Private Walking Tour in Montevideo
Highlights
- Explore and experience the historic city of Montevideo
- Visit Mercado del Puerto and learn how the port market originated and how it transformed into a gastronomic center.
- Explore Palacio Taranco and learn the story of the brothers who built this palace from the funds of their trans-Atlantic trade fortune.
- Visit Museo Histórico Nacional, Montevideo's first presidential residence.
Overview
Explore the history of the city of Montevideo. We've taken care to provide a safe and fun experience for everyone. This is an extraordinary city, and the tour reflects its idiosyncrasies. Uncover the mysteries and charm of the old city with us.
- Day 1 - Private Walking Tour in Montevideo
You'll start at Calle Perez Castellano 1546. Or, you can also get picked up.
Mercado del Puerto
Stop: 5 minutes
The guide will meet you, explain how the port market originated and how it transformed into a gastronomic center.Plaza Zabala
Stop: 5 minutes
We'll explain how the the first plaza of Montevideo originated.Palacio Taranco
Stop: 5 minutes
You'll hear the story of the brothers who built this palace from the funds of their trans-Atlantic trade fortune.Museo Histórico Nacional
Stop: 5 minutes
You'll hear some of the many stories about Montevideo's first presidential residence.Plaza Matriz
Stop: 5 minutes
We'll show you the relationship between the fantastic fountain in the middle of the plaza and the buildings on either side: the colonial administration building and the main church.Theatre Solis
Stop: 5 minutes
You'll discover what is was like to approach the theater in its heyday.Artigas Mausoleum
Stop: 5 minutes
We'll learn about why Artigas is so revered in this country.Puerta de la Ciudadela
Stop: 5 minutes
We'll explore what is was like when this gate was used for defensive and commercial purposes.Palacio Salvo
Stop: 5 minutes
We'll learn about what makes this building mysterious and emblematic to the city.You'll end at Palacio Salvo.
- Certified Guide
- Gratuities