Traveler Services

ELECTRICITY:

SCHEDULE:

Voltage: 220 V
Frequency: 50 Hz

Plug Types:

Type C: Two round pins (European standard)
Type F: Two round pins with ground (Schuko)

Traveler Recommendations:

Most hotels and buildings use Type C and F plugs.
If your devices are 110–120 V (USA, Canada, Japan), check that they are dual voltage (100–240 V).
Generally, you only need a plug adapter, not a transformer, for cell phones, laptops, and cameras.

It is recommended to bring a universal adapter.

Time:
Uruguay uses the UTC-3 time zone. Daylight Saving Time is not currently observed.
Businesses in Montevideo generally open between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM and close between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Banking hours are from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Shopping malls are typically open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, although some stores may close earlier on weekdays.

AIRPORT:

MOBILITY WITHIN THE CITY:

Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
– The main international airport serving Montevideo. It is located in Ciudad de la Costa, about 19 km from the city center. It is connected to the city by taxis, public transport, and shuttle services. Wikipedia. Wikipedia

Public Transportation:
• Montevideo has an extensive network of city buses that covers almost the entire city; fares are paid upon boarding or with rechargeable cards. Uruguay

Taxis and Apps:
• Traditional metered taxis and apps like Uber or Cabify offer a convenient way to get around. 1001TravelTips.com

Bicycles and Walking:
• The coastal Rambla is ideal for walking or cycling—many sections are flat and safe during the day. Uruguay

ARRIVAL AND TRANSPORT:

CURRENCY AND EXCHANGE:

Airport transportation:
• Authorized taxis and ride-hailing services (e.g., Uber and Cabify) are available outside the terminal. 1001TravelTips.com
• Shared buses and transfers can be cheaper; check with your hotel. 1001TravelTips.com

Currently, the coins and banknotes are:

Coins:
$1, $2, $5, $10, and $50 pesos

Banknotes:
$20, $50, $100, $200, $500, $1,000, and $2,000 pesos

Local currency: Uruguayan peso (UYU).. Intendencia de Montevideo
• Currency exchange offices and banks in tourist areas and the airport. Fleewinter
• ATMs available throughout the city for cash withdrawals. Fleewinter
• Credit cards are widely accepted; travelers are advised to notify their bank before traveling. Fleewinter

CONNECTIVITY AND USEFUL APPS:

TRAVELER INFORMATION POINTS:

ANTEL and Movistar sell prepaid SIM cards at the airport or in city stores. Comercio Internacional
• Apps to make your travels and exploration easier:

Public transport app for routes and schedules. Guía de Viaje Definitiva
App to easily find public restrooms. Guía de Viaje Definitiva
Food delivery apps like Glovo. Guía de Viaje Definitiva

Tourist Offices:
You can find complete brochures, maps, and free guides at official tourist information booths of the Montevideo City Hall.. Intendencia de Montevideo

Useful downloadable brochures include:
✔ Montevideo Tourist Guide
✔ City Map
✔ Museum Guides in several languages Montevideo City Hall Intendencia de Montevideo

TOURISM walking to fing.edu.uy:

Palacio Salvo – 57 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/S7tN9uokQwt7rz828
Parque Villa Dolores – 49 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/tXYrNM8kTpxCgY7S6
Mercado Agrícola de Montevideo – 1 hora y 2 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/QY1ErVCQu3qFxHFm6
Mercado Ferrando – 27 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/f4cmj8DfAryFCbB3A

Parque José Enrique Rodó – 7 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/q7JHLxgCYyKc9ypc6
Juegos del Parque Rodó – 6 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/1PxdUirQfe7e2a5Q8
Mirador panorámico de la Intendencia de Montevideo – 40 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rf1jWzEaSkAAQevg9
Mercado del Puerto – 1 hora y 12 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/XWb7H3S4NB9g1Ajg9
Mausoleo de José Gervasio Artigas – 58 caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/hVmAqyBLiJG8CGYXA
Puerta de la Ciudadela – 58 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9vRnVxfv81iaTgb6
Peatonal Sarandí – 58 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/rfYU5S2kLiHxARPd7
Teatro Solis – 57 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/JJsMWqQr36zHwKW67

HOTELS:

🏨 Hotels within walking distance fing.edu.uy:

Faculty of Engineering – University of the Republic (UdelaR)
Av. Julio Herrera y Reissig 565, 11300 Montevideo, Montevideo Department

https://maps.app.goo.gl/JQtGHNw737FFb6Kc6

Barrio: Parque Rodó

PALERMO

Hotel Ibis 3 ★★★– 28 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/i88nVjhSkHUsvK5GA

CIUDAD VIEJA

Hotel NH Montevideo Columbia 4 ★★★★- 57 min caminando -https://maps.app.goo.gl/hGmdhL8KLrg9Fj8CA
AXSUR Design Hotel 4 ★★★★- 57 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/EJTGPnFndKzVRdfN9
Don Hotel 4 ★★★★- 1hora y 11 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/6kNDJKoveyTJ3txD8
Puerto Mercado Hotel 4 ★★★★-1hora y 10 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/S48fkEfGsRT9G8dFA

ELLAURI

Mérit Montevideo 3 ★★★- 22 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/M3SHzVa6j6HX5sKx6
Hotel Montevideo 5 ★★★★★- 22 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/sUc4t7wR5MT8pZN97

POCITOS

Palm Beach Hotel 3 ★★★- 24 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/A6aFjBvaS97e9cH19
SORO Montevideo, Curio Collection by Hilton 4 ★★★★- 24 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/qQr95NJgk4EQp6HX8

27 Suites Apart Hotel 3 ★★★ – 25 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/hQqRaLC9vtrViJWm9
Hotel Costanero MGallery 5 ★★★★★ – 40 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/C7aoPfeQTh9tsxCg6

Hyatt Centric 4 ★★★★- 45 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Awx58SXPwhNe38y6

Pocitos Plaza Hotel – Hoteles en Montevideo 4 ★★★★– 21 min caminando https://maps.app.goo.gl/g3Zu13b4Ghq9MjGn6

CENTRO

Radisson Victoria Plaza Hotel 5 ★★★★★- 57 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/BAHfaMozcMPYYwA7A
Holiday Inn Montevideo by IHG 4 ★★★★- 57 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/P63VnMEkoz2aXmXa9
Hispano Hotel 3 ★★★- 53 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/EBpQuRPpJCF2ig2cA
Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes 4 ★★★★- 52 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZmfzpMYkxSWW9mym6
Smart Hotel 4 ★★★★- 52 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/zNjpRJ8jWxtKtRqY7
Sur Hotel 3 ★★★- 44 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/GHGUd77SWfuErijf6
London Palace 3 ★★★- 48 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/QutCXNxkUgHT6Gw18
Hotel América 3 ★★★- 48 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/VScURjZUvayanp1Q9
Hotel Oxford 3 ★★★- 47 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pw2kKSrgpaWec6DR7
Quijano Hotel – Aparts & Suites 4 ★★★★- 43 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/4bKGF9eaxo29HpWZA
Hotel Crystal Tower 4 ★★★★- 43 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/5rUTHVZu2UUKDRbE9
Hotel Europa 3 ★★★- 44 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/9E14NdsJDCBkb94r6

TRES CRUCES

Hotel Tres Cruces 3 ★★★- 43 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/RnXc9Z5mz6XpiGST8
Hotel Ciudadano Suites 4 ★★★★- 40 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Uiztby8n4T4AB26V8
Alfa Suites 4 ★★★★- 40 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/3WSayb4zuM9YiCuR9

PARQUE BATLLE

Regency Way Montevideo Hotel 4 ★★★★- 47 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Hew7t8akoFQZp5bR8

PUNTA CARRETAS

Dazzler Montevideo – Hotel 4 ★★★★ -10 min caminando. https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZQz4fCs12oic65Bk9
Punta Trouville Hotel 3 ★★★ – 25 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/JgUDKXsLBoHtJhTQ7
Bit Design Hotel 4 ★★★★– 15 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/b8hCysXRsqyhhaY47
Own Montevideo 4 ★★★★– 17 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/ho79CnDUDEMwn9hZ6
OPTA coliving 3 ★★★– 20 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/3rLkwXuNKEdr6TGh6
Mercure Montevideo Punta Carretas 4 ★★★★– 21 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/kTRKGcmF767TAQtA6
Cala Di Volpe Boutique Hotel 4 ★★★★– 21 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/vtc4QWsoELGGzg9u9
Regency Golf Hotel Urbano 4 ★★★★– 12 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/1R9A4xCYNTx48Az1A
Vivaldi Hotel Loft Punta Carretas 4 ★★★★– 15 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/PsMPDJGHqtGdqVev6
Hotel Ibis Styles Montevideo 3 ★★★– 15 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/JRXMJYuRadUmRshG8
Aloft Montevideo Hotel 4 ★★★★– 17 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/btLwNUyJrZ5GVSTg8
Hotel Gema Suites 4 ★★★★– 22 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/tAxgbKa7QWW5jEYr9
Sheraton Montevideo Hotel – Opción premium cercana. https://maps.app.goo.gl/dtaWtAJt5sGEouw96

RESTAURANT:

Rodelu – 9 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/9eKMAyV1zpKVVeWq9
McDonald’s- 9 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/SvqiA4i1nMVV51Nz8
Mercado Williman – 10 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Wxuse7SnbNak7PVNA
La Parrilla De Williman – 10 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/f6DoDYL8UDaRmq2Y6
Noa Noa – 16 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/QTrXHNs1v42Lv5tb8
Francis Restaurant – 9 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/2sinZLj5NfeUF9az5
HUGO SOCA – cocina casera – 16 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DhXWLQmXzonEQdb6
Rudy Burgers – 19 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/BGHw9X4bWBHKdTyZ9
El Viejo Sosa – 13 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/rVS2Jr7YaTXoFEdZA
La Pulpería – 11 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/dy1YawjfwkgvuwncA

CAFÉ:

Cantina Facultad de Ingeniería – 3 min caminando- https://maps.app.goo.gl/CXq1WYaEKsQz6QU9A
El Faro de Ingeniería – 4 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/hip7WZ8QTXWwpW5w5
Brownies Luis – 9 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/kYWJaRCFRmRxNbim9
Lumina – 12 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/V3YL3QAH8P8pGP3q8
Koffee Skates – 11 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/WVxqfKwc1GBNf99RA
Amado Cafetería – 11 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/kEQVWs6QAe6gCft96
The Lab Coffee Roasters | Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales – 9 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/HtqnEN3G2eSxvygf6
Escaramuza – 23 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Bd9ESzMLybsgfW7w6

BAKERY:

Panadería Panes – 2 min caminando- https://maps.app.goo.gl/m7PkWrTJuTJAQj8bA
Panadería 21 de Setiembre – 14 min caminando- https://maps.app.goo.gl/BerZXHpj6ZAdRYoK8
La Croissantería – 14 min caminando- https://maps.app.goo.gl/GxXZS8qkasXd1Aab8

MALL:

Punta Carretas Shopping – Horario: Todos los días de 10am – 10pm – 15 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/dPmULiGtdU4YnhKw7
Tres Cruces Shopping- Horario: Todos los días de 9am – 10pm – 42 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/HxBBdW6bDoBZBfWy6
Nuevocentro Shopping – Horario: Todos los días de 10am – 10pm – 1hora y 23 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/kL5wahw5ZBhrdVgN7
Montevideo Shopping – Horario: Todos los días de 10am – 10pm – 50 min caminando – https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DiphFhTkJXwmxRt7