Alarcón Walking Tour: Historic and Artistic Exploration in Cuenca's Beautiful Town
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Alarcón
Embark on a historic and artistic exploration of Alarcón, a beautiful town in Cuenca. Discover its splendorous past, visit churches, the Palace of the Council, medieval Renaissance portals, and a medieval castle. Capture stunning photos along the way!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Pintura Mural de Alarcon. Unesco - They will learn the secrets of Jesús Mateo’s painting, part of the history of the project and will have time to take their photos. At all times the guide will accompany you whether you enter through the main entrance or through the other entrances.
What's Included
- Audio guides available when needed
- Inclusive of all fees and taxes
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
Additional Information
Join us on a tranquil journey through one of the most picturesque villages in Cuenca—Alarcón. This place encapsulates vital elements of historic and artistic significance.
In the course of our tour, we’ll dive into its past, back to an era when it flourished at its peak, leaving behind four churches, the Council Palace, one of the oldest in Cuenca, captivating medieval Renaissance doorways, and a medieval castle.
We’ll uncover the interiors of key structures: the Saint Mary Parish, the Mural Painting by Jesús Mateo, the Holy Trinity Church, and the castle’s promenade.
Situated amid the cliffs of the Júcar river, Alarcón provides some of the most splendid views of Castilla la Mancha. It also comprises of one of the most well-maintained medieval fortresses in Spain.
Be assured, the entire tour presents fantastic photo opportunities—you’re in for a treat.
Location
Alarkum Services and Tourism Management, SL
Calle Doctor Tortosa
On the main street of Alarcón (C/ Dr. Agustín Tortosa) which connects the Parador de Turismo (Castillo) with the Plaza del Infante don Juan Manuel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(22 Ratings)
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807pacol
May 17, 2024
Delighted - The guided tour was excellent, very good explanations of the history of the town, we were with a person in a wheelchair and he was concerned about my wife's comfort at all times.
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Siempre-cafe
Apr 29, 2024
Insuperable - It is probably one of the best guided tours I have ever taken. Jesús the guide knows Alarcón and its history perfectly and knows how to transmit that knowledge in an entertaining and educational way.
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Inspire58276862300
Mar 24, 2024
Brilliant !!! - Spectacular, both the visits and the explanations during them. Entertaining and highly recommended. The mural of Jesus Mateo with the explanations is great
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Arturom770
Feb 28, 2024
Essential tour if you visit Alarcon - We took the guided tour with Alarkum based on the opinions we saw on the internet and the truth is that it is very worth it. In addition to being able to enter some of the churches, which is not possible otherwise, visiting the mural painting of Jesús Mateo makes no sense if it is not explained to you.
Highly recommended. The guide, Jesús, is very pleasant and professional.
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B5545tgcarmenj
Feb 19, 2024
I loved it - The guide Jesús was exceptional, he made us discover some wonderful places, he was seriously charming.
WOW! I'm hallucinating
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I2969lzrafaelc
Feb 11, 2024
Very interesting and entertaining - A very interesting visit and Jesus, the guide who accompanied us was phenomenal. It seems that he knows a lot and likes what he does. To repeat without a doubt
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Mobile51691705346
Jan 29, 2024
A visit is essential - It is essential if you go to Alarcón that you take the guided tour. Jesus is a wonderful guide. As it was Wednesday we booked the 10:00 visit and we only met one other couple, so the visit for four was a luxury. If you don't visit you will miss many things about the impressive history of Alarcón, the surprising collection of mural paintings by Jesus Mateo sponsored by UNESCO and you will not see any buildings inside since everything is closed, nor will you go up to the castle's amenities (unless you are staying at the parador)
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Emiliamn65
Jan 8, 2024
surprising Alarcón - It was a surprising walk, and we discovered Alarcón with the explanations that the guide gave us. All the cultural wealth of Alarcón is impressive. Don't miss the mural painting by Jesús Mateo.
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Germanpd
Nov 27, 2023
Excellent interesting, enjoyable and illustrative visit - Excellent guided tour, very interesting, enjoyable and illustrative, if you had not taken it you would not have seen anything and we would have left Alarcon without appreciating everything it has.
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Josecallosasegura
Nov 26, 2023
When the inhabitants of Alarcón get bored, things happen. - It was a very enjoyable guided tour, since Amparo the guide explained everything very well. You learn the history of Alarcón and the customs and of course all its monuments. Advisable to take a guided tour.
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