About Mercado Agricola Montevideo

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Literally translated as Agricultural Market of Montevideo, this landmark building with its impressive architecture will stun you with its sheer array of fresh fruits and vegetables; plants and flowers; cured meats and natural products; kitchenware, design goods, jewelry, and books. It celebrated its centennial year in 2013. With over 100 stalls, an uncountable number of restaurants and crowds milling all day through, this is the perfect place to bite into a chivito, Uruguay's national food, have a bowl of paella or drink a traditional Yerba Mate tea. Live cultural shows, gastronomy workshops, and science demonstrations add to the overall experience. Don't miss out. 

Must See

  • The Machine Museum/Museo de Máquinas (in the basement of the market)
  • Illuminated market at night
  • Cultural events, live music, and dance shows
  • A colorful array of fresh produce up for sale
  • Different souvenir stalls
  • The marvelous architecture of the rooves

How to reach

Tres Cruces to Mercado Agricola (2.9 km)

By taxi – 4 minutes for 130 - 160 UYU

On foot – 28 minutes

Tips

  • If visiting the market in the evening, taking a taxi would be preferable, keeping safety in mind.
  • Take care of your valuables while moving through the crowds. 
  • Saturdays are the most crowded days of the market.
  • Free, clean and hygienic washrooms are available.
  • Usually, the place comes to life around 11 a.m., the crowd swells in the afternoon.
  • This is one place to pick up mementos for friends and family back home.
  • Apart from souvenirs and cheese, some fine quality wines are available.
  • If you are short on time, it would be better to keep a check as it is easy to lose track of time.

Visit Time

Sunday:                9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday:               9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Tuesday:              9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Wednesday:        9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Thursday:            9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday:                 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday:             9 a. m. to 10 p.m.

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 11.17°C

 

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