Montevideo Old Town: Culture & Flavors Experience

Montevideo doesn’t rush you—and neither does this experience. Ease into the city’s soulful rhythm as you explore the cobbled streets of Ciudad Vieja, where every plaza, sculpture, and side alley whispers a piece of the city's 300-year-old story. Led by a multilingual local who guides like a friend, you’ll walk through Montevideo’s layered past and vibrant present—from colonial architecture and Afro-Uruguayan culture to modern street art and tucked-away cafés.

Pause mid-journey for a coffee break at a cherished local café, the kind where time slows and conversations stretch. Then, step inside La Vieja Telita, a hidden gem of a workshop where local artisans handcraft traditional Uruguayan instruments. This isn’t in the guidebooks—and that’s the point.

This experience isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about living Montevideo like a local, at a pace that lets you feel its pulse.

 
Highlights:
Explore Montevideo’s Ciudad Vieja with a passionate local guide
Travel through three centuries of history, from colonial times to today
Enjoy a relaxing stop at a traditional Uruguayan café
Get exclusive access to La Vieja Telita, a music workshop not open to the public
Intimate group size: private or capped at 8 guests for a personal experience
 
What is Priceless:
Hearing the rhythm of Uruguay being shaped by hand in a quiet artisan workshop
Sipping café con leche where locals gather daily
Feeling like a temporary local in a city that welcomes slowly
 
Unique for Mastercard Cardholders:
Exclusive Access to La Vieja Telita: Step into a working music studio where local craftspeople build traditional instruments—off the beaten path and rich in culture.
A Local’s Montevideo in Your Inbox: After the tour, receive a personalized list of 5 local favorites—quirky cafés, hidden galleries, and secret spots—shared only with Mastercard guests.