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Colomares Castle Guided Tour

Travel back in time to the Discovery of the Americas in this guided visit to Colomares Castle. We'll uncover the links between Christopher Columbus and Benalmádena. Colomares Castle.

  • 40 minutes
  • 9Exceptional | 149 reviews
  • Open on Tue, Thu, Sat

Travel back in time to the Discovery of the Americas in this guided visit to Colomares Castle. We'll uncover the links between Christopher Columbus and Benalmádena.

Colomares Castle

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the entrance to Colomares Castle to start this guided visit, where we'll discover the secrets and symbols of the monuments dedicated to Christopher Columbus and the Americas.

We'll explore the grounds of the Colomares Castle Monument, admiring its extravagant facade. Built in 1987, the structure features decorative elements that pay homage to the first journey to America.

During the tour, we'll explain how Christopher Columbus' famous expedition was funded by the Catholic Monarchs and highlight the importance of Andalusia in this adventure.

The Colomares Castle will illustrate different stages in the history of the Discovery of the Americas, including stones that replicate the ships that accompanied Columbus and the La Rádiba Friary arch, which recalls where he stayed in Palos de la Frontera.

After 40 minutes, we'll conclude this guided tour. You may leave the monument or continue exploring at your own pace.

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Admission to Colomares Castle

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

Monumento Colomares, Carretera Costa del Sol, 29639 Benalmádena (Málaga), Spain

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