Torre Antel

Montevideo


For great views out across the city, take the elevator to the top of Montevideo’s most dramatic modern skyscraper.


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0.44 MILES

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3. Museo del Gaucho

0.99 MILES

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4. Palacio Salvo

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5. Plaza Independencia

1.03 MILES

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6. Mausoleo de Artigas

1.04 MILES

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8. Puerta de la Ciudadela

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