Free tour of Ciutadella: old town, cathedral, port and secrets of the city
Tour description
On this free tour of Ciutadella we will discover the history, the most beautiful corners and the curiosities of the former capital of Menorca.
We will begin in Plaza Alfonso III , one of the entry points to the historic center, from where we will begin to understand the evolution of the city and some of the most important episodes of its past, such as the Turkish assault of 1558. From there we will enter the old town to visit some of its most emblematic places:
• Charming medieval streets
• Plaça de ses Voltes
• Convent of Saint Augustine
• Fish market
• Menorca Cathedral (Santa María)
• Noble palaces of Menorcan families
• Plaza des Born
We will end the tour in the Plaza des Born , one of the most monumental and elegant spaces in Ciutadella, where we will talk about the power of the local nobility, the legacy of the old Menorcan capital and the symbolic value of this place in the history of the city.
During the tour, you'll discover stories of pirates, nobles, conquests, and local traditions, as well as curiosities not found in guidebooks. I'll explain how Ciutadella has evolved over the centuries and what life is like in Menorca today.
It's a dynamic, friendly and entertaining tour, ideal to start your trip to Menorca and get a complete overview of Ciutadella.
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