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On this self-guided walking tour, you will enjoy highlights and humor in the university city of Salamanca—from a guide who has never left. Salamanca may be small, but Spain’s oldest university city has a long history. On this walking tour, Martoke will show you the tiny city’s highlights and share some of its quirky – and often humorous – stories.
I’ll share a few famous anecdotes about the square on this tour, including its bullfighting past. At Palacio de Monterrey (Monterrey’s Palace), I’ll explain how its symmetrical features make it a fine example of Renaissance architecture. When you reach Salamanca Cathedral, you’ll hear astonishing tales of what PhD candidates went through in the early 1300s. At the Convent of San Esteban, you’ll find out how the current Gregorian Calendar foundations were laid right here.
Salamanca may be a small city, but you can’t imagine the history it can tell! Join me, and we’ll discover it together.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start: Las Tapas de Gonzalo, Pl. Mayor, 23, 37002 Salamanca The tour starts in front of the town hall at the main square (Plaza Mayor). You can say at the south side of the square. To the right of a big arch which is almost in the middle of the facade.
The tour ends at the Saint Esteban convent.
Itinerary
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The tour begins in Plaza Mayor, the vibrant baroque-era market square of Salamanca. While passing by, any purchases or entry fees to attractions within the square are not included in the tour cost.
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Pass by Palacio de Monterrey, admiring its symmetrical features and Renaissance architecture. While walking by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Walk by Salamanca Cathedral and hear astonishing tales of its history from the outside. While passing by, any entry fees to visit the interior are not included in the tour cost.
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Reach the Convent of San Esteban, where you'll learn about its historical significance. While passing by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Pass by Iglesia de la Purísima and admire its architecture from the outside. While walking by, any entry fees or donations are not included in the tour cost.
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Stroll past Casa de las Conchas and appreciate its unique exterior adorned with shells. While passing by, any entry fees to visit the interior are not included in the tour cost.
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Walk by La Clerecía, also known as the Royal College of the Holy Spirit. While passing by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Pass by Scala Coeli, an old Carmelite convent, and learn about its history from the outside. While walking by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Discover the Frog of Salamanca, a small sculpture with a quirky legend attached to it. While passing by, any purchases or entry fees are not included in the tour cost.
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Pass by Patio de Escuelas Menores and admire its historical significance. While walking by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Admire El Cielo de Salamanca, a masterpiece of Renaissance art, from the outside. While passing by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Walk by the Ieronimus Tower, part of the Old Cathedral of Salamanca. While passing by, any entry fees to climb the tower are not included in the tour cost.
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Pass by Anaya Palace, a historic building in Salamanca. While walking by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Stroll past Convento de las Dueñas and learn about its history from the outside. While passing by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Pass by Monumento a Francisco de Vitoria, a statue honoring the Spanish philosopher. While walking by, any entry fees or guided tours are not included in the tour cost.
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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