Segovia Cathedral and Alcázar Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Segovia Cathedral's Gothic architecture
- Discover Alcázar's royal history
- Enjoy scenic views of Segovia's aqueduct
- Stroll through Segovia's charming old town
- Experience Spain's rich cultural heritage
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Segovia Cathedral
- Visit to Alcázar of Segovia
- Round-trip transportation from Madrid
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Starting from Madrid, we will head to Segovia, a small city that will surprise us from the moment we get off the bus. Those who have chosen the option “on your own” will be able to enjoy the city at their own pace. The guide will inform you of the meeting point and the exact time of return to Madrid, so that you can organize your time with total convenience. This option includes the entrance to the Cathedral, allowing you to visit it on your own during your stay in Segovia. For those who have chosen “with Cathedral and Alcázar” and “with Alcázar”, the guided walking tour will begin at the imposing Aqueduct of Segovia, one of the best-preserved Roman engineering works in the world, dating back more than 2,000 years. You will discover how it was built without cement and the route that the water took to reach the heart of the city.
Pass by: From there, we will walk up to the Plaza Mayor, enjoying the charm of historic streets and iconic monuments such as the Casa de los Picos, with its 617 granite peaks, and the Plaza Medina del Campo, where you will find the Church of San Martín, built in 1117, and the Lozoya Tower, which you can visit at your own pace and from which you will have breathtaking views of Segovia.
Once we arrive to the Plaza Mayor we will find different monuments that will impress us, such as the Town Hall, the Juan Bravo Theatre and the Cathedral of Segovia, where those who have purchased the “with Cathedral and Alcázar” option will have a complete guided tour of its interior. At the end of the visit to the Cathedral you will have some free time to enjoy Segovia at your leisure.
At the appointed time, we will meet again at the Plaza Mayor. It will be time to head towards the Alcázar of Segovia, one of the most famous and well preserved medieval castles in the world. The Alcázar probably reminds you of some Disney castles, as its exterior architecture served as inspiration for some of Walt Disney's films, such as Cinderella's Castle or the Queen's Castle in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour's departure time and location in advance.
- Be aware that the tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Note that meals and beverages are not included; plan accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring Segovia's cobblestone streets.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and landscapes.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day's conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- The duration of the tour may be increased by up to half an hour, depending on the size of the group.
- Please keep in mind that the excursion includes several visits on foot, comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination.
Traveler reviews
Nice tour
Good experience Tour guide is super friendly and professional A bit rushy for a half day tour, i would suggest a one day tour for Segovia
Amazing! Stunning views.
Great tour! Mateo was very knowledgeable and helpful. Awesome views!
5 star guide
I appreciated the smooth ride and Mateo our guide was awesome. He kept the group together and focused.
They were not prepared.
I cannot comment on the actual tour experience so much as my own personal experience with the tour. While walking with the tour group up to the Palace of Alcazar, I unfortunately fell and fractured my foot. I was able to make my way to the front of the castle and get a taxi down to the place where the buses were to meet since I could not complete the tour. However, after that, two incidents occurred that really concerned me. First, I saw our bus coming down the road and attempted to get it to stop. Despite knowing I was part of the tour and seeing me clearly hurt, the bus driver drove past and made me walk another 100 meters on my broken foot telling me "I can't stop there" once I finally reached the bus. Then, when the bus finally dropped off the tour group at the end, the staff left...leaving me to walk up two flights of stairs and another 200 meters across a city park to the nearest street hopping on one foot and dragging my broken foot behind me. It was a pretty horrible experience overall. While I understand there was a whole group to take care of on these tours...when someone is clearly hurt there needs to be a plan in place. The indifference they showed knowing I was clearly hurt and still dropping me off where they did with no help at all really concerned me.
Amazing experience
Mariana was amazing, very knowledgeable and friendly. We had plenty of time to take pictures and it was a beautiful afternoon Highly recommend