Montevideo is an excellent place for unforgettable discoveries. Visit the Flea market for the first impressions. It is an outdoor museum where you can not only touch, but also buy exhibits. Silver, copper, and bronze exhibits, the collection of old books, and local craftsmen's pieces of art are just some of the things displayed on the flea market. Here, you can buy even a phonograph and license plates.
Montevideo greets its visitors with more than two hundreds of gastronomy establishments which specialize in the most different culinary trends. The Tandory restaurant will be of great … Open
Montevideo is a city of interesting culture and original traditions. Its visitors have a chance to witness and take part in numerous exciting ethnic fests, learn local handicraft traditions … Open
Fans of romantic entertainments should have an unforgettable city walk. When it gets dark, the central streets are empty, as many locals prefer to spend time in bars and restaurants. Walkers can enjoy calm and spacious central streets and see the sights that look different in the light of lanterns.
A historical part of Montevideo is of great interest for tourist visiting the destination. Exactly the historical part of the city concentrates a large share of significant landmarks and … Open
Another way to admire the beauty of Montevideo is to get a bird’s-eye view of the city. You can do this at the restaurant located on the 24th floor of the Radisson Sas Hotel. Many tourists come here specifically to have a cup of coffee at the window and enjoy the harmonious view of city streets.
After sightseeing tours through historical landmarks and spots of Montevideo, the city offers its guests to visit numerous entertaining centers, sport centers, night clubs, boutiques and … Open
Spend Time on the Hill of El Cerro
You will have the opportunity to climb a natural landmark of the city during your vacation in Montevideo. This is the hill of El Cerro. You can take a tour of the Fortaleza General Artigas fortress once you reach its top. This fortress is located on a hill. It was erected in 1811. It is the last fort built by the Spaniards. The fortress is also the first city building. The military museum is open there today. You can also enjoy the amazing panoramic view of Montevideo while standing on El Cerro.Entertainment in Rodo Park
The main park in Montevideo is Rodo. It is decorated in a European style. If you visit it you can walk or run through the numerous paths or feed the ducks in the small ponds. You can also enjoy the sunset with views of the Atlantic Ocean, sitting directly on the grass. You will have the opportunity to see how local artists create paintings. You can also join people doing yoga or playing Frisbee while relaxing in the park. You can also walk through the ribbon that is stretched between the tree trunks.
1. Many of local residents have a good command of foreign languages however they give preference to speak their native one. To show respect to local culture tourists should learn several … Open
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
There is wind almost always on the beaches located in the vicinity of the city. Therefore, you will have a chance to go kitesurfing and windsurfing. You can bring all the necessary equipment with you or rent it at one of the specialized stations. They are located on the beaches. There aren't many people there. Experienced instructors work on each of them. They will be happy to teach a novice kayaker or windsurfer the basics of conquering waves, standing on the board. They will also help professional athletes work out new tricks.
If you have your equipment you can ride on any beach. However, you will need to rent a wetsuit. This is because the water is quite cool here. But if you are a fan of surfing it will be better to take a trip from the city along the Uruguayan coast. You can visit good surf spots. There are few places to practice this sport in the vicinity of Montevideo.
In Montevideo, tourists’ most favorite place for shopping is Mercado del Puerto located in a beautiful historic pavilion. Gourmets will be impressed by meat delicacies. Here, you can … Open
Stand on the Observation Deck of the Cabo Polonio Lighthouse
You can go from Montevideo to the Cabo Polonio Peninsula. You will be able to visit the main architectural landmark of the district. This is a lighthouse with the same name and strategic significance. It was built of brick in 1881. It is still active. If you arrive here early in the morning on any day of the week you can go up to the observation deck and enjoy the surrounding area.See Montevideo from a Great Height
You can enjoy the sights of Montevideo from a great height. You should visit the 35-story ANTEL skyscraper to do this. It was built in art Nouveau style in 2002. It is considered the tallest city building today. The skyscraper is owned by an Uruguayan mobile operator. It is located on the shore of a picturesque Bay 2 kilometers north of the business district of Montevideo.
The city was founded in the early 18th century by the Spanish. The purpose of founding Montevideo was rather peculiar. It was a fortress city, which helped the Spanish to control the actions … Open