Discover Montevideo: Top-Rated Shared Tour for Cruise Passengers
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
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, culture, and hidden gems in a small group (max. 16 guests) 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 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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
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
Marina Jan 27th 2026(10:30 hs)
January 27th 2026: MARINA cruiseship Passengers JAN 27th
Duration: 4 hours
Bottled Water
Mini Bus up to 16 passengers
Free Onboard Wi Fi
Pickup included
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Montevideo Tour
hamguy8,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour with a great guide. His English was excellent. Great day. I don't like TripAdvisor s requirement of 100 characters.
Good value for money
Claudia N,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour provides a nice overview of Montevideo. Guide (Paolo) and driver (Washington) were pleasant and professional. The pace of the tour was good—not too fast for someone with mobility difficulties but also not achingly slow. We booked this tour as an alternative to more expensive shore excursions offered by our cruise line and were pleased by the experience.
Excellent tour of Montevide
Pam J,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an excellent tour which covered most of the important buildings, markets, memorials, parks and the cathedral in Montevideo. Our guide was very courteous and polite. He allowed sufficient time at each stop for sightseeing and enough time to go shopping. His commentary was excellent. He even dropped us at the port market which would have been difficult to find otherwise. We travelled in a van. The group size was 7 so not too big. It was a wonderful tour and lasted from 9:00 to 2:30, just enough time to see all the sights.
Our guide made us deep...
Rudolf H,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide made us deep dive into Uruguay‘s culture and Montevideo’s history. The tour concept is well develloped and excellent executed. Don‘t miss it.
Great alternative to a cruise excursion in Montevideo
Adam B,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great intro to Montevideo. Our guide took us to several places around the city and stopped for enough time to not feel rushed. She spoke great English and answered everyone's questions. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a tour of the city highlights.
Good half-day introductory tour
Lawrence W,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Belen was a fantastic tour guide. She was thorough, knowledgeable, encouraged questions, was patient, and allowed us plenty of time to see the sights. The small group size was ideal for covering a lot of Montevideo.
Skip this one- not the tour guides fault.
galisgr8,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide Belen was pleasant and spoke excellent English. I don’t recommend the tour for two different reasons: one- although a small group you could not hear her on the van unless you were sitting immediately behind her. And during the walking parts you had to be close and rush ahead to hear any explanations. The second reason: tour is simply boring. The city is not interesting. It’s grey and maybe because it was Sunday and shops closed, not a lot to see or do. I suggest cross the street from port and shop small market or head to old town and walk around.
Montevideo small group tour
682natk,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was absolutely fabulous! Andrew and Belen were amazing. In just four hours, we were able to see most of the city, and Belen shared a lot of interesting information about the history and many other topics. Highly recommend!
Fun day with a great guide!
Betsi K,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to get an overview of the city from the cruise ship. We were very lucky with beautiful weather so the view from the rooftop was outstanding. Pablo was an amazing guide and made sure that we didn’t miss anything the entire day!
Nice overview and your of...
Nicole N,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice overview and your of city! Belen was a wonderful tour guide. We saw all major sites of city and she was very knowledgeable and friendly!
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