We will walk through the history of Ávila through its main characters and monuments through a tour of the historic centre.
Walls
We will admire the impressive towers and canvases of our walls. Undoubtedly, the most representative monument that has given shape and life to the city of Ávila.
Basílica de San Vicente
The Pearl of the Avila Romanesque. Towards the beginning of the s. Construction began in the 12th century on what ended up being the most important temple in the medieval city of Ávila. This basilica is located in one of the places where more archaeological remains have been found in Avila.
Surprise yourself with its light and beauty when you enter its interior, something that you cannot even imagine contemplating its robust exterior construction. From its crypt to its cenotaph, discover with us all the secrets hidden in its walls!
Catedral Del Salvador
Considered the first Gothic cathedral built in Spain. Its tall and solitary tower stands out, which reveals the double function of this great temple. One as a house of God, the second as an important part of the defence of the city. Its famous cimorro is integrated into the wall as one more tower of it.
Basílica Casa Natal de Santa Teresa.
We will get to know the figure of the most relevant and international woman in our city. An extraordinary character who influenced and transformed not only Ávila and Spain at the time, but who crossed borders becoming one of the references of the Catholic Church.
Palacio de Polentinos
Undoubtedly the best and most beautiful example to get to know Avila's palace buildings from the 16th century. Building closely linked to military life. It was the former quartermaster academy of the army and currently houses the General Military Archive of Ávila, as well as a very interesting museum of the Army.
Santa Teresa Square.
Big Market
We end our walk through the history and monuments of Ávila, in the nerve centre of the city. A meeting place for locals and visitors, this beautiful square houses the Church of San Pedro, another of the jewels of the Avila Romanesque.
We will walk through the history of Ávila through its main characters and monuments.