Free Walking Tour of Astorga
Free Walking Tour of Astorga
You'd be forgiven for thinking that you were in Barcelona and not in the province of León, because the presence of modernist architect Antonio Gaudí is as obvious in the city of Astorga as it is in Catalonia. You'll see this, and much more, on this incredible tour. First, we'll meet at the indicated time in Plaza Eduardo de Castro, opposite the Episcopal Palace of Astorga, a neo-gothic treasure designed by no other than Gaudí himself.
You'll find out about what inspired Gaudí to design this palace and much more, while you admire the façade, our expert guide will tell you about the buildings and different interesting facts. Just a few metres away, you'll also be able to admire the baroque façade of the Santa María Cathedral, which is an unmissable stop for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago route.
The free walking tour will continue towards Plaza de España, where you'll see the Astorga City Hall, another architectural gem. You'll be able to appreciate the clock, which has two interesting figures on it. You'll find out all about them on the tour!
We'll also go past the Roman ruins and the ancient walls of Astorga, where you'll learn about the Legio X Gemina legion of the Roman Army and about the 19th-century Napoleonic wars. There, we'll say our goodbyes after an hour and 15 minutes of touring.
Please Note
- This free tour of Astorga is not available for groups of over 6 people.
- On this tour, we will not enter any of the monuments, rather our tour guide will tell you all about them from outside.
More Information
Duration
1h 15m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Spanish.
Included
Spanish–speaking guide
Not included
Tips
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Ganda Turismo
Corporate name: Ganda Turismo CB
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
If you are not able to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.Plaza Eduardo de Castro
Where does the activity end?
The Roman city wall of Astorga