Americas · Country guide
Uruguay
Currency, language, tipping etiquette, and how to get around Uruguay — plus every Tripzeeker itinerary covering the country.
Currency
UYU
Language
Spanish
Tipping
Customary
Region
Americas
Currency
Uruguay uses the Uruguayan Peso (UYU). Use Tripzeeker's currency converter to check live exchange rates before you travel.
Language
The main language is Spanish. A translation app or basic phrasebook goes a long way outside major tourist areas.
Tipping etiquette
10% in restaurants, often added automatically.
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Buses connect Montevideo and coastal towns; rental car for more flexibility.
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What currency does Uruguay use?
Uruguay uses the Uruguayan Peso (UYU). Tripzeeker's currency converter and tip calculator can help you budget in your home currency before you go.
What language is spoken in Uruguay?
The main language is Spanish. A translation app or basic phrasebook goes a long way outside major tourist areas.
Do I need to tip in Uruguay?
10% in restaurants, often added automatically.
How do you get around Uruguay?
Buses connect Montevideo and coastal towns; rental car for more flexibility.