Montevideo Day Trip from Buenos Aires: Scenic Ferry, Lunch & City Tour

Buenos Aires Ferry Terminal
Hop aboard a ferry and enjoy a scenic 3-hour sightseeing cruise across the Rio de la Plata to Montevideo. Upon arrival at the port, capture spectacular views of the city and of Uruguay’s beautiful coastline.

Montevideo
You will be transfered to the city center of Montevideo.
Enjoy a delicious tipical lunch at El Fogón.

Montevideo
After lunch starts the city tour of Montevideo (1 hour and a half).
Truly a cultural capital in South America, this vibrant port city is home to many first-class singers and musicians.

Teatro Solis and surroundings
Visit famous landmarks in both the old and new city sectors, and stop at one of the main theaters -- the Solis Theater. Recently restored, this was one of the first theaters in South America and is a must-see when visiting Montevideo.

Plaza Independencia and surroundings
Travel to Plaza Independencia, one of the main squares in Montevideo boasting a famous marble statue of General José Gervasio Artigas, a well-known South American military leader and national hero.

Palacio Salvo
Take photos of Uruguay’s tallest building, the Palacio Salvo.

Punta Carretas
After the city tour and before leaving Montevideo, your guide will bring you to Punta Carretas, a famous shopping center, so you can go shopping and bring back souvenirs (Montevideo is the shopping capital of South America).

Buenos Aires Ferry Terminal
At 6 pm, meet your group at the end of your shopping tour to board a coach in the direction of the pier. At 7:15 pm, head back to Buenos Aires by ferry. When you dock in Buenos Aires, you’ll be transported to your hotel.