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Tours/Montevideo/The Best Montevideo City Tour

The Best Montevideo City Tour

3.7(91)Montevideo3 hours
VIATOR3.5(57)TRIPADVISOR4.1(34)
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
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The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour
The Best Montevideo City Tour

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$36 / person
Location
Montevideo, Uruguay
Rating
3.7 / 5 · 91 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 42
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Top Private Tours

Description

Discover Montevideo, the capital city of Uruguay, on this 3-hour city tour! Travel by bus and on foot as you explore Independence Plaza and Parliament Palace. Venture into the residential neighborhoods of Carrasco, Punta Gorda and Pocitos, where along Las Ramblas, you'll see vast beaches and beautiful promenade areas. Your expert guide will teach you about the history of the city’s barrios, as well as the unique architecture of the beautiful buildings. Tour not available for people arriving by cruise ship.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
2:00 PM
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 5+)
$36
Child (ages 0–4)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.

Tour Options

Option 1

Pickup included

Itinerary

Plaza Independencia
Admission not included10 min

Plaza Independencia

Salvo Palace
Pass by

Palacio Salvo

Parque Prado
Admission not included10 min

Prado

Palacio Legislativo
Pass by

Palacio Legislativo

Rambla Presidente Wilson
Pass by

Rambla

Pocitos
Admission not included15 min

Pocitos Rambla

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
3-hour city tour
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Not allowed for people arriving by cruise ship

Pickup Locations & Times

Pick up only at hotels.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

3.7
91 reviews
5
37
4
21
3
13
2
8
1
12

How it compares in Montevideo

  • No. 18 by number of reviews among 193 tours in Montevideo
  • Starting price $36 is 40% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in Montevideo

Excurgo comparison of 193 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for passengers arriving to Montevideo by cruise ship.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does The Best Montevideo City Tour take?

The Best Montevideo City Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.

How much does The Best Montevideo City Tour cost?

Prices start at $36 per person for this Montevideo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does The Best Montevideo City Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 2:00 PM.

How much does The Best Montevideo City Tour cost for children?

Children aged 0–4 pay nothing, adults from $36.

Can I cancel The Best Montevideo City Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up only at hotels. Pickup points include Lafayette Hotel, Crystal Tower Hotel.

What languages is The Best Montevideo City Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 42 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is The Best Montevideo City Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 91 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Top Private Tours.

Reviews(91)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

R
Richard_T
February 15, 2025 · via Viator
They didn’t turn up.

They never turned up. We waited 45 mins and I tried to contact them through the app as I had done successfully the day before and they ghosted me!

J
Jianping_H
January 30, 2025 · via Viator
It was a good overview of Montevideo!

Our guide Paul used both Spanish and English. I’m so impressed. He is very patient answering my questions. He is very knowledgeable about the history and city. Thanks!

V
valt340
December 30, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Unreliable and untrustworthy

Donot book with this unreliable company. The tour was booked for 2 pm for a hotel pick up. No one turned up and Viator are claiming the tour operator was there..( without showing us any proof) Absolutely no proof was provided by the tour operator that they were there - they simply claim that we were not there and have charged us for a tour that they did not provide; see our proof of booking and meeting time Ended up loosing a precious part of our holiday waiting for a tour to pick us up Communication was very poor and I feel scammed for getting charged for a service that was not offered - just because Viator is a big company does not mean they can scam genuine tourists I highly recommend using some other firm whom you can trust and not use Viator - or this tour any more

7
754krystelles
October 30, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
I loved this tour!

The route taken was filled with historic sites. The stops along the way to make photos and interact with the city were very strategic as it felt immersive. The tour guide was also knowledgeable and gave historic and current information about the city and it's citizens. My favourite stops were the palace and the coast with the Montevideo sign. I recommend this tour for anyone who wants to learn about the city and also have fun doing so.

R
Ruth_H
July 8, 2024 · via Viator
Bad

Tour operator never picked me up at my hotel , never answered why they didn’t picked me up. I think Viator shouldn’t work with them . Viator couldn’t get a hold of them either to let me know why they never showed up to pick me up . I was so excited because of the description said majority on Montevideo was going to be cover . I couldn’t plan anything else due to the tour started at 2pm but since they didn’t show to pick me up & it was a Sunday (day after the Uruguay victory fútbol game vs Brazil) everything was closed & It was raining so couldn’t do anything at all but stay in my hotel . Viator should fired this tour company

Operator response

We have never received your reservation. Perhaps you have booked with another supplier.

V
V3074ZUanar
April 2, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Montevideo lyrics

Beautiful view of the coast of the city of Montevideo, Pocitos neighborhood. Ideal for taking photos on the poster. Open space

N
Nancy G
November 24, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Was not the best tour

We waited to much for passengers not only at pick up locations but at places where we got out. The english spoken person was not very clear. Yes we saw places we have not seen yet but it was not our favor tour.

5
550teyl
November 4, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Divine

Excellent trip, Montevideo is beautiful, very picturesque, the people are very friendly, I would return a thousand times more

M
Mylittlesimon
September 16, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
A nice educational afternoon in Montevideo

A very nice, congenial group. Our guide was terrific, explaining everything we saw and lots of interesting historical information in perfect English, Spanish and Portuguese

J
jimmyangel18
August 14, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Fiasco

They sent me a message saying that by law they could not look for me at the accommodation and because I did not have the Tripadvisor application I did not receive it. The most logical thing was to write me a WhatsApp or call me to notify me because I had already paid it. I took another tour on a large bus and they looked for me 2 blocks away without a problem, so by law nothing, liars. They are IRRESPONSIBLE, SCAMMERS. I already requested a refund from Tripadvisor. A paid tour that I do not take and I will not receive the taxes that were charged to me. Loss of money. We also called them to try to solve it and see where we are going and they don't answer. I won't even choose them for free again. I hope they close.

Operator response

Muchas gracias por el mensaje. Es bueno leer al reservar que en Uruguay por ley solo podemos levantar pasajeros en un Hotel. Por algo tenemos el tour mejor calificado de la ciudad. Se le ha devuelto el dinero porque la reserva nunca fue ingresada al no tener hotel relacionado. Me alegra disfrutara de la ciudad. Un saludo.

$36/ person
3.7(91)
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEN, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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