El Puerto de Santa Maria Walking Tour
Take a trip back to the 15th century as you tour the seafaring town where Christopher Columbus prepared his second voyage to America. In this tour, we'll discover the role of El Puerto de Santa Maria in the trade with the New World. Description.
- 2 hours
- 39 reviews
- Open on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Take a trip back to the 15th century as you tour the seafaring town where Christopher Columbus prepared his second voyage to America. In this tour, we'll discover the role of El Puerto de Santa Maria in the trade with the New World.
Description
Join us at the Plaza de Toros de El Puerto de Santa María. We'll begin by strolling along the Guadalete River's banks, discussing its crucial role in the trade between Spain and the New World. We will admire El Puerto de Santa Maria's iconic sites, including the old pier and fish market, while exploring historical ducal and royal customs.
Next, we'll visit the Iglesia Mayor Prioral in Plaza de España, built during the dukes of Medinaceli's peak, similar to other grand structures in the area.
Finally, we'll enter the Aranibar Palace, the oldest house of shippers to the Indies preserved in El Puerto.
After two hours of exploring this aspect of Spanish history, our journey will conclude back at the starting point.
Important
If we are unable to visit a monument mentioned in the description, it will be replaced by another site along the tour route.
Prices
Included
- English–speaking guide
- Entrance to the Aranibar Palace
- Entrance to the Prioral Church
Tips
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.
