Knights, Pilgrims, and Cathedrals: A Burgos Audio Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Echoes of medieval knights, Spanish royalty, and countless pilgrims reverberate across Burgos, where three UNESCO World Heritage sites converge. On this walking tour, you’ll find out how this Castilian stronghold shaped Spanish history while serving as a crucial stop on the Camino pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.

The tour starts at the stone Arch of Santa María, one of only two surviving medieval gates. You’ll discover why blood sausage defines local cuisine, how a constable’s widow became one of Europe’s most powerful women, and why Franco chose this city to declare the Spanish Civil War’s end. The tour ends back at the magnificent Gothic Burgos Cathedral, the city’s towering temple that took centuries to complete.

On this 90-minute walking tour, you’ll stroll where Spanish wool became Flemish tapestries, where royal marriages shaped European politics, and where pilgrims still pause on their ancient journey to the world’s end.

What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This self-guided audio tour starts in front of the Arco de Santa María. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    This self-guided audio tour starts at the stone Arch of Santa María, one of only two surviving medieval gates. You’ll trace a circular route through medieval squares, along tree-lined promenades, and up to castle viewpoints.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Consulado del Mar. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Statue of El Cid. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Casa del Cordón - Palacio del Condestable de Castilla. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Plaza Mayor. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Plaza Huerto del Rey. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Hostal Peregrinos. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Church of San Nicolás de Bari. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Arch of Fernán González. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Callejón de las brujas. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour ends back at the magnificent Gothic Burgos Cathedral, the city’s towering temple that took centuries to complete.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Best Conversion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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