Barrio Sur
Montevideo
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.
Things to do

Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Montevideo: Old City Walking Tour with Photographer
Top hotels in Barrio Sur

SUR Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Palladium Business Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

ibis styles Montevideo Biarritz Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco and Spa
Reviewed on 28 May 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Sur

Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cagancha Square and Salvo Palace.

Palermo
While Palermo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cagancha Square and Palacio Municipal.

Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Montevideo Cathedral and Solis Theater.

Parque Rodó
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Rambla of Montevideo or Casino Parque Hotel.

Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Palacio Municipal and National Library of Uruguay.

Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.