When traveling to Montevideo, the South American capital of Uruguay, you have many options available to you in terms of sites and activities. From the beach to stopping by another major, South American city, you are sure to enjoy your stay within the capital city. Just make sure to bring plenty of sunblock, as the sun shines most of the year, without an over abundance of rain, so regardless of your time of visit, you should see the sun in the sky and warmth on your skin.
While in Montevideo, you must stop by the beach. This is a necessity for any individual traveling and visiting Uruguay. There are many beach options available towards the south of the city, but with miles of coastline you shouldn't have an issue finding a comfortable plot of sand to lay a towel across. There are even dozens of hotels along the beach, so if you want to splurge on the higher cost, beach front hotels, feel free to live a little.
Montevideo is a port city, with vessels originated from all over the world. I also gives you clear access to another major city close by: Buenos Aires. The capital city of Argentina is only a few hours away via boat ferry, giving you an exceptional day trip, should you leave early enough in the morning. The two capital cities are vastly different, giving you another insight into South American life.
Plaza Independencia is possibly the most beloved and major landmark in the entire city of Uruguay. It is in the middle of Montevideo's old city, known as "Ciudad Vieja." It is a wide square, covered in palm trees and featuring a statue of Uruguay's Jose Artigas. His tomb is actually directly under the monument, should you care to stop and visit. As with many other South American cities, having a Plaza Independencia in the heart of the city is a mandatory design, and you'll find other cities throughout your travel in South America has similar features, although few compare to the grand scale and beauty of Montevideo's.
Grab a bike and make the city your own. Bicycling is almost considered a national past time, as most citizens of Uruguay travel between point A and point B via bike. There are dozens of locations around the city that rent out these bikes, allowing you to easily travel narrow streets and arrive at your desired destinations. It is also far cheaper to rent out a bike than constantly relying on a taxi service, especially if you don't speak the language, as you may find it difficult to commune with some drivers.
For one the best dance scenes in the area, stop by El Pony Pisador. Here you can enjoy a variety of music, ranging from flamenco, Latin, American pop and Brazillian. It's also an amazing locale for people watching, if all you want to do is enjoy a cold beverage and sit in your chair. Some of the best food is served here as well. You might want to experience The International Tango Festival, held in February every year.
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