Guided tour: Cuenca + Cathedral
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Guided tour: Cuenca + Cathedral

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Overview

We will start in the colorful Plaza Mayor at the foot of the Cathedral of Santa María and San Julián. From this point we will head towards the Islamic fortress where we will see the remains of the palace of the Marquises of Cañete, the Torremangana, the synagogue and the wonderful balcony towards the Júcar gorge.

Surrounding the medieval walls of calle del Carmen we will head towards the stately homes of calle Alfonso VIII where the tunnels of Alfonso VIII and the Casa del Corregidor are located. We will stroll through its back to admire the oldest skyscrapers in Europe,

We will feel the vertiginous landscape adaptation of the fortification from the balconies of the Hoz del Huécar next to the San Pablo bridge and the Hanging Houses.

To finish our tour we will visit the Cathedral of Cuenca.

Its stained glass windows, its chapels, its history, and its spectacular views from the viewpoint of its cloister towards the Hoz del Huécar, make this an essential guided tour.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

All fees and/or taxes

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Mirando pa Cuenca store, next to the Cathedral of Cuenca.

Good to know

Teach your voucher to the guide or at the store that we have at the meeting point (Calle Larga 41).

What to expect

  1. Casas Colgadas

    20 min

    Example of the popular architecture of Cuenca and emblem of the city of Cuenca.

  2. Museo de Arte Abstracto Espanol

    25 min

    Founded by the prestigious painter Fernando Zóbel. We will visit his permanent collection to learn more about the characteristics of this artistic movement.

  3. Catedral De Cuenca

    1 hour

    We will visit the interior of this temple, considered "Gothic style laboratory in Spain." We will fix our attention especially on the main altar and the stained glass windows of the central nave, decorated by contemporary painters such as Gustavo Torner or Gerardo Rueda.

  4. Plaza Mayor de Cuenca

    15 min

    View of the picturesque Plaza Mayor of the city of Cuenca.

  5. Torre Mangana

    15 min

    islamic fortress

  6. Los Rascacielos de Cuenca Barrio San Martin

    15 min

    The oldest skyscrapers in Europe.

Cancellation Policy

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

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about Guided tour: Cuenca + Cathedral

Can I cancel Guided tour: Cuenca + Cathedral for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 3 hours.

Where does it start?

Mirando pa Cuenca store, next to the Cathedral of Cuenca.

Which places does it visit?

It visits Casas Colgadas, Museo de Arte Abstracto Espanol, Catedral De Cuenca, Plaza Mayor de Cuenca, Torre Mangana, Los Rascacielos de Cuenca Barrio San Martin.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in Spanish.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Operated by Mirando pa Cuenca - Visitas y excursiones guiadas

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