Discover Montevideo: Top-Rated Shared Tour for Cruise Passengers
Overview
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What Makes Our Tour Special?
Discover Montevideo with Blanco Tour!
Join us for a 4-hour experience with 8 curated stops, guided by a passionate local expert. Discover Uruguay’s rich history, our culture, and hidden gems in a small group (not big buses with 30/40 passengers) for personalized attention and lasting memories.
Visit Montevideo’s historical landmarks, stroll through charming neighborhoods, admire the city’s unique mix of tradition and modern life, and enjoy local flavors at iconic markets.
Tours usually begin at 9:30 am .
If your cruise schedule changes, don’t worry—we’ll be informed and waiting for you at the dock.
Perfect and just for cruise passengers looking for a complete, authentic, and enjoyable Montevideo experience.
Book now and enjoy a top-rated tour that combines quality, local insight, and unforgettable moments.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour inicia y termina en el mismo punto, Puerto de Montevideo
IMPORTANT: This tour is exclusively for cruise passengers. If there is no ship in port, the tour does not operate.
Unfortunately, due to the space and seating limitations inside the vehicle, this experience is not suitable for guests using a wheelchair or mobility scooter.
What To Expect
Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja – The Historic Heart of Montevideo The historic center of Montevideo, with its cobbled streets and colonial buildings, is the perfect place to explore the city's past. Walk through Plaza Independencia, enter through the Puerta de la Ciudadela, and stroll along Peatonal Sarandí, lined with shops and cafés. Visit landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Museo Torres García, making it a must-visit for history and culture lovers.
Plaza Independencia
Plaza Independencia – Montevideo’s Main Square Plaza Independencia is the most important square in Montevideo, marking the transition between Ciudad Vieja and the modern city. At its center stands the impressive Mausoleum of General Artigas, honoring Uruguay’s national hero. Surrounding the plaza, you'll find architectural landmarks like the Solis Theatre, the Palacio Salvo, and the Puerta de la Ciudadela, a remnant of the old colonial fortifications. A key spot to understand Uruguay’s history and
Options
Shared Tour (9.30 hs)
Local Tour Guide Duration: 4 hours: Scheduled to start at 9:30 AM (local time) Bottled Water Van or Mini-Bus Free onboard Wi-Fi Pickup included
What‘s Included
Local tour guide
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Pick up at Port. HOLDING Sign "Blanco Tour"
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour ends with drop-off at the Port of Montevideo
Lunch
Optional, at the traveler’s discretion
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
98 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very accommodating
miamY6120XB,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had to cancel the excursion due to sickness and operator was very helpful and accommodating to get us our money back although it took us a long time to submit the paperwork from the doctor. Thank you, we appreciated your help.
Great guides, will enjoy!
onebzemom1,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time with Andes and Belen! Fun, informative and happy to answer questions and suggestions. Saw a varied route - the football stadium, the huge bronze oxen and cart, a view from up high of the city, a little roadside market - recommend!!
Excellent tour of Montevideo with an outstanding tour guide!
OSU Empty Nester,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Francesca was a delightful and extremely knowledgeable tour guide! We especially appreciated that Blanco Tour Uruguay divided our initially large group into 3 smaller groups of ~12 people on a smaller tour bus. It was easy to hear Francesca on the bus and to hear her on land without a microphone. Tour highlights included the Cathedral, the city square near the president’s office, Parliament and Monumenta la Carretta, the magnificent sculpture of the gaucho, the oxen and his cart. We finished with a trip to the 22nd floor of a building with a view of the city. Really an excellent tour and we definitely got the feel of Montevideo! Well done, Francesca!
Excellent Half Day Tour
Frank C,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great 4 hour tour. We covered a lot of ground in a limited amount of time. Our tour guide was excellent! Her English was great. I would highly recommend this tour. We visited the highlights as promised.
Great tour of Montevideo with Blanco Tours
Peter B,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hi, had a great tour with Carolina from Blanco Tours. Very informative and fantastic English so could understand her commentary. The content of the tour was just right and we learnt a lot about the history of Montevideo and Uruguay. She also went the extra mile and found us a cab after the tour to go to the Hard Rock Cafe. All in all 10 out of 10 for the tour. Thanks again for the great time we had in Montevideo
Montevideo in quick transit.
jensn972,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We got a comprehensive impression of Montevideo. The tour was well organized.
Great tour!
Nina H,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great small group tour for 4 hrs around the city! Very nice comfortable van with AC and bottled water. Safe driver and excellent tour guide Florencia, who spoke perfect English! Organized tour pickup and drop off.
A perfect day at Montevideo with Blanco Tour
Khin W,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hi Blanco Tour Team, We had a wonderful time in Montevideo. The lady guide was awesome. She was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. We visited all the places mentioned in the itinerary within the time slot. Thank you for giving us such a perfect tour in Montevideo.
Marvelous Montevideo
Lambsontour,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Francesca was an excellent guide, friendly, informative, confident. This tour was well planned and we saw a good variety of sights - it was everything we wanted it to be. Not only did we enjoy a fine capital city, we learned so much about Uruguay.
Fantastic tour of the...
Karen J,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour of the city , the guide was very informative, gave us plenty of time to look around at stops, enjoyed the day.
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