Explore Montevideo's stunning Old City with a private expert guide — colonial plazas, Art Deco facades, hidden courtyards — culminating in a behind-the-scenes tour of the magnificent Teatro Solís, South America's oldest active opera house.
What to expect
Begin at the ornate Puerta de la Ciudadela, the last remnant of the colonial fortress, and wind through the cobblestone streets of Ciudad Vieja past the Metropolitan Cathedral, Palacio Taranco, and the neoclassical Municipal Palace. Your expert guide narrates the city's architectural evolution — Spanish colonial to Art Deco to Modernist — with anecdotes that bring each façade to life. Arrive at Teatro Solís for a guided backstage tour: the gilded auditorium, the painted ceiling, the original machinery beneath the stage. End at a nearby café for mate and medialunas.
Good to know
Ciudad Vieja is a 10-minute taxi from the port (~USD 5). Teatro Solís guided tours run on a fixed schedule — confirm times when booking your private guide. Allow 3–4 hours total. Wear flat shoes; cobblestones are uneven.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Montevideo — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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