Centro, Montevideo

Centro is a barrio (neighbourhood or district) of Montevideo, Uruguay. Being the city's downtown area, it forms part of its central business district, along with the neighboring areas of Cordón and Ciudad Vieja. The neighborhood stretches from Plaza Independencia to the City Hall esplanade, with 18 de Julio Avenue as its main artery. It is home to key administrative buildings, entertainment venues, commercial spaces, and cultural landmarks, making it a vital hub for both business and tourism in the city. It is also known for its preserved European architecture.

It was the first neighborhood established outside the city walls following the demolition of the fortress in the early 19th century, which is why it was initially referred to as the Ciudad Nueva (Spanish for 'New City') as opposed to the Ciudad Vieja (Spanish for 'Old City'). It is politically located in the Municipality B, in the southwestern part of the Montevideo Department.