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Uruguay

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Landmarks · Scenic Walking Areas · Art Museums
Switzerland of South America
One of the smallest countries in South America, tourist-friendly Uruguay is often called the "Switzerland of South America" because of its consistent economic development and progressive society. Open-minded Montevideo serves as the starting point of most Uruguay vacations, offering visitors an eclectic cultural scene and a chance to discover some of South America's major architectural treasures. Away from the cosmopolitan capital city, vacations in Uruguay involve exploring wildlife-rich areas along the Atlantic and touring the rustic interior on horseback, gaucho style. In this sports-loving country, the highlight of your Uruguay trip might just be a soccer match between Penarol and Nacional, the country's two major clubs. Our Uruguay trip planner allows you to schedule your trip to Uruguay, learn about its attractions, and find out about where else to go during your holiday.
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    Top Uruguay tours

    FROM $145 BOOK WITH VIATOR Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.
    4.7
    Duration: 6 hours
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    FROM $33 BOOK WITH VIATOR The Best Montevideo City Tour
    3.5
    Duration: 3 hours
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    FROM $230 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small-Group Day Trip to Colonia from Buenos Aires
    4.8
    Duration: 12 hours
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    Places to visit in Uruguay

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    Regions of Uruguay

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    Popular things to do in Uruguay

    Plaza Independencia ©
    Landmark
    Plaza Independencia
    Montevideo
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours
    Museo – Taller de Casapueblo ©
    Art Museum
    Museo – Taller de Casapueblo
    Punta Ballena
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Barrio Historico ©
    Neighborhood
    Barrio Historico
    Colonia del Sacramento
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Rambla de Montevideo ©
    Scenic Walking Area
    Rambla de Montevideo
    Montevideo
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours

    Hidden gems in Uruguay

    Mirador Punta Ballena
    Lookout
    Mirador Punta Ballena
    Punta Ballena
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Museo Del Mar ©
    Specialty Museum
    Museo Del Mar
    La Barra
    4.2
    Duration: 2 hours
    Bodega Boutique El Legado ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Bodega Boutique El Legado
    Carmelo
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours
    Pizzorno Family Estates ©
    Winery / Vineyard
    Pizzorno Family Estates
    Canelones
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Nature in Uruguay

    Cerro Arequita ©
    Geologic Formation
    Cerro Arequita
    Minas
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Rio de la Plata ©
    Water Body
    Rio de la Plata
    Colonia del Sacramento
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Santa Teresa National Park ©
    National Park
    Santa Teresa National Park
    Rocha
    4.7
    Duration: 8 hours
    Pan De Azucar ©
    Mountain
    Pan De Azucar
    Pan de Azucar
    4.4
    Duration: 1h 30 min

    Shopping in Uruguay

    Mercado del Puerto ©
    Flea Market
    Mercado del Puerto
    Montevideo
    3.7
    Duration: 4 hours
    Punta Ballena Market ©
    Farmers Market
    Punta Ballena Market
    Punta Ballena
    4.1
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Feria de Tristan Narvaja ©
    Flea Market
    Feria de Tristan Narvaja
    Montevideo
    3.1
    Duration: 2 hours
    De La Plaza ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    De La Plaza
    Colonia del Sacramento
    5.0
    Duration: 2 hours

    Kid-friendly things to do in Uruguay

    Playa Mansa ©
    Beach
    Playa Mansa
    Punta del Este
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Playa Punta Ballena ©
    Beach
    Playa Punta Ballena
    Punta Ballena
    4.7
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Playa Montoya ©
    Beach
    Playa Montoya
    La Barra
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Playa Punta Colorada ©
    Beach
    Playa Punta Colorada
    Piriapolis
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours

    Museums in Uruguay

    Museo Municipal de Bellas Artes Juan Manuel Blanes ©
    Art Museum
    Museo Municipal de Bellas Artes Juan Manuel Blanes
    Montevideo
    4.2
    Duration: 1 hour
    Palacio Taranco ©
    Art Museum
    Palacio Taranco
    Montevideo
    4.5
    Duration: 1 hour
    1972 Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    1972 Museum
    Montevideo
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
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    Museo Portugues ©
    History Museum
    Museo Portugues
    Colonia del Sacramento
    4.1
    Duration: 2 hours

    Featured attractions

    Free Walking Tour ©
    Walking tour
    Free Walking Tour
    Montevideo
    4.6
    Duration: 3 hours
    Tamborilearte ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Tamborilearte
    Montevideo
    4.5
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Pocitos ©
    Neighborhood
    Pocitos
    Montevideo
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Ciudad Vieja ©
    Neighborhood
    Ciudad Vieja
    Montevideo
    3.9
    Duration: 2 hours

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