Ramirez Beach or Rambla of Montevideo.

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