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Salamanca – Famous City with Lots of Gorgeous Attractions
Spain is rich in various distinct places – Salamanca is among such. This small yet very distinct city offers an unforgettable journey to the past. At the same time, it also leaves room for exploring various modern attractions, especially cultural ones. You can gain diverse experiences during your Salamanca walking tours.
Spots to See in Salamanca
If you are interested in getting to this amazing city, here are the first places to recommend:
Plaza Mayor
This is the central square of Salamanca where you can perceive the unique vibe of this city. Even more – this square is considered to be one of the most beautiful ones in the country! There are so many architectural sights here, most of them are in the Baroque style. What is also good is that the square is located right in the city center. There are lots of amazing local shops and cafes with stunning views here.
New Cathedral (Catedral Nueva)
This is a magnificent example of architecture that combines organically Gothic and Baroque styles. It has quite intricate facades and very impressive interiors. This is a definite must-have to see if you visit Salamanca. What is good is that this stunning place is located right in the city center.
Old Cathedral (Catedral Vieja)
This is an old Romanesque church that has a gorgeous bell tower. You can also see very intricate frescoes here. This building is a definite must-have to visit since it reflects the medieval past of Salamanca. It is located in the city center.
Casa de las Conchas
This is quite unusual place not just because of its architecture that is splendid by default. This is also a historic building that hosts a public library nowadays. The latter has pretty amazing interiors. The façade of the building is intricate as well – it is covered by 300 scallop shells! This is definitely a worthy example of Gothic architecture that is located in the city center.
University of Salamanca (Universidad de Salamanca)
This is a distinct spot since this university is located in the building of the 13th century! This is actually one of the oldest universities in Europe! Take time to look at its façade and don't forget to visit the sculpture of a frog. What is also good is that this university is located just near the city center, easily reachable on foot.
Go to these splendid places during your free tours in Salamanca and enjoy.
Practical Tips Helping to Arrange Your Future Tour Better
Salamanca can be reached easily and conveniently. There is a Salamanca Airport located 14 km away from the city center. It takes only around 20 minutes to reach the city center from this airport. The short journey will cost you only around €3. There is also the Salamanca Railway Station which is also only 2 km away from the city center and can be easily reached even on foot.
Our free walking tours in Salamanca typically take around 2 hours with the longer options lasting for 3 or 6 hours! The duration of a concrete tour depends on the number of chosen attractions. These tours are available in English or Spanish. Review our website to find out more – we steadily add new options as well as upgrade the existing ones. Many of our customers have already enjoyed these tours and shared with us this type of feedback:
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Salamanca is a Spanish city with a rich cultural and historical heritage. It is small but offers plenty of attractions. See them during your Salamanca city tour but beware of falling in love with this amazing city. It remains forever in the hearts of many tourists who came here once. Pick your tour and enjoy it too!
