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What to do in Uruguay

Uruguay is a wonderful country in South America, and it’s filled with interesting destinations for you to visit. Culturally sophisticated and on the rise, Uruguay offers you and other travellers plenty of ways to experience off the beaten path moments in your trip.

If you love museums and historical sites, then you should fly to Montevideo. Let your culture vulture go wild and visit the Palacio Taranco, Museum of National History, Museo Blanes, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, and Museo de Historia del Arte. Are you a football fanatic? Then you can’t miss Museo del Fútbol.

See the stunning architecture of Palacio Legislativo, Castillo Soneira, and Castillo Pittamiglio. Get a fantastic view of Montevideo from the viewing deck of Torre de las Telecomunicaciones, and spend an arvo at the lovely Parque Prado.

Spend your days sunbaking, surfing, and swimming at the beaches of Punta del Este, La Paloma, Cabo Polonio, Piriapolis, and many more. Get closer to nature with camping at Santa Teresa National Park and exploring the Palace Cave. If you love bird watching or horseback riding, then Rocha’s estancias is for you. Don’t forget to hop on the chairlift to San Antonio Hill, and view the city from above.

Catch a football game at Estadio Centenario. Have a go at Tango in Montevideo. Taste the local cuisine and go on food trip in Uruguay, and go shopping in Lanas de Soriano and Feria de Tristan Narvaja. All these and more are just waiting for you in amazing Uruguay.

So what are you waiting for? Start planning your trip now, and get travel tips and ideas from this quick Uruguay travel guide. 

When to visit Uruguay

The best time to visit Uruguay is from January to early April and September to November, when you can enjoy the best weather.

But you can plan your trip whenever you want, because Australians can fly to Uruguay and travel around the country visa-free for up to 90 days. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months when you travel back to Australia. Check out Smartraveller too for more Uruguay travel info.

Travelling to and around Uruguay

You will be landing in Montevideo Carrasco International Airport. Go and travel around Uruguay by bus, taxi, train, and bicycle too.

If you dream about exploring South America, Uruguay is a fantastic place to start! Get your passport ready now and book your Uruguay flights with Skiddoo today.