Most tourists flock to Montevideo, Uruguay, to enjoy the city’s culture, architecture, food, and friendly locals. However, once they are there, they also discover that Montevideo has some of the most beautiful parks in this part of the world. If you are looking to take a breather while exploring Montevideo or just want to enjoy calming nature, here are the spots to do so.
Parque Prado
Prado is the largest of all parks in Montevideo. It covers an area of 262 acres and is home to several gardens, including a Japanese garden and a rose garden containing more than 12,000 roses. The park also has two museums, Juan Manuel Blanes Museum and Professor Atilio Lombardo Museum, while housing the National Institute of Physical Climatology and its observatory.
Parque Rodó
Strolling through Parque Rodó is really something special. The green space is best known for its artificial lake, accompanied by a small castle that houses a library for children. It also has plenty of other points of interest, like retro theme park rides, theater, occasional art exhibitions, and more.
Parque Batlle
Parque Batlle is famous for having a 70,000-seat soccer stadium inside its borders. The Estadio Centenario was built for the inaugural 1930 World Cup and is now the only building in the world to be designated as a Historical Monument of World Football. If you are not a soccer fan, Parque Batlle also offers plenty of opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities like hiking and cycling.