Vejer de la Frontera: The White Pearl of Andalusia Audio Guide

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1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore Vejer de la Frontera on a self-guided walking tour through one of Spain’s best-preserved frontier towns. Starting at Los Remedios Park, you’ll discover the town’s rich history, from ancient bluefin tuna techniques to the influence of Phoenicians and Moors. As you walk, enjoy stunning views from Mirador de La Cobijada, learn about Vejer’s unique ties with Morocco, and visit iconic landmarks like Iglesia Divino Salvador and Plaza de España. The tour concludes at La Plazuela Square, offering a deep dive into Vejer’s culture, architecture, and traditions. This hour-long tour will show you why Vejer is a true Andalusian gem!

What's Included

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour ends near the Old Saint Franciscan Convent

End point

The tour ends near Helvetia Seguros, an insurance company in Vejer de la Frontera, Spain.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Pass through this historic gate that once marked the main entrance to the walled town, a key defensive point during Vejer’s history.

    Admission ticket free
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    Admire this elegant 18th-century mansion from the outside, now divided into private residences, showcasing Vejer's aristocratic past.

    Admission ticket free
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    Stroll through this picturesque square, often compared to Seville’s Plaza de España, with its blend of Andalusian and Moorish influences.

    Admission ticket free
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    View this imposing 18th-century tower, originally part of the Mayorazgo estate, now a private home with a traditional Andalusian patio.

    Admission ticket free
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    Walk alongside the remains of Vejer’s medieval walls, which protected the town during periods of conflict between Christians and Moors.

    Admission ticket free
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    Pass by this impressive church, built atop a former mosque in the 1400s, symbolizing Vejer’s transition from Moorish to Christian rule.

    Admission ticket free
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    See the exterior of this ancient fortress, which displays a mix of architectural styles reflecting centuries of religious and military conflict.

    Admission ticket free
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    Pause at this statue honoring La Cobijada, a veiled figure symbolic of Vejer’s traditions and once the subject of local controversy.

    Admission ticket free
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    Stroll along this scenic street, offering panoramic views over the surrounding countryside and a glimpse into daily life in Vejer.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Walk through this narrow, winding alley of Vejer’s former Jewish Quarter, steeped in centuries of history and culture.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total activity duration is the time to walk from the starting point to the endpoint
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Cancellation Policy

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

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