Seville: Walking tour of Écija, day trip with a local guide
ID: GYG1244605-2334889
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Stroll through the iconic streets of Écija and let yourself be captivated by its incredible palaces and churches. Learn about its past and its importance in history.
Have you heard of the City of 11 Towers?
Écija is known by different names: Astigi in Roman times, which left us with significant remains, and Istiya, due to the remains of walls found in various places along its streets.
However, nothing compares to the Baroque period, when so many churches were built that it had to be called the "City of Towers" and the "Baroque City" because of its many palaces, which can still be seen in its streets today.
Écija is a symbol of power, beauty, and history. Just strolling through its streets will captivate you.
Highlights
- Discover what Plaza de España was like in the 18th century and its vantage points of the Marquisate
- Admire the colorful Church of Santa María with frescoes on its walls
- Discover the purpose of the Roman Pool and what it concealed inside
- Learn the history of Benamejí Palace from its creation to the present day
- See Peñaflor Palace, known as the longest balcony in all of Spain
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In the middle of the square, there are letters that spell out ÉCIJA for taking a photo. Your guide will be waiting for you there.
INCLUDED
- You'll get to know Écija with a local guide who will take you through the city's most iconic streets, rich in architectural and Baroque beauty.
- You'll visit various churches in the city, such as:
- St. Mary's Church
- Church of the Discalced
- Church of Santa Cruz
- Roman Pond
- Remains of the City Walls
- Écija, known as the City of the 11 Towers, has a wide variety of religious monuments to discover, as well as some Roman and Muslim remains.
NOT INCLUDED
- Tickets to the palaces of Peñaflor and Benamejí are not included
- The palaces will be visited from the outside during the tour; if you wish to go inside, you will have to pay for an admission ticket.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
