Perched on a peninsula jutting out into the River Plate, Montevideo's mix of old- and new-world charms has been captivating visitors for centuries. The city's Ciudad Vieja (Old Town) is a throwback to the past, with narrow cobblestoned streets, historic buildings and atmospheric plazas. Across the mouth of the River Plate, pavement cafs are plentiful, particularly around the pedestrianised avenue Peatonal Sarand. Moving east, Montevideo's city centre boasts wide, tree-lined avenues, soaring skyscrapers and the bulk of the city's accommodations, while the long seafront promenade known as L ... Know more about Montevideo


























