Guided Tour - Medieval Basin + Monuments

4.9 (18 reviews) Cuenca, Spain
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Duration3h 30m
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LanguagesSpanish
Group sizeUp to 55 travelers

Overview

This route is ideal to get lost, while learning its history, through the streets of Cuenca.

From the viewpoint located behind the Arco de Bezudo, we will go down the gorges of the Huécar river and the Huécar river, letting ourselves be duped by its streets, buildings, people, monuments, up to the Plaza de la Merced and the Torre de Mangana.

Once there we will walk the path to the famous Hanging Houses, to talk about the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art, named for the first abstract art museum located in Spain (we will not access the interior).

Afterwards, we will direct our steps to the cathedral, where we will visit the interior of the first Gothic temple in Spain and its triforium.

What's included

  • Entrance fees to the cathedral
  • Experienced guide

What to expect

  1. Catedral de Cuenca
    10m
    First church that is built in the city of Cuenca
  2. Catedral De Cuenca
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    You will discover the great beauty and architectural importance that had, and has, the cathedral of Cuenca for the European and Spanish Gothic. You will be amazed knowing the secrets, details and art inside, as well as visiting the cloister, the outer courtyard facing the sickle of the Huécar River and you will have the possibility of climbing to its unique triforium, being able to contemplate the central nave and its rose window.
  3. Casas Colgadas
    45m
    Apart from discovering the history of one of the most important symbols of Spain, you will discover its interior by visiting the first inaugurated museum of abstract art in Spain. In it the guide will make a splendid tour of the works of Antonio Saura, Gustavo Torner or Fernando Zóbel, among other great artists.
    You can not lose this!
  4. 10m
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  5. Arco de Bezudo
    10m
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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the penultimate stop of the L2 bus, after passing the Arco de Bezudo, you will find a wooden booth, where they sell soft drinks, ice cream, etc., which is located in a viewpoint with olive trees. There we will begin the visit and you will distinguish the guide by his Tempus Cuenca clothing.

End point

After finishing the guided tour of the old town, next to the Hanging Houses, we will have rest time before starting the visit in the Cathedral.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The use of a mask is mandatory

Cancellation policy

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

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4.9 (18)

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