Things to Do
Explore Montevideo
Uruguay's capital city is an eclectic mix of Neoclassical and colonial architecture, African influences, and modern European flair
Ciudad Vieja, the oldest part of the city and now a beautiful neighborhood, holds several landmarks, including the Citadel Gate (the only remaining part of the walls that once surrounded the city) and the green square Plaza Independencia
World-class cuisine you can experience at its best in the Mercado del Puerto ("Port Market")
Playa de los Pocitos, which offers plenty of water sports, and the beaches alongside the 22-kilometer-long Rambla
Isla de Lobos and Isla Gorriti
Two small islands off the coast of Punta del Este
Home to a lighthouse, ruins of Portuguese forts, and large colonies of southern elephant seals and orcas
Isla de Lobos is a nature reserve and a wintering area for whales
Hot Springs
Arapey
Is the oldest thermal resort in the country, with natural spring waters that reach 39 degrees Celsius and are supposed to have therapeutic properties. The area is popular with tourists and offers plenty of green spaces; holiday cottages; and chances to swim in cooler, more comfortable waters any time you want
Dayman
Located next to the river Daymán and has a maximum temperature of 46 degrees Celsius. Daymán is better developed, with seven pools for adults and three for children at varying temperatures, as well as food areas, tennis courts, and mini golf
South American BBQ
Uruguay's parrillas (steakhouses) are a meat lover's dream. The quintessential Uruguayan dish is the "asado," a sort of open-fire barbecue that is more a social event than just a meal
La Pulperia (in Montevideo) and Punta Salina (in Punta del Este) often making the top 10 lists of restaurants in the country
See Candombe during Carnival Season
Montevideo has the biggest carnival celebrations, with parades and cultural events lasting 40 days between January and February, making it the longest carnival celebration in the world. During this time, dancers take to the street in colorful, over-the-top dresses to celebrate well into the early morning
Where to Stay
Montevideo
Own Montevideo
A chic and central base to explore the historic port city of Montevideo
Affordable
Punta del Este
Atlantico Boutique Hotel
A chic hotel offering modern rooms walking distance from the beach
Wide choice of restaurants nearby
Affordable
The website linked below is where I got my ideas on what to do and where to stay.
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