Why visit
Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Uruguay at a glance
Country center
-33.0°, -56.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
181,034 km²
69,898 mi²
Country population
3.4 million
19/km²
Subregion
South America
Currency
Uruguayan peso ($)
UYU
Dial
+598
Language
Spanish
Demonym
Uruguayan
Internet
.uy
UN
Member state
ISO code
UY / URY
Where in the world
-33.0° · -56.0°
Uruguay
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Did you know
- Uruguay was the first country to legalize marijuana nationwide (2013) and has one of the world's most liberal abortion laws.
- Uruguayans drink more mate (yerba mate infusion) per capita than anywhere else: about 8 kg per person per year.
- Uruguay hosted and won the first FIFA World Cup in 1930.
Bordering Uruguay
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Montevideo
What currency is used in Montevideo?
Montevideo uses the Uruguayan peso ($), ISO code UYU.
What languages are spoken in Uruguay?
The primary language is Spanish.
What is the international calling code for Uruguay?
The calling code is +598.
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