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The Silver Arm and the Goose Feather: History of the Foundation Tour
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Ricardo Petrissans
Duration
1h 30min
Meeting point
Plaza Zabala, Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo.
Languages
Spanish
From €5.00
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
Cancel for free up to 24 hours. We price match.
Overview
Zabala Square
Zabala Square, between Zabala, 25 de Mayo, Solis and 1° de Mayo Streets. Statue of Zabala, in the center of the square.
Zabala and 25 de Mayo
Zabala Street corner 25 de Mayo, north sidewalk, the Founder's house. The first fort, the first defense of the city.
Corner of 25 de Mayo and Solís
25 de Mayo corner Solis, south sidewalk. The house of the forgotten founder, the one who designed colonial Montevideo.
Matriz Square
We arrive at the Plaza Matriz. The oldest square in Montevideo. The first church, the first cemetery, the first fountain, the first pillory of justice.
The Cabildo
Where the first Constitution was sworn, the alchemical fountain of Ferrari, the mysteries of colonial Montevideo.
Millán's Ditch (underground of the Plaza Matriz)
The second defensive line of Montevideo, dug by the Tapes Indians.
Metropolitan Cathedral
Interior, baptismal font, tombs of the builders of the Republic, relics of the Apostles San Felipe and Santiago.
Constitution Square
Place of the swearing in of the Constitution and of the first assassination of Uruguay. The Cabildo and Governor's Office.
Zabala Square, between Zabala, 25 de Mayo, Solis and 1° de Mayo Streets. Statue of Zabala, in the center of the square.
Zabala and 25 de Mayo
Zabala Street corner 25 de Mayo, north sidewalk, the Founder's house. The first fort, the first defense of the city.
Corner of 25 de Mayo and Solís
25 de Mayo corner Solis, south sidewalk. The house of the forgotten founder, the one who designed colonial Montevideo.
Matriz Square
We arrive at the Plaza Matriz. The oldest square in Montevideo. The first church, the first cemetery, the first fountain, the first pillory of justice.
The Cabildo
Where the first Constitution was sworn, the alchemical fountain of Ferrari, the mysteries of colonial Montevideo.
Millán's Ditch (underground of the Plaza Matriz)
The second defensive line of Montevideo, dug by the Tapes Indians.
Metropolitan Cathedral
Interior, baptismal font, tombs of the builders of the Republic, relics of the Apostles San Felipe and Santiago.
Constitution Square
Place of the swearing in of the Constitution and of the first assassination of Uruguay. The Cabildo and Governor's Office.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Gateway of the Citadel
On arrival
We will meet at the appointed time at the Plaza Zabala in the Old Town, on the Durango Ring Road. If necessary, a guide will be available to pick up participants half an hour in advance.
Things to note
as this is a walking tour at moderate speed, with rests, we recommend comfortable shoes, warm clothes in winter and hydration element.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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