Montevideo Free Walking Tour – Old Town, Independence Square & Río de la Plata
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
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Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Spanish, French (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Montevideo is one of South America's most relaxed and liveable capitals, a city of faded elegance, art-deco facades and a famous riverside promenade along the vast Río de la Plata. On this walking tour a local guide reveals the historic Ciudad Vieja and the easygoing spirit that makes Uruguay so distinctive.
You will stand in the grand Plaza Independencia, wander streets of colonial and belle-époque architecture, and hear about gauchos, tango, mate and the country's proud traditions. Add in the bustling Mercado del Puerto and the endless riverside rambla, and Montevideo becomes a charming city to explore on foot.
You will stand in the grand Plaza Independencia, wander streets of colonial and belle-époque architecture, and hear about gauchos, tango, mate and the country's proud traditions. Add in the bustling Mercado del Puerto and the endless riverside rambla, and Montevideo becomes a charming city to explore on foot.
Meeting point:
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Plaza Independencia, by the Artigas monument, Montevideo
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Plaza Independencia: We meet on the grand square between the old and new cities.
Stop 2 – Puerta de la Ciudadela: The surviving gate of the old colonial fortress.
Stop 3 – Plaza Matriz & the Cathedral: The oldest square and church of the city.
Stop 4 – Ciudad Vieja lanes: The atmospheric old town of colonial and art-deco facades.
Stop 5 – Teatro Solís: The grand 19th-century opera house.
Stop 6 – Mercado del Puerto: The lively market hall famous for its grills.
Stop 7 – The Rambla riverside: We finish on the famous promenade along the Río de la Plata.
Stop 2 – Puerta de la Ciudadela: The surviving gate of the old colonial fortress.
Stop 3 – Plaza Matriz & the Cathedral: The oldest square and church of the city.
Stop 4 – Ciudad Vieja lanes: The atmospheric old town of colonial and art-deco facades.
Stop 5 – Teatro Solís: The grand 19th-century opera house.
Stop 6 – Mercado del Puerto: The lively market hall famous for its grills.
Stop 7 – The Rambla riverside: We finish on the famous promenade along the Río de la Plata.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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