Montevideo Feature   Safety & Precautions  Although Montevideo
doesn't have the problems with crime that larger cities in South
America do, it's best to watch your wallet in crowded markets,
and to avoid walking down deserted streets at night. Most of
Montevideo's residents stay up quite late, so the streets are
usually full of people until 1 am. The city bus authority
discourages boarding empty buses at night. Look for the helpful
tourist police decked out in blue berets and yellow vests that
say "policía turística". They patrol Avenida 18 de Julio, the
Ciudad Vieja, and the Mercado del Puerto. Most are bilingual or
can round up a colleague who is. Some are accompanied by canine
members of the force decked out in matching yellow jackets.
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