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Private walking tour of Ávila with an official guide, designed for those who are already in Ávila or prefer to travel on their own. Explore the medieval walls, the cathedral and the historic centre with a private guide tailored to your group.
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Discover with Tour Time the grandeur of Ávila, a walled city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A walking tour of its impressive walls, churches, convents and corners full of history, led by an official guide. A tour for companies, schools, families and other groups. Do you also need transport from Madrid? See our day trip to Ávila from Madrid with transport included.
What are the advantages of guided tours with Tour Time?
- Complete organisation: we take care of every detail so you can simply enjoy yourself.
- Guided tours in several languages: we run the tour in Spanish, English, French, Italian, German and Chinese, among others, with specialised, friendly and professional guides.
- Customised routes: we adapt the routes to your group's interests.
- Radio guides: so you can hear every detail clearly.
- Exclusive programmes: we design specific activities for companies, schools, and family or friends groups.
- Support team: a professional team at your disposal according to your needs.
Enjoy a guided tour of Ávila with an official guide. You will discover its heritage, its most charming corners and the stories that have shaped its past.
Tell us what you need. We’ll do everything we can to make it a success and adapt it to your needs and schedule.
Cancellation Policy:
- Users can cancel their reservation up to 72 hours before the contracted service and receive a refund of the amount paid, deducting any management and reservation fees.
- If the cancellation is made less than 24 hours in advance or there is no show, there will be no refund as the services will be closed and will generate costs.
- Note: Some services may have specific conditions depending on the providers.
- Walls of Ávila. One of the best-preserved walled enclosures in Europe, it surrounds the historic centre with 2.5 km of walls, 87 towers and 9 gates. From the wall walk there are spectacular views of the city, the mountains and the nearby monuments. Included in the Ávila Card*
- Cathedral of the Saviour. Considered the first Gothic cathedral in Spain, its construction began in the 12th century. Its apse is built into the city walls, and inside it holds artistic treasures such as the main altarpiece, works by Berruguete and remarkable choir stalls. Included in the Ávila Card*
- Basilica of San Vicente. A 12th-century Romanesque church that preserves a magnificent cenotaph of Saints Vincent, Sabina and Christeta, martyred in Roman times. The west façade and the sculptural decoration are jewels of Spanish Romanesque art. Included in the Ávila Card*
- Royal Monastery of Santo Tomás. Founded by the Catholic Monarchs in the 15th century, this Renaissance complex includes a church, three cloisters and an Oriental museum with pieces brought from Asia. Its church holds the remains of Prince John, son of the Catholic Monarchs. Included in the Ávila Card*
- Convent of Saint Teresa / Saint Teresa Museum. Built on the site of the house where Saint Teresa of Jesus was born, this Carmelite convent includes a museum with personal belongings of the saint and a Baroque church dedicated to her. Included in the Ávila Card*
- Monastery of the Incarnation. Saint Teresa lived here for much of her religious life. It is a key place in Teresian history and preserves her cell, personal belongings and original convent spaces. Included in the Ávila Card*
- Mosén Rubí Chapel. A small 16th-century Renaissance chapel dedicated to the Ávila noblewoman María de Cárdenas. It is an example of stately funerary architecture. Included in the Ávila Card*
- *What is the Ávila Card? The Ávila Card is a tourist card that gives you access to a selection of the most emblematic monuments in the city of Ávila, saving you time and money.
- Tailor-made rates and bookings for each group.
- Better prices for large groups: companies, schools, organisations.
- Personalise your visit: date, time, type of group and purpose (leisure, training, special event).
Frequently asked questions about the tour of Ávila with an official guide
Everything you need to know about the guided walking tour of Ávila with Tour Time.
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The tour covers the most emblematic monuments of the city: the medieval walls of Ávila, among the best preserved in Europe, the Cathedral, the Basilica of San Vicente and the places associated with Saint Teresa of Jesus. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guide explains the medieval history of the city, the figure of Saint Teresa and the legends surrounding its walls.
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Yes. Tour Time can include access to the walls, whose wall walk offers panoramic views of the historic centre and the surrounding area. Tickets are arranged together with the tour booking, and their cost is added according to the number of participants.
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The guided walking tour lasts about 2 hours and can be extended depending on the monuments you want to include. The usual meeting point is Plaza de Santa Teresa de Jesús, at the time agreed with the guide.
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No. This tour is designed for those who are already in Ávila or travel there on their own. If you would also like us to arrange transport from Madrid, see our day trip to Ávila from Madrid, which includes private round-trip transport.
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The tour of Ávila with Tour Time is available in Spanish, English, French, Italian, German and Chinese. As this is a private tour, the language is chosen at the time of booking. For a language not listed, feel free to ask us about availability.