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Free Tour through the gardens and fountains of the Real Sitio de la Granja de San Ildefonso

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: Spanish
Guru: Manuel
Quality Verified Registered on February 14, 2022

Architect, specialist in mythology and classical studies, cicerone, good communicator and fun, willing to share my knowledge with an interested public. I offer a very enriching tour, I assure you, cheer up

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Do you want to know the most famous Gardens and fountains in Spain? Did you know that in the Royal site of the Granja de San Ildefonso is the "little Versalles"?
A natural paradise of 140 hectares
worthy of the 1st Bourbon, Philip V and Queen Elizabeth of Farnese, which will take us through the world of classical mythology and the most impressive water games in the country.
Through an outdoor tour, children and adults will discover the myths and the reason for impressive aquatic sculptures , while we walk for 2-2.30 hours from the main access, between gardens, elm trees, Indian chestnut trees, lime trees. .and even a natural labyrinth.
La Selva, the horse race, the new waterfall, La Fama, Diana's Bath and so on up to 26 colossal fountains that surprise and entertain everyone while we breathe the pure air of the mountains of Valsain, Peñalara,...
oh! And 3 days a year and on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons from Spring, get ready to get wet with a bit of luck, as several fountains start up.
We will transport ourselves to a world of heroes, gods and goddesses who will make us follow their stories and mythological feats while we do healthy exercise and savor Segovian nature.
A healthy, family and cultural adventure, with photos in a place of singular beauty, is waiting for you, are you going to miss it?
Architect and specialist in mythology, I will show you the details that will make your visit to the royal gardens and forest different.

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  • Meeting point:
    C. Rey, 12, 40100 Real Sitio de San I...
    C. Rey, 12, 40100 Real Sitio de San Ildefonso, Segovia, Spain
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    Entrance gate Gardens del Rey access gates. orange vest black backpack

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Mamen 31 Mar 2024
Bilbao

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Travelled in group - Mar 2024
El guía muy grato, nos sorprendió mucho, su saber y lo bien que nos atendió y nos contó la historia de todo lo visitado. Recomendable y para repetir con el.
Juan 30 Mar 2024
Valencia

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Travelled in family - Mar 2024
Muy buen guía
Miguel 30 Mar 2024
Valladolid

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2024
Manuel conoce bien la historia y la zona, y hace la visita muy amena. Se pasaron las 2h30min volando, y al salir de los jardines aun nos estuvo explicando más cosas del palacio y la colegiata mientras caminabamos. En nuestro caso se encendian las fuentes durante la visita, y también te las explica perfectamente. 100% recomendable.
Arturo 09 Dec 2023
Murcia

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Travelled in group - Dec 2023
Muy entretenida e interactiva , buenas lecciones de historia y muy buena idea la de las recompensas.
Mercedes 20 Nov 2023
Madrid

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Travelled in group - Nov 2023
Ha sido uno de los mejores free tours que hemos hecho. Se aprende muchísimo de esta experiencia porque Manuel es un pozo de sabiduría, excelente comunicador, ameno, divertido y el recorrido es una maravilla; además, te hace partícipe en todo momento de lo que estás viendo. Se nota que es un profesional y que le encanta lo que hace. No os lo perdáis.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 15 people.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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