Monumental Basin Day Guided Tour
Historical Tours 1 hour 45 min 4.9 · 64 reviews Offered in: Spanish

Monumental Basin Day Guided Tour

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Overview

Discover a medieval historic center declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO at the hands of the most experienced Official Tourism Guides in the city. More than 10,000 guided tours of experience and the comments of our clients guarantee us.

Our guided tours are rigorous and full of interesting facts about the city, its history, its people, its buildings and landscapes, but above all they are entertaining and very fun.

  • Recommended by 98% of travelers
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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

Plaza Mayor 1, under the 3 arches of the Town Hall.
Our guides wear red uniforms.
The guide will be 10 minutes prior to the service (not before)

Good to know

Our guides in red uniform will be in the 20 min. prior to the start of the tour receiving clients and checking their reservations. They will be given a ticket that they must keep until the end of the service.

What to expect

  1. Plaza Mayor de Cuenca

    Flanked by a multitude of colored facades, most of the s. XVI, the baroque façade of the Town Hall and the gigantic Convent of Las Petras.

  2. Plaza de la Merced

    Coquettish square with three baroque facades, Seminary, church and cloistered convent.

  3. Torre Mangana

    Beautiful tower of the s. XVI with two clocks at the top and unparalleled views of the entire city.

  4. Los Rascacielos de Cuenca Barrio San Martin

    5 min

    We will visit the interior and exterior of the tallest houses in Europe in the s. XVI

  5. Convento de San Pablo

    5 min

    Current Parador, surprising its situation on the edge of the abyss.

  6. Puente de San Pablo

    5 min

    Iron bridge from 1903 that replaced a stone one of which some fragments can still be seen.

  7. Casas Colgadas

    5 min

    Noble houses of the s. XIV hanging from the Hoz del Río Huécar with its spectacular wooden balconies.

  8. Escultura de Alfonso VIII

    5 min

    Bronze sculpture in honor of the former King of Castile for 44 years, remembered for his victory in the battle of Las Navas de Tolosa that changed the history of Spain.

  9. Catedral De Cuenca

    5 min

    First cathedral in the entire kingdom begun in the Gothic style (along with that of Ávila). One of the largest in the country due to the enormous wealth of the city until the 16th century.
    The facade is neogothic and is unfinished.

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 Monumental Basin Day Guided Tour

Can I cancel Monumental Basin Day Guided Tour for free?

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

How long does it take?

It takes about 1 hour 45 min.

Where does it start?

Plaza Mayor 1, under the 3 arches of the Town Hall. Our guides wear red uniforms. The guide will be 10 minutes prior to the service (not before)

Which places does it visit?

It visits Plaza Mayor de Cuenca, Plaza de la Merced, Torre Mangana, Los Rascacielos de Cuenca Barrio San Martin, Convento de San Pablo, Puente de San Pablo, Casas Colgadas, Escultura de Alfonso VIII.

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 Cuenca Viajes

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