Once you’ve made it into Uruguay, the best way to get around is by renting a car. Roads throughout the country are generally pretty good, although some stretches of highway in the country and roads in smaller cities can get pretty rough. Rural roads are often unmarked, and the highways are not lit, so it is important to use caution when driving at night.

If you decide to drive keep in mind that US licenses are accepted, and seat belts and headlights must be used at all times. It is prohibited to use a cellular phone while driving. Children under 12 years of age must ride in the back seat. Traffic can get pretty heavy in the city, so make sure you always drive with caution, especially due to the large number of motorcyclists on the road.

Since rental cars can be a bit pricey, some decide to travel using taxis or buses. In Montevideo buses cost about 15 pesos, which is equivalent to 60 cents US. Most locals use buses because they are efficient and often run late into the evening. Taxis are more expensive, but they are faster and better if you do not know exactly where you are going.

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