Montevideo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Description
Most travelers think they’ve seen Montevideo after walking along the Rambla and visiting the main squares. But what if I told you the city’s true soul hides in its quiet streets, colorful neighborhoods, and stories only a local can share? Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the layers of history and the little details that give Montevideo its unique character. You might think you’ve seen it all, while the city’s best secrets stay hidden. Our Walking Tour in Montevideo reveals it all. Your guide adapts to your interests, showing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover Montevideo’s real heart, beyond the surface.
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Itinerary
Visit the place where you can find Uruguay’s delicious, where locals gather for grilled meats and seafood.
Visit the historic square where Uruguay declared its independence in 1825, surrounded by important government buildings.
Stand at the spot where Uruguay honors its national hero, Jose Artigas, with a mausoleum beneath his equestrian statue.
There are a few more stops along the way, but we’ll keep those as a surprise to make your experience even more special.
Walk through the square created in 1890 on the site of the former Spanish fortress, where a statue of Bruno Mauricio de Zabala stands at the center and the layout follows a geometric French-inspired design.
Stand in the city’s oldest public square, laid out in 1726, where a central fountain from 1871 supplied drinking water and where Montevideo’s first cathedral was built nearby.
Observe the executive headquarters inaugurated in 2009 next to Plaza Independencia, where the offices of the President of Uruguay and the Council of Ministers are located.
See the surviving gateway built in 1742 as part of the Spanish fortifications, which remained standing after the city walls were demolished in 1829 and now marks the entrance to the Old City.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
Absolutely loved this tour! Oscar was extremely friendly and a great tour guide, he was able to make the entire tour very interesting and convey his love for Montevideo. I would 100% do this tour again and recommend it to anyone going to Montevideo!
This was a warm, friendly, informative - fabulous way to learn about Montevideo … yesterday I did the board brush Touriste bus…. Today felt like a personal guided tour-to my taste of this city: old and new. Thank you Oscar for your sharing and stories, you made this a very special memory.
Very good informative tour - Oscar was an excellent guide
Oscar was my guide and he was very informative and passionate about Uruguaian history. It was only me so I got a private tour. We walked through the old city and then walked down the big city avenue and up a tall govt building for a panoramic view. Not sure I’d call this tour “hidden gems”, but it was nice to see Montevideo in this quick tour. It was also Sunday so pretty much everything was closed and less to see so be aware if you book a weekend. This is something nice to do if you’re looking to fill some time or are short on time.
Great tour of the city by Oscar, who shared his passion for the city knowledgeably and with enthusiasm. We can highly recommend.
Oscar was a wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable about Montevideo and its history. Highly recommend!
This was one of the best walking tours I’ve done. Oscar is an amazing guide, truly knowledgeable, having a genuine love for the city and its history. It didn’t feel like a conventional, commercial tourist tour at all, but rather like walking around the city with a very knowledgeable friend. The guide shared interesting stories, local insights, and recommendations in a very natural and engaging way. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a more authentic experience.
Our tour guy Oscar showed a genuine love for Montevideo. He demonstrated a great knowledge of the history and the architecture of the city, pointing out places of interest. His pace was good as we moved through the city. He was very professional and would highly recommend it.
I had 24 hours in Montevideo and wanted to find a way to learn about the city in my limited time. This is a great tour if you want a quick but still detailed way to learn about Montevideo and its history. The walking was also nice. Oscar was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable. Most importantly, he’s just a good person with a good heart. I would definitely recommend him and the tour.
Oscar my Cuban tour guide was especially knowlegeable of Montevideo and its history. We spoke in both English and Spanish. He has stories about Uruguay and his departure from Cuba and the authoritarian rule. I was impressed by his astute understanding of the culture.
