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Free Tour Elche: From the Iberians to the Reconquest
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Free Tour Elche
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Plaza Glorieta, Elche
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Join a fascinating journey through the history of Elche, a melting pot of civilizations where every corner holds a millenary memory. From Iberian art to treasures recognized by UNESCO, this route will allow you to understand the true essence of the city.
Our itinerary:
- Millenary Origins: we will start in front of the Lady of Elche in the Glorieta, analyzing the Iberian art and the birth of the city.
- Medieval Elche: In the City Hall and the squares of Baix and Dalt, we will discover the urban evolution and the secrets that keeps the town hall.
- The Inheritance of Al-Andalus: We will cross the old wall to immerse ourselves in the Muslim Elche, supported by the archaeological sites that still tell us about that past.
- Baroque Splendor: We will visit the Basilica of Santa Maria, a key piece to understand the modern era and the place where the famous Misteri d'Elx comes to life.
- Historical Oasis: We will finish in the surroundings of the Parque de los Patos to explain the cultural importance of the Palmeral, the largest palm forest in Europe.
Our itinerary:
- Millenary Origins: we will start in front of the Lady of Elche in the Glorieta, analyzing the Iberian art and the birth of the city.
- Medieval Elche: In the City Hall and the squares of Baix and Dalt, we will discover the urban evolution and the secrets that keeps the town hall.
- The Inheritance of Al-Andalus: We will cross the old wall to immerse ourselves in the Muslim Elche, supported by the archaeological sites that still tell us about that past.
- Baroque Splendor: We will visit the Basilica of Santa Maria, a key piece to understand the modern era and the place where the famous Misteri d'Elx comes to life.
- Historical Oasis: We will finish in the surroundings of the Parque de los Patos to explain the cultural importance of the Palmeral, the largest palm forest in Europe.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Restaurant El Raval
- Torre de la Calaforra
- Palau dels Altamira
- Basílica de Santa Maria
On arrival
The meeting point is Plaza Glorieta, Elche.
Things to note
Tours will be small, we will be able to constantly adapt to the needs of tourists
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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