Discover the Roman Lion - Free Tour

On this tour we will get to know in depth the Roman origins of the city, its history, its most important facts and of course many curiosities!
Are you a lover of Roman culture? You can not lose this!


Do you know who Corocota or Pintaius was? How was Ludus Latrunculorum played? What is commemorated in the "Birthday of the Eagle" ? or Why did they paint the wall? All this and much more characters like: Publio Carisio, Marco Ulpio Trajano... are waiting for you in the best Free Tour of the Roman Lion.

At the indicated time our local guide (great passionate about Rome) will wait for you in the Cathedral square where we will begin our private journey to the Roman Lion . In this location the Principia were found. Very close we have the Archaeological Crypt of Puerta Obispo (which we will go down whenever possible) with archaeological remains of the latrines that were attached to the thermal complex together with remains of the left main gate that gave access to the camp from the east.
Then we will continue with a nice walk along the old Via Principalis (now Calle Ancha), to reach the walls.

We will take a brief break in the Jardines del Cid, where we will show you original archaeological remains of a Roman canalization. We will continue our Free Tour visiting the vestiges of the wall in different places (Ruiz de Salazar Street, San Isidoro Square, Era del Moro Street, in conditioning works for later access).

We will finish at the León Romano Interpretation Center , where you will see seven rooms (with an extensive historical and archaeological heritage that our city houses) and a garden with the excavated remains of the old Church of Santa Marina.

Important information for the traveler:

• The visit is carried out with an individual radio guide system throughout the tour, completely disinfected before use with specific products following the recommendations of the Ministry of Health.

• Admission to the Roman Lion Interpretation Center is free. On Mondays, Sundays and holidays the Interpretation Center will be closed in the afternoons and the Crypt of Puerta Obispo on Mondays. As of November 15, it will remain closed until next year.

• You can complete your stay in our city with the rest of the Free Tours that Caminos de León has in the city.
• Also, we have paid tours and private visits. Ask us, and we will inform you.

COVID-19 MEASURES:

• The use of a mask is not mandatory to be able to carry out the guided tour but it is recommended.
• The interpersonal safety distance will be maintained throughout the tour.

Meeting point:

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How to find us: In front of the access door to the Cathedral in the Plaza de Regla. Our guides will be dressed in black or with a Caminos de León umbrella.

Frequent questions

Accessibility:

The tour is suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Large groups:

Group reservations of more than 6 people are not allowed.

Minimum number of attendees:

The minimum number of attendees for the tour is 4 people.

Pets:

The tour is pet friendly.

Additional costs:

The tour does not require the payment of tickets

What's the price?

A guruwalk is a free pay tour, that is, it is completely free to book, but the guru expects to be rewarded at the end with the amount you want. Some walkers give €10 per person, others give US$50‎, you choose the price.

For an organizational issue, it is mandatory to book before attending. Booking is super easy, fast and completely free. Book your guruwalk now!