Treasures of Traveling in Segovia
Segovia is a wonderful Spanish city to visit full of culture, history and treasures of traveling. Segovia is located in north western central Spain, in the autonomous region of Castile and Leon. Segovia has many famous landmarks from the Roman Aqueduct that runs through the city, to the Segovia Cathedral and el Alcázar de Segovia; three places you can’t miss if you are visiting this Spanish city. The Roman Aqueduct and the Alcazar of Segovia have been added as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but even more interesting, is that the entire old city of Segovia was added as a UNESCO site in 1985. Segovia is one of the many cities of Spain filled with stunning treasures of traveling to see and explore while visiting this charming city. Everything in Segovia is within walking distance, which makes it easy to discover most of the city. Walking tours are one of my favorite ways to discover a new city. You can easily take the following walking tour of Segovia on a short or long visit to the city.
Map of Walking Tour of Segovia
Below is a map of the walking tour. The map only lists 10 locations, but there are 14 places I believe you shouldn’t miss and they are next to or very close to the other points of interest already listed on the map. I was only allowed to add 10 locations to the map. If you follow this walking tour from the Aqueduct to the Alcázar de Segovia, it is only 1.25 miles (2.0 km) in total distance so if you decide to walk back using the same path, it will be 2.5 miles (4.0 km) total. If you just walk and don’t stop it will take you around 30 minutes to walk the total distance. I would give yourself at least three hours or more to walk along the path and stop and visit many of the locations like the Cathedral, or relax and eat lunch in Plaza Mayor or take in many of the views from the miradors scattered throughout Segovia.
Aqueduct of Segovia
If you plan on visiting Segovia, the aqueduct is the first thing you will want to see in the city and will be one of the first as it is so large. It has become the symbol of Segovia and it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. The Aqueduct of Segovia is a Roman structure that remains standing after 2,000 years. Talk about great engineering and skilled construction workers! It’s a great place to start this walking tour of Segovia. Read more about the Aqueduct of Segovia. It is listed as location ‘A’ on the map.
Mirador de la Canaleja
As you make your way away from the Aqueduct de Segovia and travel down Calle Cervantes, you will arrive at Mirador de la Canaleja on your left just before you see Casa De Los Picos on your right. This is one of the first views of the southern part of Segovia with the peaks and valleys of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains in the background. This lookout was not listed on the walking tour map, but as you are walking towards location ‘B’ you will pass this wonderful spot to take in a quick view of the city. Calle Cervantes turns into Calle Juan Bravo at this lookout.
Casa De Los Picos
This is probably one of the most interesting houses in Segovia because of the facade on this 15th century building. There are over 600 granite points that stick out from the building. You won’t be able to miss this building as it just stands out and once you see it, you will want to take a photo for yourself. Casa de los Picos is listed as location ‘B’ on the map.
Plaza de Medina del Campo
From Casa de los Picos continue walking up Calle Juan Bravo and you will soon arrive at Plaza de Medina del Campo, the old medieval city center. At the center of the square is a monument dedicated to Juan Bravo, one of the leaders of the failed Revolt of the Comuneros. The plaza is surrounded by restaurants, hotels and a Catholic Church. Plaza de Medina del Campo is listed as location ‘C’ on the map.
Torreón de Lozoya
Torreón de Lozoya is an essential site in Segovia for art lovers as it is an exhibition center with temporary exhibitions and collections of new and old pieces of art from Dalí to Dante. You can also climb the tower for nice views of Segovia. I did not list this on the map as it is within Plaza de Medina del Campo listed as location ‘C’ on the map.
Iglesia de San Martín
If you are standing in Plaza de Medina del Campo, you can’t miss Iglesia de San Martín as it shares the same plaza. It is a medieval Catholic Church founded in the 12th century. I did not list this on the map as it is within Plaza de Medina del Campo listed as location ‘C’ on the map.
Iglesia de San Miguel
Continue the walking tour from Plaza de Medina del Campo along Calle Juan Bravo and take a right on Calle de la Herrería and then take your next left onto Calle de la Infanta Isabel. Follow this road and right before you arrive at Plaza Mayor, Iglesia de San Miguel will be on your right. It is a charming church where Queen Isabel was proclaimed queen for the first time. I did not list this on the map, but since it is just a few feet from Plaza Mayor, you can see it next to location ‘D’ on the map.
Plaza Mayor
Plaza Mayor is the main square of Segovia and like so many Spanish cities, the main square is filled with lots of activity and is very vibrant. The Cathedral of Segovia occupies one side of the square and shows just how large the cathedral is. The plaza is a great place to sit down and relax and people watch. There are also plenty of cafés, restaurants and bars that surround the entire square so if you are hungry or thirsty, this is a great spot to take a break for some food. Just be warned that this plaza caters to tourists so be prepared to pay higher prices if you eat here. Plaza Mayor is listed as location ‘D’ on the map.
Casa Consistorial de Segovia
Casa Consistorial de Segovia is within Plaza Mayor so since you are already there, you might as well visit Segovia’s City Hall. I did not list this on the map, but since it is within Plaza Mayor, you can see it next to location ‘D’ on the map.
Catedral de Segovia
If you have been following this walking tour, you will have already seen the Catedral de Segovia from a distance when you entered Plaza Mayor. Once you get closer, you will see just how massive this gothic cathedral is. It is filled with stained glass, marble statues, along with beautiful tapestries and art filled chapels. The cathedral even has a museum. I recommend taking the time to go inside the cathedral, as I know you won’t be disappointed. There is a small entrance fee to go inside and if you want to venture up to the top of the tower, that will cost you a little extra. The Cathedral of Segovia is listed as location ‘E’ on the map.
Judería de Segovia
As you leave the Cathedral of Segovia and Plaza Mayor, follow Calle de San Frutos, which runs into Calle Ana. As you travel down these roads, you will be passing through the Jewish quarter or Judería. It was once home to a lively Jewish community until their expulsion from Spain in 1492. When you get to the end of Calle Ana, take a right onto Calle Leopoldo Moreno and you will arrive at the Jewish Quarter Museum on your left. I have listed the Jewish Museum as location ‘F’ on the map.
Puerta de San Andrés
Puerta de San Andrés is a gate to the walled city of Segovia and was built in the 15th century. It is also known as Arco del Socorro and is the most well preserved of the three gates or entrances to the city. The arch has a tower on each side and is a passageway into and out of the walled city of Segovia. The Puerta de San Andrés is listed as location ‘G’ on the map.
Mirador Museo de Segovia
From the Puerta de San Andrés you will continue following Calle del Socorro to the Mirador Museo de Segovia on the left. This is a lookout or viewpoint along the top of the fortified walls of Segovia where you can look back at the city and see the Segovia Cathedral and it’s bell tower looming over the city and fortified wall. This a great place to see a beautiful view of the city that you won’t want to miss. I have listed the Mirador Museo de Segovia as location ‘H’ on the map.
Casa del Sol – Museo de Segovia
From the Mirador Museo de Segovia looking to your right, you can see the Casa del Sol – Museo de Segovia, which is a small museum dedicated to local archaeology and fine arts with a collection of artifacts about the history and culture of Segovia. It is housed in a former fortress inside the walls of Segovia. I did not list this on the map, as it is right next to Mirador Museo de Segovia, so it is located next to location ‘H’ on the map.
Muralla de Segovia and Mirador del Valle del Clamores
From Casa del Sol, you can continue the rest of your walking tour by traveling down Ronda de Don Juan II and even walk along the Muralla de Segovia. The Muralla de Segovia is the ancient fortified wall that surrounds the city of Segovia. Make sure to stop at the Puerta de San Andrés at the tourist information office, where you can get a code to go up onto a section of the city walls. When you are walking along the wall, it almost feels like you’re back in medieval times. Along the wall is the Mirador del Valle del Clamores and it is also a great place to stop to see a view of the castle Alcazar de Segovia in the distance to your right, while the city will be to your left. I have listed the Muralla de Segovia and Mirador del Valle del Clamores as location ‘I’ on the map.
El Alcázar de Segovia (The Alcazar of Segovia)
In the most north western part of the city of Segovia is the Alcazar of Segovia, which I have listed as ‘J’ on the map. It has such beautiful fairytale like features with its many turrets, that it has become one of Spain’s most famous castles. When it was started as a fortress during Roman times to protect Segovia, it was placed on top of a large rock formation that provided a natural defense to the city. The rock formation the castle currently sits on was shaped over time by the waters of Rio Ciguinuela and Rio Eresma. These two rivers converge below the walls of this Segovian palace. The Alcazar was originally built as a fortress, but has been not only a royal palace, but a state prison, a military academy and is now used as a museum. The Alcazar of Segovia is a historical part of the city and really stands out of the Segovia landscape. It has become an important symbol of Segovia and should be at the top of your list of things to see. This is just one of the many treasures of traveling in Segovia that you must visit and I’m sure will inspire you to learn more about the history of our beautiful world. Read more about the Alcazar de Segovia, its history and how it was constructed here.
Traveling to Segovia
You can travel to Segovia from Madrid in a car, on a bus or by taking the train. I would suggest the train as it is the fastest. It takes about an hour and 20 minutes in a car or bus, but using the high speed train from Madrid to Segovia takes only 28 minutes and costs around 20 Euros for a round trip ticket. It’s a great value and is the quickest way to get to Segovia from Madrid.
Treasures of Traveling in Segovia
There are many treasures of traveling to visit in Segovia like the Alcazar, the Aqueduct and the Cathedral. Segovia has many things to offer any tourist and is filled with a few of the amazing treasures that Spain has to offer. There are also many other wonderful Spanish cities to discover like Madrid, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Granada and Seville, just to name a few.
— Luke Keeler
Check out the map below to see the walking tour of Segovia!
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