Knights, Pilgrims, and Cathedrals: A Burgos Audio Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Echoes of medieval knights, Spanish royalty, and countless pilgrims reverberate across Burgos, where three UNESCO World Heritage sites converge. On this walking tour, you’ll find out how this Castilian stronghold shaped Spanish history while serving as a crucial stop on the Camino pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. The tour starts at the stone Arch of Santa María, one of only two surviving medieval gates. You’ll discover why blood sausage defines local cuisine, how a constable’s widow became one of Europe’s most powerful women, and why Franco chose this city to declare the Spanish Civil War’s end. The tour ends back at the magnificent Gothic Burgos Cathedral, the city’s towering temple that took centuries to complete. On this 90-minute walking tour, you’ll stroll where Spanish wool became Flemish tapestries, where royal marriages shaped European politics, and where pilgrims still pause on their ancient journey to the world’s end.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

This self-guided audio tour starts in front of the Arco de Santa María. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Arco de Santa Maria
This self-guided audio tour starts at the stone Arch of Santa María, one of only two surviving medieval gates. You’ll trace a circular route through medieval squares, along tree-lined promenades, and up to castle viewpoints.
2. Consulado del Mar
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Consulado del Mar. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
3. Statue Of El Cid
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Statue of El Cid. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
4. Casa del Cordón - Palacio del Condestable de Castilla
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Casa del Cordón - Palacio del Condestable de Castilla. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
5. Plaza Mayor
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Plaza Mayor. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
6. Plaza Huerto del Rey
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Plaza Huerto del Rey. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
7. Hostal Peregrinos
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Hostal Peregrinos. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
8. Church of San Nicolás de Bari
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Church of San Nicolás de Bari. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
9. Arch of Fernán González
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Arch of Fernán González. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
10. Callejón de las brujas
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by Callejón de las brujas. You'll hear its history and how it relates to this UNESCO heritage city as you walk.
11. Burgos Cathedral
The tour ends back at the magnificent Gothic Burgos Cathedral, the city’s towering temple that took centuries to complete.

Inclusion

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Lifetime access to this tour in English

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusion

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Smartphone and headphones

Transportation

Food and drink

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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