Spain · Walking Tours

2-Hour Private Walking Tour of Salamanca with University Landmarks

2 Hours Round trip from Pl. Mayor Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the extraordinary facades of the historic buildings in Salamanca's university zone
02 Visit both the Old Cathedral and the New Cathedral of Salamanca
03 Explore Plaza Mayor, one of the most beautiful squares in Europe
04 See landmarks such as the Palace of Monterrey, La Clerecía, and the Shell House

Explore Salamanca's famous tourist attractions on a private walking tour through its historic centre. Begin at the Town Hall in the beautiful Plaza Mayor, then admire outstanding landmarks such as the Palace of Monterrey, La Purísima, the Clerecía church, the Shell House, and the Escuelas Mayores in the university zone. The route also includes the Old Cathedral and ends at Anaya Square, home to the New Cathedral.

Start from the Town Hall, located in one of the most beautiful squares in Europe: Plaza Mayor.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Salamanca

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Salamanca's Historic Centre and University Landmarks

Start from the Town Hall, located in one of the most beautiful squares in Europe: Plaza Mayor. After spending some time here and learning about the square's history, we will visit the Palace of Monterrey, a fine example of Plateresque architecture, and then make our way to the nearby Church of La Purísima.
At one end of La Compañía Street sits the private university La Pontificia, or the Pontifical University of Salamanca, as well as the Baroque-style Clerecía church and the Shell House, a Spanish landmark. In the university zone, we will admire the extraordinary facade of the main historic building, called the Escuelas Mayores, and walk in and around the two patios, Patio de Escuelas Menores and Patio de Escuelas Mayores.
Next, we will head to the Old Cathedral and admire its beautiful facade. We will also make our way to Anaya Square, home to the New Cathedral, where we will conclude this tour.