Montevideo Sights

  1. Casa Rivera

    The National Historical Museum consists of several dispersed Ciudad Vieja houses. The centerpiece is 19th-century Casa Rivera, the former home of Uruguay's first president and founder of the Colorado Party, Fructuoso Rivera. The collection of paintings, documents, furniture and artifacts traces Uruguayan history from indigenous roots through to independence.

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  2. Museo Romántico

    The National Historical Museum consists of several dispersed Ciudad Vieja houses. The 18th-century Museo Romántico is filled with paintings and antique furniture.

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  3. Museo Torres García

    This museum showcases the work of 20th-century Uruguayan painter Torres García and has revolving exhibitions featuring other contemporary artists.

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