Free Monumental Tour of Avila

Discover Avila with a walking tour of its impressive city walls, its medieval history, and unique places such as the cathedral and the convent of Santa Teresa, an unforgettable experience!

Things to do Free Monumental Tour of Avila

Join a fascinating walking tour of Avila and let yourself be enveloped by its medieval essence, its religious legacy, and its heritage jewels. We start in the Plaza de Santa Teresa, where you will meet the key figure of the city. We will walk through the viewpoint of the Paseo del Rastro, with unique views of the valley and the wall. We will visit the Basilica of Santa Teresa, built on the site of her birthplace. We continue to the Plaza del Corral de Campanas, a charming corner with historical secrets, and from there to the Palacio de los Superunda, witness of centuries of history, and the nearby Palacio de los Guzmanes, symbol of the noble power of Avila. We stop at the Plaza de Pedro Dávila, with its emblematic manor house, before entering the heart of the city: the Plaza del Mercado Chico, ancient Roman forum and nerve center of local life. We will explore the exterior of the Cathedral of Avila, the first Gothic cathedral in Spain, and end at the imposing Basilica of San Vicente, a jewel of Romanesque architecture and the place of martyrdom of Saints Vicente, Sabina, and Cristeta. A route full of history, art, and legends that will make you see Avila with new eyes.

Included

Church and birthplace of Saint Teresa of Jesus

San Vicente de Ávila

Torreon de los Guzmanes

Catedral de Ávila

Paseo del Rastro Defensive Wall

La Palomilla de Avila

Palace of Superunda

Palacio de los Dávila

Plaza Mercado Chico

Guía oficial es español

Meeting point

Plaza de Santa Teresa de Jesús, junto a la estatua de la "Palomilla"

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