Timeline
19:40
Grab a coffee or a quick bite at the Montevideo Shopping Center. With around 180 establishments, you will find plenty of options to fuel up while you wait for the light to change. It is just a short three-minute walk from the World Trade Center complex.
20:00
Step out into the square between the five towers of the World Trade Center. As the sun dips toward the WSW around 20:00, the golden light hits the glass facades of the skyscrapers, creating a dramatic backdrop. This is the heart of the complex, designed for both business and cultural events.
20:15
Head back inside the Montevideo Shopping Center to settle in. The upscale mall offers a calm contrast to the bustling city outside, allowing you to unwind after the sunset viewing.
Local tip
The shopping center is part of the World Trade Center complex, so you are never far from the main square. Check opening hours for specific cafes if you plan to stay longer than the golden hour.
Check before you go
- Verify the opening hours of your chosen cafe or shop within the Montevideo Shopping Center, as they vary by establishment.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Montevideo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).