Argentina, Uruguay · City Tours

Montevideo Day Trip from Buenos Aires with Lunch and Transfers

10 Hours Round trip from Buenos Aires Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic ferry crossing between Buenos Aires and Montevideo
  • 02 Guided city tour through Montevideo’s old and new sectors
  • 03 See Teatro Solis, Plaza Independencia, and Palacio Salvo
  • 04 Enjoy a typical lunch in Montevideo
  • 05 Free time for shopping in Punta Carretas
  • 06 Round-trip transfers and ferry tickets included

Cross the Río de la Plata for a full-day escape from Buenos Aires to Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital. Travel by ferry, enjoy lunch in the city, and discover Montevideo’s mix of historic landmarks, cultural highlights, and waterfront character on a guided city tour.

Your day includes visits through both the old and new sectors of the city, with stops around Teatro Solis, Plaza Independencia, and Palacio Salvo, plus free time in Punta Carretas for shopping before returning to Buenos Aires in the evening. With ferry tickets, transfers, and lunch included, it’s an easy way to experience another country in a single day.

Cross the Río de la Plata for a full-day escape from Buenos Aires to Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Buenos Aires, Montevideo
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

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.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Buenos Aires 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • City sightseeing tour
  • Ferry Tickets
  • Lunch

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Guide assistance except during city tour

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Possession of proper government issued documentation is the responsibility of the passenger. You may require additional documentation to enter Uruguay. A Uruguayan visa may be required for some nationalities; check your home country requirements for entering Uruguay.
  • Passport number, date of birth, nationality and complete name are required to complete the reservation process for this tour
  • We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Buenos Aires, AR
Tour start
Buenos Aires, AR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in Buenos Aires.

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