General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Montevideo |
| Country | Uruguay |
| Currency | Uruguayan peso |
| Main religion | Roman Catholicism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.4% |
| Gdp | $59.332 billion |
| Size | 176,215 km² |
| Population | 3,518,552 |
| Population density | 20.6/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.11 |
| City population | 93.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 10∘C |
| Summer | 23∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Spanish |
| Population able to read | 98.7% |
| Population with a college degree | 15.5% |
| Population able to speak english | 4.5% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 46 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 3.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | LATAM Uruguay |
| Main airport | Carrasco International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $3 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $400/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $40/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 22% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $20000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 20.18/MBits |
| Tld | .uy |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 75% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type L, Type I |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | MercadoLibre |
| Supermarket | Tienda Inglesa |
| Pharmacy | Farmashop |
| Drugstore | Farmacias San Roque |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Asado | A traditional Uruguayan barbecue featuring grilled meats such as beef, lamb, and sausage | $15-$25 |
| Chivito | A Uruguayan sandwich made with steak, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise | $10-$15 |
| Empanadas | Fried or baked pastries filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables | $2-$5 |
| Milanesa | A breaded and fried cutlet made with beef, chicken, or pork | $10-$15 |
| Pasta | Uruguayans love their pasta, and there are many different types to choose from, including gnocchi, ravioli, and lasagna | $10-$15 |
| Pizza | Uruguayan pizza is similar to Italian pizza, but with a few unique twists, such as the use of mozzarella cheese and a thicker crust | $10-$15 |
| Seafood | Uruguay has a long coastline, so seafood is plentiful and delicious | $15-$25 |
| Desserts | Uruguayans have a sweet tooth, and there are many delicious desserts to choose from, such as dulce de leche, flan, and alfajores | $5-$10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mate | A traditional herbal tea made from yerba mate leaves | 1-2 |
| Chimarrão | A strong, bitter tea made from yerba mate leaves, similar to mate but with a different preparation method | 1-2 |
| Medio y Medio | A cocktail made with equal parts white wine and sparkling water | 3-4 |
| Clericó | A refreshing punch made with white wine, fruit, and sugar | 4-5 |
| Tannat | A full-bodied red wine made from the Tannat grape, Uruguay’s national grape | 5-10 |
| Albariño | A light, crisp white wine made from the Albariño grape | 4-6 |
| Grappamiel | A sweet, fortified wine made from grape must and honey | 6-8 |
| Licor de Amargo | A bitter liqueur made from herbs and spices | 4-6 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mate and bombilla | Traditional tea-like beverage and straw | $10-$20 |
| Leather goods | Wallets, belts, jackets | $20-$100 |
| Wool products | Sweaters, scarves, blankets | $30-$100 |
| Ceramics | Decorative plates, bowls, vases | $15-$50 |
| Artwork | Paintings, sculptures, jewelry | $50-$500 |
| Wine | Tannat is the national grape | $15-$30 |
| Dulce de leche | Sweet caramel spread | $5-$10 |
| Alfajores | Cookie sandwiches filled with dulce de leche | $2-$5 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Epiphany | January 6 | Celebrates the visit of the Magi to the baby Jesus |
| Carnival | February or March | A lively festival with parades, music, and dancing |
| Holy Week | March or April | Commemorates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Independence Day | August 25 | Commemorates Uruguay’s independence from Brazil in 1825 |
| Constitution Day | July 18 | Commemorates the adoption of Uruguay’s first constitution in 1830 |
| Children’s Day | August 22 | Celebrates children and their rights |
| Day of the Races | October 12 | Commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | El País |
| Online news | El Observador |
| Tv | Teledoce |
| Radio | Radio Sarandí |