Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay, home to around 1,270,737 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Local favourites
Mercado de la Abundancia
Founded in 1836, it's the oldest market in the city. Like the one in the port it also has steak and paella restaurants, and you can buy thin
Mercado del Puerto
This touristy building houses a dozen or so restaurants. Most offer grilled meat, and you can find good paella, as well. It is usually quite
Nuevo Citadelle
An array of typical Uruguayan food, surprisingly cheap considering its prime location. It's kind of hidden away, though—to get there from th
La Pasiva
There are several restaurants of this chain in Montevideo, however the two you are likely going to encounter are the ones at Sarandí in the
Buffet Montevideo
Very good self service restaurant. Excellent alternative to vary the "standard" dishes of Uruguayan cuisine, offering Chinese food, meats, v
La Cibeles
Very good food, especially the empanadas. The meals have the taste of homemade, there are a variety of dishes, they are well served. Very co
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Arapey
Rambling art deco relic with large rooms and linens as old as the building. Private bath, fans, TVs, elevator.
Spléndido Hotel
Rumor has it that this hotel was built by a former president at the turn of the 20th century for his mistress. The hotel is near the Plaza d
Ibis Montevideo Rambla
A 5-minute walk from the old town, this chain hotel has simple but comfortable rooms and is bookable over the Internet.
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Hotel in the heart of Montevideo's financial and commercial district. Features include a pool, gym, high-speed Internet, and views of the ci
Hotel Iberia