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Must-See Montevideo: History, Architecture & Local Secrets

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Run by a local guide · Matias Leivas

Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Join the most complete tour of the city of Montevideo, we will start telling the history of the city, in order to immerse ourselves in the various attractions of the city and better understand everything we see. Welcome.

Duration
2 h 30 min
Destination
Montevideo
Meeting Point
Plaza independencia
Provider
Matias Leivas

Description

The meeting point will be at Plaza Independencia, at the kiosk across from the Palacio Salvo. Look for the guide with a burgundy umbrella.

The walking tour starts on time; the maximum wait is 5 minutes, and then the tour begins. The average tip ranges from $10 to $15 per person; please remember that this is the guide’s only source of income.

Ciudad Vieja is a must-see if you’re visiting Montevideo. It bears witness to the city’s early history. This tour features historical facts, general culture, art, and architectural landmarks that will help you enjoy this city.

List of sites:
- Plaza de la Independencia.
- Mausoleum of José Gervasio Artigas.
- Puerta de la Ciudadela.
- Estévez Palace (exterior).
- Salvo Palace (exterior).
- Solís Theater.
- Sarandí Pedestrian Street.
- Sexual Diversity Alley (LGBT)
- Matriz Square.
- Montevideo Cathedral.
- Montevideo City Hall.
- Zabala Square.

- We’ll finish at the Mercado del Puerto (10 a.m. and 2 p.m. tours), where you can buy souvenirs and alfajores. I’d also like to recommend a great restaurant there—they’ll give you a little something from me.
I’ll be waiting for you!

Includes

  • Mausoleo de Artigas
  • Salvo Palace
  • Palacio Estevez | Museo de la Casa de Gobierno
  • Torre Ejecutiva - Presidencia de la República
  • Gateway of the Citadel
  • Peatonal Sarandí
  • Solis Theater
  • Museo Histórico Cabildo de Montevideo
  • Constitution Plaza
  • Montevideo Metropolitan Cathedral
  • Puerto Market
  • Independence Square

Meeting Point

Plaza independencia

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Traveler reviews

222 reviews in total · Opinions from people who already lived the experience

Recomendadisimo, gracias Matías !

todo genial

Diego Exequiel Guaymas · September 2026

Recorrido por Montevideo

Matías fue genial. Puntual, inteligente y muy divertido. ¡Lo recomiendo!

Verena Veloso · September 2026

Montevideo Histórico y Diverso

Tuvimos una hermosa visita por Montevideo. Matías es un excelente guía, muy profesional, ameno y durante todo el recorrido brindó información muy interesante. Gracias , Matías. Te recomendaremos.

Maria Teresa Bravo · July 2026

Katharina

Gracias por un tour muy bonito e informativo! Lo recomendaria al 100%!

Katharina F Heil · June 2026

¡Excelente!

Lo recomendamos 100%

Marcelo Tancredi · June 2026

Eduativo y entretenido

Exelente interacción me gusto mucho los datos indicados. Y muy puntos. Exelecte dinamica de explicacion para los distintos idiomas

Ani Santil · May 2026

Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

Suggested in this destination: the equivalent of $5 to $10 USD per person, in local currency

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

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Free tour

★ 4.9 · 222 reviews

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