There is a magnificent building that used to be a hotel, then offices, finally apartments (the one in the picture) but there in the center lies their independence heroe´s mausoleum. Finally the modern palace of government. A plaza you must see.

This park is well-kept and surrounded by interesting architecture. It is considered the separation of the old and new city. Note, the town gate has its old facade as you approach the park. However, when viewed from within the park, the other side of the town gate is quite modern. This was a lovely spot to take a break!

A european-style plaza, with lots of historical buildings and old architeture. A place to know in Montevideo

Touring Montevideo and started our tour here at Plaza Independencia. The plaza is interesting but not that special, see the old town gate at the east end and the 1928 Palacio Salvo building at the west end, which was the tallest building on South America for decades at 29 floors.

I loved all the architecture. Also a must to wonder down to the tomb. You can then wonder down the streets that go beyond the old city gate to more fantastic architecture and more of the old city. Brilliant random graffiti in certain areas too.

Very nice place, right in front of our hotel. We just enjoyed walking around. Surrounded by very interesting buildings.

Do not expect something fancy here. If you want experience stepping back to 1970's and how Europe was in those days this is the right place. Actually whole Uruguay is a travel back in time. This plaza has some great old buildings which are a bit tired now and some brutal concrete buildings. It is a good insight to the... More

This is a great place to visit and explore. We took some of country visitors here for a little history of Uruguay. There are lots of sights in the area and it is nice to just walk around. Or just relax in the Plaza. There are several city bus lines that come by the Plaza, so getting to and from... More

Perhaps my favorite of all the main plazas we visited in Santiago, Buenos Aires and Rio. It still managed to project a grandeur and strength despite the presence of every architectural style and building material ever used (or so it seemed) including a 1960s glass monstrosity festooned with rusting AC units and a red brick Radisson Hotel. I loved it.