Salamanca Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio and Quiz

Explore Salamanca, Spain's golden university city, at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. Walk from the baroque Plaza Mayor to the Roman Bridge over the River Tormes, taking in the House of Shells, the Jesuit college of La Clerecia, the carved facade of the University and the Old and New Cathedrals. An audio guide shares the stories behind each stop, and a quiz at every point of interest keeps things playful. The route is about 2 km and takes around 2 hours, with no fixed schedule. Everything runs on your smartphone, no app needed, and there is no guide to follow. You set the pace and the time you start. Available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese and Simplified Chinese.

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   Plaza Mayor

   Pass by

   Start in the baroque Plaza Mayor, the arcaded main square of Salamanca. Listen to the audio story and answer the quiz as you take in the golden sandstone facades.

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   Casa de las Conchas

   Pass by

   See the House of Shells, a late Gothic palace whose facade is covered in more than 300 carved scallop shells. Hear why the shells are there and test yourself with the quiz.

3. 3

   Scala Coeli Torres de la Clerecia

   Pass by

   Look up at La Clerecia, the former Jesuit college whose baroque towers dominate the skyline. Learn how the Jesuits shaped the city and answer the quiz.

4. 4

   Universidad De Salamanca

   Pass by

   Admire the carved facade of the University of Salamanca, one of the oldest universities in Europe. Hear the tale of the little frog hidden in the stonework and test your eyes with the quiz.

5. 5

   New Cathedral (Catedral Nueva)

   Pass by

   Stand between the Old and New Cathedrals, two great churches built side by side. Hear how a Romanesque and a Gothic cathedral came to share one wall and take the quiz.

6. 6

   Huerto De Calixto & Melibea

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   Slip into the quiet garden said to have inspired the lovers Calixto and Melibea in the classic Spanish play La Celestina. A calm pause with a story and a quiz.

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   Puente Romano

   Pass by

   Finish at the Roman Bridge over the River Tormes, one of the oldest structures in the city. Hear its story, take the last quiz and enjoy the view back to the cathedrals.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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