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The Old City of Montevideo is the reference point to begin to understand the history of both the city and the country. The historic quarter has a rich heritage and hides many secrets and anecdotes waiting to be discovered.
Join us to tour the old town of our city, in a didactic, entertaining and decontracted way, with our team of professional guides in history and tourism.
For about two and a half hours you will understand the rich history of Uruguay, the customs of our people and the pillars of our identity such as football, mate, gastronomy and art. At the end of the tour we will also give you a list of recommendations to help you throughout your stay.
Monday to Saturday at 10:30 and 14:30. Sundays at 10:30
- Professional guides in history and tourism
- Meeting point: Independence Square in front of the Citadel Gate. Look for the blue guides.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Independence Square in front of the Citadel Gate. The guides will be blue
Itinerary
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1Plaza Independencia
The meeting point is in Independence Square in front of the Citadel Gate. Independence Square is the most important point in the city. Rich in history and architecture, we will review the history of the country and the city in its process of independence and see emblematic buildings politically and architecturally.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Monument to General Jose Gervasio de Artigas
Below the monument to José Artigas, there is his mausoleum where we will enter to see the place where his remains lie and talk about the history of the national hero of Uruguay
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Salvo Palace (Pass by)
The Salvo Palace is the most emblematic building in Montevideo. We will be located in front of the building so you can appreciate its beauty while explaining its history and curiosities
Admission ticket free -
3Teatro Solis
The Solis Theatre is the most important theatre in the city. We will stop in front of it to explain its history and importance
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Peatonal Sarandi (Pass by)
The most important artery of the Old City neighborhood is the Sarandí Pedestrian, with its walk of fame
Admission ticket free -
4Cabildo de Montevideo
El Cabildo is a historic building from the colonial era in Montevideo that nowadays serves as a Historical Museum
8 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Plaza Matriz
The Plaza de la Constitución (Matrix Square) was the main square of colonial Montevideo. From this position the social, architectural and political construction of the country was developed
7 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Catedral de Montevideo
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Montevideo is another historic building. With both religious and historical importance, it is a must-see point of the city
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Plaza Zabala
Zabala Square is the most beautiful square in the Old City. It represents a time of economic and architectural prosperity in the history of the city
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Mercado del Puerto
The Port Market is the most famous gastronomic market in Montevideo. In it you can taste the most typical food of the country
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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