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Free Tour of the colonial neighborhood of Montevideo (Ciudad V...

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Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: Spanish
Guru: Cecilia
Registered on 15 July 2020
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¡Hola a todos! Somos docentes de Historia en educación media de nuestro país. Amamos viajar, y también poder compartir con visitantes de otros países las bellezas de nuestro país.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

We are a team of teachers of History of Uruguay. We invite you to participate in a traditional walking tour and sharing different stories, anecdotes and facts about the city. We can also guide you on other walks you want to make or create a tailor-made tour for another occasion! The tour includes: - Main city square: "Independence Square", with free admission to the mausoleum where the remains of the national hero Gral. Artigas are found and an explanation of the construction and meaning of the Salvo palace. - Puerta de la Ciudadela, ex-entrance to the walled city of Montevideo. - Walk along the pedestrian Sarandí, with explanations of emblematic buildings and shops. - Exterior visit to the main theater in the country, the "Solís". Explanations of its construction, history and current situation. - Arrival at Plaza Matriz, ex-main square of the colonial city. Explanations about it and the buildings around it (Church, Cabildo, Club Uruguay). - Free admission to the Mother Church. - Hike to Plaza Zabala and its ring road. Explanation of the creation of the plaza and the role of Mauricio de Zabala in the founding of Montevideo. - Walk through other less commercial areas of Ciudad Vieja, a pension area and finally, arrival at the Mercado del Puerto on the city's port boulevard. Explanations regarding the operation of the port and the Market. * The tour ends here. In the Mercado del Puerto you can stay and taste typical Uruguayan food and drinks * We are waiting for you!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Plaza Independencia 730 11000 Montevideo Departamento de Montevideo Uruguay
Entrance of the mausoleum to Gral. Artigas
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Free Tour of the colonial neighborhood of Montevideo (Ciudad V...
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