Dating from the end of the nineteenth century, this square is named after Mauricio de ZABALA (1682 – 1736). Born in a place called Zabala in the outskirts of Durango in Vizcaya, Spain, he was named “Capitán general del Río de la Plata” in 1717 and, ten years later, he built a fort in 1727 in order to defend the... More

Also known as the Museo de Artes Decorativas, this fabulous mansion that occupies its own city block was a highlight of our trip to the Ciudad Vieja. And it's free! You can't go wrong. More

I was amazed by the Palacio Taranco. The mansion is well-maintained, welcoming and has great works of art! I was able to walk in the garden and really experience the full quality of the home. Amazing. The experience reminded me of walking through one of Antonio Gaudi´s creations in Barcelona. More

This house sends you back to the early 20th century, when Montevideo was a wealthy, bustling city. The Palacio has most of the original furnishings and decorations, and it feels much more like a house than a museum. I especially liked the amazing art nouveau glass throughout the house. Plus, when we went it was free! The interpretive information is... More