Top Experiences in Plaza Mayor

Visit Salamanca and Avila on this private, 1-day tour by air-conditioned van. Enjoy 1-hour guided tours in each city as well as 1.5 hours of free time to explore on your own. Learn about the history and legends of both great cities.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience, today in Salamanca, with the help of a specialized local guide, that will make you live and feel the Salamanca of the Golden Age, visiting the interior of its golden monuments, where illustrious professors of the stature of Fray Luis de León left their mark, Francisco de Vitoria, maestro Salinas and Unamuno. We will visit the historic center of Salamanca also called Roma la Chica; the Athens of the West because of its light and the Golden City for the incomparable color of its stone, for which Salamanca is undoubtedly the best representation of the Spanish platerésco. Salamanca is a Renaissance city in all aspects. The tour may be billinguel.

Salamanca is a beautiful city just to wander around, but it also boosts with history. If you just walk around you will miss the essential, the history that has build this city. With this tour, the city comes alive and it is not just another city. Famous for its univeristy of more than 800 years. I will tell you about the student live in the 15th and 16th century. Salamanca is also known for its multiple legends and stories. Without a personal guide, you would never guess....
Come and wander around with me.
I have just started for myself. There are references from my previous work as a guide on the internet. In google, type my name (Martoke) and tripadvisor and there you will see several references about me.

If you want to get a good overview of Salamanca and then explore it all yourself, this tour is made for you. We will see the most important monuments, giving you a good general idea of ​​the city. We will visit the Plaza Mayor, Clerecía, Casa de las Conchas (shell house), the University with its 2 patios, the Sky of Salamanca (15th century painting) to finish with the 2 Cathedrals (old cathedral and new cathedral). Let it surprise you.

This comprehensive 15 Day Private Tour will provide our guests with the most Northern and Central Portugal and Spain has to offer in terms of culture, history, monuments and sightseeing. Our knowledgeable certified driver-guides will escort and provide all the information about the different topics related to this spectacular tour. The pick up will be at place in Lisbon designated by the guest. This tour usually takes from 6 to 8 hours each day and transportation will be provided using highly comfortable Mercedes Benz vehicles with WiFi onboard and bottled waters.

Salamanca is a city with 2 faces. One during the day and the other during the night,when the lights are turned on. This tour is about tales, legends here in Salamanca and other curiosities that have occurred here. Salamanca is famous for these stories. And ofcourse important historical facts. And all this together with the city lights is really a different experience.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

See Salamanca in a different way and do some excersize on the way. What more do you want?
Meeting point is the main square. One of the most beautiful squares of Spain (and Europe). We will have to walk to go and find our bycicles. During the trip we will get to know the city inside out. Inside is the old city and out is along the river banks. Salamanca is easy to cicle, there is only have 1 part up hill (not very steep), everything else is flat or down hill.

On this evening sightseeing, while enjoying the city and seeing the most interesting and exciting places, you will see everything that Salamanca has to offer, which is iconic and historical venues, food & drink specialties, with tips on entertainment, culture and shopping. Please ask if you would like a different time.

We will start the tour leaving Madrid on the way to Salamanca. Once there, you will have the opportunity to discover its patrimonial legacy with its innumerable corners and details. We will start in the center of the city. The tour includes the history and curiosities of the University of Salamanca, which was of great importance in the history of Spain.
We will also visit the Cathedral. We will finish in the surroundings of the Plaza Mayor, where you will have time to taste its fantastic gastronomy and savor its iconic `tapas´.

Then, we will leave for Ávila. Once in the quintessential medieval city, the tour will begin with a view of the wall, and we will pass by the San Vicente Sanctuary and the Cathedral. We will learn about the history of this unique city as we stroll through ancient alleyways and admire impressive Romanesque churches.

Immerse yourself in a magical Salamanca, led by an expert local guide. This guided walking tour is the best way to get to know the city if you are a family with children.

The tour mixes fables, stories, games and legends with the monuments as they are visited.
Families will discover the monuments of Salamanca in an informative and entertaining way for children.
During the visit, clue games, questions, stories and curiosities will be presented.

Your guide will answer any questions you may have, and will advise you on places to see, bars, restaurants, or activities that can be done with children.

Designed for ages of understanding from 4 years.

On this self-guided walking tour, you will enjoy highlights and humor in the university city of Salamanca—from a guide who has never left. Salamanca may be small, but Spain’s oldest university city has a long history. On this walking tour, Martoke will show you the tiny city’s highlights and share some of its quirky – and often humorous – stories.

I’ll share a few famous anecdotes about the square on this tour, including its bullfighting past. At Palacio de Monterrey (Monterrey’s Palace), I’ll explain how its symmetrical features make it a fine example of Renaissance architecture. When you reach Salamanca Cathedral, you’ll hear astonishing tales of what PhD candidates went through in the early 1300s. At the Convent of San Esteban, you’ll find out how the current Gregorian Calendar foundations were laid right here.

Salamanca may be a small city, but you can’t imagine the history it can tell! Join me, and we’ll discover it together.

With this visit you will discover the most important monuments of Salamanca, its history and traditions. In addition, you will visit with the guide the interior of the two Cathedrals of Salamanca (New and Old) and the Historical Building of the University of Salamanca.

You will enjoy historical places, such as the Plaza Mayor, and its architecture. You will admire other famous places, such as the Casa de las Conchas, or the Convent of San Esteban.
Your local guide will reveal the secrets of each of the spaces, and will recommend the best places to eat, buy your souvenirs, and ultimately, help you get the most out of your stay in Salamanca.

Discover Salamanca at your own pace, with your family or friends, and enjoy the freedom of choosing your own schedule and itinerary with this private tour.

In this tour you will visit three world heritage cities of Castille-Leon region of Spain. Salamanca, Avila and Segovia. We pick you from your hotel and drive (2hours) you. First to Salamanca where you will enjoy a guided tour of the city. There you will get to see the oldest university of Spain, the beautiful Plaza Mayor and impressive cathedral.
Then we drive you to Avila (1 hour) where we stop at the viewpoing and do some walking around the impressive walls of 11th century.
Then we drive you to Segovia (1hour) where we stop at the castle viewpoint and enjoy the beautiful view of the Roman aqueduct.
Then drive back to Madrid (1 hour) and drop back at the hotel.

Pasión por el patrimonio, seriedad, veracidad. Visitas interesantes, amenas y entretenidas. Elasticidad.

See Salamanca and Avila in this private tour. Salamanca is the city of the first university in Spain with lots of interesting building to be seen in the historical quarter. Salamanca is considered the epicenter of Spanish humanism From them head to Avila to the medieval walled city from 11th century.
This is a totally private tour with hotel pickup and drop. You don't mix with any group neither you have to go to any meeting point.You tour included services of an English speaking official tour guide.

Enjoy a day trip to Salamanca from Madrid.

Salamanca is known as the university city. Enjoy its unique streets and walk around feeling the centuries of history, art and culture.

Enjoy a 3 hour guided visit of Salamanca to get to know its most important monuments and sites.

Amongst others enjoy:
- Great views of Salamanca
- Plaza Mayor
- Old Cathedral
- New Cathedral
- Plaza de Anaya
- The University where you have the tickets included and much more

Enjoy the 3 hour guided tour with official tour guide in English in Salamanca. The rest of the time spent in Salamanca is free time for lunch and to wander around before heading back to your hotel in Madrid.

The total duration with the driving times is 10 hours from pick up to drop off in Madrid.

Enjoy this tour that takes you on an escape from Madrid towards Avila and Salamanca. Your private driver will pick you up at your desired time in your hotel or place of choice in Madrid.
Once in Avila you will meet your private guide and you will get to enjoy the best monuments and sites of Avila. Such as it´s walls, cathedral and the famous four posts. This tour can also be customized to meet all of your sightseeing needs.
You will have some free time in Avila before continuing your private tour to Salamanca. Once in Salamanca you will meet your private guide for a 3 hour guided tour of the city, including the entrance fee to the University. Stroll around its wonderful streets and visit Plaza Mayor, one of the most beautiful in whole Spain. You will of course have some free time in Salamanca before driving back to Madrid.

Live another "Salamanca". Learn about the legends and stories that are hidden under the stones of ancient palaces, convents, churches... When the sun sets, another side of Salamanca comes to light. On this 90-minute tour, you will discover it!

Your local guide will show you the best places to take photos at night. You will learn fun stories and legends that children and adults will enjoy, while at the same time you discover the history of the city, visiting its most important monuments, as well as other less known ones.
Casa de las Conchas, Palacio de la Salina, Casa de las Muertes... in these corners legends and facts intermingle.
Walk through the historic center with your family, friends and learn about them all with an expert guide by your side.
Experience Salamanca illuminated at night, discover the best places for your photos and enjoy fun stories and legends with your loved ones.

Unique experience that will allow you to explore two of the most fascinating cities in Spain, you will have the opportunity to discover the rich history, impressive architecture and vibrant culture of these two cities.
First, you will visit Ávila, a walled city that has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here, you can walk along the ancient walls that surround the city and explore its cobblestone streets. In addition, you will visit the Gothic cathedral of Ávila and the Basilica of San Vicente.

You will head to Salamanca, a university city known for its architectural beauty and lively atmosphere. Marvel at the famous Plaza Mayor, considered one of the most beautiful in Spain. In addition, you can visit the University of Salamanca, one of the oldest in Europe, and the Gothic cathedral, which houses an impressive art collection.

Throughout the tour, you will have a private guide who will provide you with detailed information about the places you will visit.