Barrio Sur Travel Guide
Montevideo
Popular places to visit
Puerto de Montevideo
Explore the waterfront in Montevideo with a trip to Puerto de Montevideo. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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.
Pocitos Beach
Relax on soft golden sand, swim in clean water and visit a museum of naval history at this beach located in one of Montevideo’s most upmarket neighborhoods.
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.
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.
Independence Plaza
You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Top hotels in Barrio Sur
SUR Hotel
Casa Copada
I have no complaints 🙇♂️
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo
La atencion del personal no es muy buena. Las habitaciones no estan muy limpias y cuentas con "0" opciones de comida pues el unico restaurant dentro del hotel tiene horarios rigidos y no tienes acceso constante a comida o appetaizer si necesitas
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Costanero Hotel Montevideo - MGallery Collection
Loved the room so much! Also the hotel just smells and feels so luxurious. Drinks were great, dinner was delicious, stay was perfect!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Smart Hotel Montevideo
The hotel staff were friendly and helpful and we appreciated the fridge and microwave. The sheets did not tuck in to the bed so did not stay out through the night and we were surprised to see that there was no seating on the rooftop terrace - that seemed like an easy thing to do to make the terrace ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
ibis styles Montevideo Biarritz Hotel
Ar condicionado barulhento, mesmo desligado. Consegui trocar de quarto!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Sur
Montevideo Centro
Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.
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 Palacio Municipal and Intendencia Lookout.
Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Andes 1972 Museum and Peatonal Sarandí.
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 Ramirez Beach.
Cordón
While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like National Library of Uruguay and Espacio Arte Manfredi.
Aguada
If you're spending some time in Aguada, Mercado Agricola de Montevideo and Legislative Palace are top sights worth seeing.
