Montevideo Centro Travel Guide
Montevideo
Visit Montevideo Centro
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.
Independence Plaza
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Auditorio Nacional del Sodre
Get tickets for a show at Auditorio Nacional del Sodre, a popular theatre in Montevideo. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Montevideo Museum of Art History
You can browse the exhibits at Montevideo Museum of Art History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Montevideo. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Cagancha Square
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Cagancha Square. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers
Montevideo: Old City Walking Tour with Photographer
Montevideo Highlights: Shared City Tour for Cruise Passengers
Top hotels in Montevideo Centro
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Great location and amenities
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Balfers Hotel
Room was clean, the window was covered at night there was noise on the street. Secured parking. Breakfast was good, lots of pastries, cold cuts, fruit, yogurt all kinds of coffee. Staff very friendly. Very good location
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Smart Hotel Montevideo
Extremely easy check in. Charming personnel who gave us excellent recommendations for dinner and touring the old town.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes
We had a fine nights stay at Esplendor; the facility is not new but well kept and staffed with very friendly people. The breakfast was more than I expected and having a small spa with heated pool was a very nice touch.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Europa
Crystal Tower Hotel
Comfortable room with a great bed. Better than I expected for the price. Great staff. Restaurants in walking distance.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Montevideo Centro
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.
Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Zabala and Solis Theater.
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 Intendencia Lookout and Ramirez Beach.
Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like National Library of Uruguay and Espacio Arte Manfredi.
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 Ramirez Beach.
