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Free Tour Elche: History & Tradition with a Taste of Dates
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Romina
Duration
1h 30min
Meeting point
Plaça del parc,3
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
We will walk around the Municipal Park and see: the old Archaeological Museum, the Fuente de los Corales, an old flour mill from the 17th century and views of the Vinalopó River, among other places. We will talk about customs and date palms.
Then we will arrive at the historic center, where we will explain the history of the Palacio de Altamira or Alcázar de la Señoría and the remains of the medieval wall, which are part of the Archaeological and History Museum of Elche (MAHE). From there we will also talk, on the outside, about the Misteri Museum. The Misteri is an oral and immaterial work declared a World Heritage Site.
We will pass by an 11th century hammam until we reach the Town Hall. We will also see and talk about the famous replica of the "Lady of Elche". We will pass by the Convent of La Mercé, the watchtower "La Calahorra" and the Basilica of Santa Maria, where we will finish the tour.
Then we will arrive at the historic center, where we will explain the history of the Palacio de Altamira or Alcázar de la Señoría and the remains of the medieval wall, which are part of the Archaeological and History Museum of Elche (MAHE). From there we will also talk, on the outside, about the Misteri Museum. The Misteri is an oral and immaterial work declared a World Heritage Site.
We will pass by an 11th century hammam until we reach the Town Hall. We will also see and talk about the famous replica of the "Lady of Elche". We will pass by the Convent of La Mercé, the watchtower "La Calahorra" and the Basilica of Santa Maria, where we will finish the tour.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 2 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Palau dels Altamira
- Río Vinalopó Elche Alicante
- Parc Municipal
- Basílica de Santa Maria
Our Guides
Romina
On arrival
In front of the tourist office and the Municipal Park.
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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