Punta Gorda Travel Guide

Montevideo

Photo by Martin Machin Cladera
Photo by Martin Machin Cladera
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Photo by Carolzinha

Popular places to visit

Centenario Stadium

Centenario Stadium

Visit the location of the first soccer World Cup, spot historic soccer memorabilia and artefacts or attend concerts by well-known international artists.

Centenario Stadium
Carrasco Beach

Carrasco Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carrasco Beach during your travels in Montevideo? Visit the casinos and shops in this walkable area.

Carrasco Beach
Salvo Palace featuring a city, street scenes and a sunset

Salvo Palace

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.

Salvo Palace
Port Market

Port Market

Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.

Port Market
Rambla of Montevideo

Rambla of Montevideo

You can take time to visit Rambla of Montevideo during your travels to Punta Carretas. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Rambla of Montevideo
Montevideo Cathedral which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and a city

Montevideo Cathedral

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Montevideo Cathedral

Things to do

Lighthouse seen on the Punta del Este City Tour in Montevideo, Uruguay

From Montevideo Punta del Este Full Day

฿1,275
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Punta del Este Full Day
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

฿797
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

฿1,880
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day
Palacio Salvo building in Montevideo

Montevideo Complete Tour

฿669
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Montevideo Complete Tour
Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers

Discover Montevideo in a Small Group: Unique Cruise Experience

฿2,071
per adult
Discover Montevideo in a Small Group: Unique Cruise Experience
Montevideo Day Trip from Buenos Aires

Montevideo Day Trip from Buenos Aires

฿10,643
per traveller
Montevideo Day Trip from Buenos Aires
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Top hotels in Punta Gorda

Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo

Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo

3.5 out of 5
21 de Setiembre 2752, Pocitos, Montevideo
The price is ฿3,160 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,160
฿3,225 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco

Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco

3.5 out of 5
Avenida de la Americas 4239, Ciudad de la Costa, Canelones
The price is ฿4,153 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿4,153
฿4,153 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Ciudad de la Costa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (813 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco
Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes

Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes

4 out of 5
Soriano 868, Montevideo
The price is ฿2,322 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿2,322
฿2,386 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (834 reviews)
"Good staff, rooms were spacious and it was walkable to the historic zone. There were an issue with the lights in the 5th floor - they were on a motion sensor and wouldn’t stay on when we were in the hall and the light above the stairs never seemed to turn on. Pooled and gym looked nice but we didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia, Montevideo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,902 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,902
฿4,966 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Popular attractions Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (807 reviews)
"Hotel should have updated their profile to specify they are a CASHLESS property so guests know this beforehand."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia

NH Montevideo Columbia

4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473, Montevideo
The price is ฿1,924 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿1,924
฿1,988 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Museo Gurvich and Peatonal ...
7.6/10 Good! (556 reviews)
Beautiful view
"There no better way to wake up in Montevideo and see the water of Rio de la Plata. This is the view you can enjoy at NH Colombia. And that is what makes this hotel my favorite one in Montevideo so far. There is a lot more to like about that place. The service is outstanding, the breakfast great and ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

NH Montevideo Columbia
Opta Coliving

Opta Coliving

3 out of 5
2370 Manuel J. Errazquín, Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo
The price is ฿2,612 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,612
฿2,677 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zorrilla Museum and Rambla of Montevideo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
Best Value in Montevideo
"The price of this establishment is really good! We are very likely to stay here every time we go to Montevideo! The location is perfect!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Opta Coliving
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Other neighbourhoods around Punta Gorda

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Malvín

While visiting Malvín, you might make a stop by sights like Rambla of Montevideo and Buceo Beach.

Malvín
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Carrasco

Beaches, casinos and shopping are some highlights of Carrasco. Make a stop by Sofitel Montevideo Casino or Carrasco Beach while you're exploring.

Carrasco
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Buceo

Unique features of Buceo include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Montevideo Shopping Mall or World Trade Center while you're exploring the area.

Buceo
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Unión

Unión might not have many top sights, but Antel Arena and Monumento La Carreta are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Unión
Centenario Stadium

Parque Batlle

If you're spending some time in Parque Batlle, Centenario Stadium and Monumento La Carreta are top sights worth seeing.

Parque Batlle
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Pocitos

5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Pocitos include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Pocitos Beach or Rambla of Montevideo while you're exploring the area.

Pocitos

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