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Free tour The Legend of the Cid

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on March 15, 2023
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

➡️OFFICIAL TOURIST GUIDE AND HISTORIAN

Do you really know who El Cid was and why he has gone down in history? ⚔️


The figure of the Cid Campeador has always aroused much interest and controversy. It has been said that he was one of the greatest heroes in history, it has also been stated that he was a traitor who sold his king in exchange for money, and it has even been said that he was a bloody mercenary. What is true in all these statements regarding this famous medieval knight?

In this free tour we will not only learn about the legendary events that the Cid Campeador was involved in, but we will also discover the most notable aspects of his life. To do this, we will walk the streets of Burgos and visit the places in the city that are linked to him.

What will we visit? 🤔

  • Equestrian statue of the Cid Campeador
  • St. Paul's Bridge
  • Arlanzón Glera
  • Arch of Saint Mary
  • Plaza del Rey San Fernando
  • Church of Saint Agatha
  • Witches Alley
  • Arch of Fernán González
  • Monument to the Obstinate
  • Solar del Cid


Group reservations of more than 6 people are NOT allowed , even if they are made with different reservations. These types of reservations can be canceled. To reserve more than 6 people, ask me.

⚠️ Minimum reservations to take the tour: 5 adults.


Let's tour Burgos together! 😁

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Pl. Mío Cid, Burgos, Spain
    Pl. Mío Cid, Burgos, Spain
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    In Plaza Mio Cid, next to the main façade of the Teatro Principal de Burgos and the urban bus stop. The guide will carry a green umbrella.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Burgos cathedral
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Santiago and Sta. Águeda
  • 3
    Outside visit
    witches alley
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Solar del Cid
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Arch of Saint Martin

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).

Tour opinions

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4.63
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4.23
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4.37
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4.41
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4.27
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ANA LOPEZ 24 Feb 2024
Palencia

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Travelled alone - Feb 2024
Estupendo tour para conocer lugares menos turísticos de Burgos
Silvia 08 Dec 2023
Bilbao

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Travelled in family - Dec 2023
Javier es un guía excepcional!! Nos ha encantado el tour del Cid, 100% recomendable.
Amaia 30 Oct 2023
Bilbao

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Travelled in group - Oct 2023
Totalmente recomendable. Conoces sitios a los que no llegarias si vas por tu cuenta o padarian desapercibidos
beatriz 15 Oct 2023
Espasante

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Travelled in couple - Oct 2023
Buena
RAUL 15 Oct 2023
Madrid

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Travelled in family - Oct 2023
Muy entretenido y ameno. Nos introdujo en la vida del Cid y proporcionando mucha información sobre el mismo, vinculando la esta con su paso por esta ciudad maravillosa. Muy recomendable.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying 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.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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