Museo del Gaucho and Currency

A museum primarily about the culture and history of gauchos seems incongruous inside the magnificent neoclassical bank main hall, but who cares!? Free. Friendly staff. Nice bathrooms. And it made me curious to learn more.

We came across the Museo del Gaucho y de la Moneda by accident, while out on our own walking tour of Montevideo, and it was an interesting and enjoyable visit. We were welcomed by the staff and encouraged to explore the many exhibits, which describe the lifestyle and legacy of the South American gauchos, and we were particularly impressed by the level of detail provided, including the expansive collections of horse gear. Housed in the head office of the Banco República, the museum also has a substantial section detailing the development of currency units in Uruguay. It’s an eclectic space that offers a unique glimpse of Uruguay’s rich history.

Suck a beautiful building inside and out. A working bank and a guacho/money museum. Free entry and a very enjoyable walk through

A large crowd of tourist stood outside near the entrance with their tour guide. I entered the building by pressing my hands on the metal rod of the revolving door.The impressive former bank with marble, tall ceiling and Gaucho Museum shows the Culture of Uruguay. Vhuntermassage LLC

Museum in opulent 19th-century mansion, with statues, art, furniture & displays on ranching life. The South American cowboy, or “gaucho” is the focus of one collection at this museum, and the other depicts the history of Uruguay’s currency. This modest museum is housed in a marble showcase with incredible archetectural features. I can't add enough pictures to do it justice. Brought over as ballast these remarkable buildings are the true history of Montevideo. The Gaucho museum houses remnants of the legacy of Uruguayans. The craftsmanship, no - artisanship of a bolo, a knife, mere horse tact meticulously adorned into objects of fine art is unmatched. These physcial objects of the people's lives, carefully placed, and left to light their lives again as you pass by. Stop, reflect and appreciate this once awesome way of life.

It's free! Lovely staff and super cool art and exhibits. It was all in spanish, but the woman at the front counter told me to ask her if I had any questions. They're also apparently looking to get English translations in soon. I really loved it though. Their immersive black box on what it's like to experience gauchos for a day was so cool! The money element was fine.

Was really amazed by the quality of this museum. The exhibits were interesting, the building is beautiful, and the employees are helpful if you pose them questions. The gaucho video is beautiful. The entrance pamphlet is in English, but also having the other info translated would be helpful to those of us whose Spanish isn’t top-notch.

A very interesting museum of the city of Montevideo, housed in an extremely beautiful building of the 19th century. It combines the history of los gauchos and the monetary evolution. Entrance free of charge.