Free Tour Monumental Plasencia: Cathedrals, Palaces & City Walls
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Join our Free Tour of Plasencia and discover the medieval past of this charming city in Extremadura. Explore the streets of its old town and discover its rich history, a must experience!
We are Ana and David.
We will start at the Fuente del Cabildo in the Cathedral Square. Did you know that Plasencia has 2 cathedrals? We will know the exterior of the New and the Old, learning its peculiarities from different points of view. Strolling through the streets we will be surprised by the Puerta de Trujillo with a view of the Wall and the Puerta de Trujillo. View that D. Joaquín Sorolla captured in a painting whose title is "The Market".
In the area of Knights and great lords two palaces: Palacio de los Monroy, also called Casa de las Dos Torres. This is one of the oldest stately buildings in Plasencia and where illustrious characters such as King Ferdinand the Catholic stayed and we will continue to the Palace of the Marquis of Mirabel.
Finally, we will approach the Plaza Mayor; the souk, the market, the life of the city. There we will say goodbye under the watchful eye of an illustrious placentino, Grandfather Mayorga.
Activity carried out by Official Tourist Guides with SICTED (Integral System of Spanish Tourist Quality in Destinations), which certifies the commitment to quality and excellence in service.
Meeting point
Fuente del Cabildo
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 45min
- Languages
- Spanish
- Usual start times
- 11:30, 17:00 (Plasencia time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 11 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 45min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Fuente del Cabildo. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 11 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:30 and 17:00. Times are local to Plasencia.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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