Montevideo, Uruguay

Cruise Port

Montevideo

Capital and largest city of Uruguay.

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Overview

Montevideo is a cruise port in Uruguay. It lies on the coast at approximately -34.906, -56.184.

About Montevideo

Montevideo is the capital and largest city of Uruguay. As of the 2023 census, the city proper has a population of 1,287,452, making up about 36.8% of the country’s total population, in an area of 201 square kilometers (78 sq mi). Montevideo is situated on the southern coast of the country, on the northeastern bank of the Río de la Plata.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Montevideo — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Montevideo

The City
The City
PALACIO LEGISLATIVO
PALACIO LEGISLATIVO
Montevideo Teatro Solis 1030762PSD
Montevideo Teatro Solis 1030762PSD
Obelisco de los Constituyentes de
Obelisco de los Constituyentes de

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 28°C in Jan and coolest around 14°C in Jun (average daytime highs).

Jan
28°
20°
Feb
26°
19°
Mar
25°
19°
Apr
22°
15°
May
17°
12°
Jun
14°
9°
Jul
15°
9°
Aug
15°
9°
Sep
16°
11°
Oct
19°
13°
Nov
22°
16°
Dec
25°
18°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Montevideo the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Montevideo, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →