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Independence Square

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Open year round, 24/7
Recommended sightseeing time:1-2 hours
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3RV2+93P, Pl. Independencia, 11000 Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, UruguayMap
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  • Kevin S
    Kevin S
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    Large but unimpressive plaza

    A large plaza with a statue in the centre, the early impressively tall Palacio Salvo on one side, the good small museum in Palacio Esteve on another side. What is missing for a more lively functioning...

    Reviewed on May 25, 2024
  • Jean-Francois L
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    Nice place!

    Recently visited town and walked around this plaza. So much history here with lots to see. Highly recommend a walk through here.

    Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024
  • SnowyShasta
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    Central square in old town Montevideo

    We were staying in Montevideo and enjoyed a walk through the old town, including this main square of Plaza Indepencia. It has many other sights nearby, so it's likely that you'll see it if you're in t...

    Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024
  • Eaton_Out
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    Wonderful heart of the city

    We visited Independence Plaza while in port with a cruise line. This is the heart of the old town and where the presidential offices are located. By all means start your day here as a tourist. If you ...

    Reviewed on Mar 21, 2024
  • Christian M
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    Designed by a Soviet-Era Architect?

    Montevideo's Independence Square is - sorry, dear friends - as dreary a sight as most of the city's other "tourist attractions": An extremely traditional statue that could stand in any country, surrou...

    Reviewed on Mar 10, 2024
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