Private City Tour of A Coruña - Shore Excursion
La Coruña is called the “Glass City” due to its unique architectural style of constructing “galerías” (enclosed glass balconies) onto the side of its buildings.
This city is located in Galicia, a northwest area in Spain where the climate is rainy and windy which allows to have a spectacular green nature. This climate and the roughness of its tides make them to have a very high-quality fishing, and that’s why Galicia is also highly valued for its gastronomy, specifically for the seafood.
La Coruña is a very culturally rich city and with this tour, we intend you to know its history, gastronomy, and customs of its people. You will be surprised by the many fascinating places that this city offers. You will visit places like the famous Hercules tower, the only Roman tower still in operation, the pleasant and long promenade, you will go up to the Mount San Pedro, the best viewpoint of the city and as a must we will visit its old town.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Xardins de Mendez Nunez, Avenida Jardines de Mendez Nunez S/N, 15006 La Coruna Spain
The port is in the city center, from here you will have a guided tour.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Avenida da Marina, Centro Historico, 15001 La Coruna Spain
"La Marina Avenue” and its “galerías”, with beautiful glass-fronted balconies. That’s why this city is known as the glass city.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Castle of San Anton, Paseo Maritimo Alcalde Francisco Vazquez 2, 15002 La Coruna Spain
”San Antón castle”. We have the opportunity to stop here to take a photo and have a small explanation.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules), Dr. Vazquez Iglesias s/n, 15002 La Coruna Spain
The Tower of Hercules, boarded by the Hercules garden. This lighthouse has served as the lighthouse at the entrance, and is the city harbour in north-western Spain since 1st century when the Romans built it. It's the only fully preserved Roman lighthouse that is still used for maritime signaling. According to a myth the hero Hercules slew the giant tyrant Geryon after three days and three nights of continuous battle.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Paseo dos Menhires, 15002 La Coruna Spain
Hercules then buried the head of Geryon with his weapons and ordered that a city be built on the site. Breogan statue and the Menhires in Sculpture Park.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: La Coruna, La Coruna, Province of A Coruna, Galicia
We will follow the promenade entering the city center again but this time by the beaches side. We will pass by the aquarium, by the Domus (museum human being), by the most important beaches in the city which are the Orzan beach and the Riazor beach, the Millenium obelisk where we can stop (5 minutes) to take a photo and contemplate the amazing views, the octopus sculpture, the panoramic elevator and finally the “Portiño”.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Monte de San Pedro, Ctra de Fuertes, La Coruna Spain
We will go up to San Pedro Mount. What has been an old defensive point has become the best viewpoint in the city. We will have a 15minute guided tour of this fantastic park with the best panoramic views of the city. You will be impressed by the presence of the huge cannons, war machines that used to defend the city. This park has a cafeteria with wonderful views for those who prefer to rest.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Praza Pontevedra, La Coruna Spain
On our way to the city center, we will pass by Pontevedra square, Lugo square (shopping area), Los “Cantones”, and “La Marina” again until to get to Puerta Real (opposite to the marina).
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Praza de Maria Pita, Praza das Praterias, 15001 La Coruna Spain
We will visit the Maria Pita square which is where the hall of La Coruña and the Maria Pita statue (the heroine who defended the city in a battle).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Xardin de San Carlos Paseo Parrote 3, 15001 La Coruna Spain
This is a place of history, with the tomb of Sir John Moore, famous for his heroism in saving the British army. A quiet place in a busy city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Iglesia de Santiago Apostol, Rua Parrote 1, 15001 La Coruna Spain
Oldest church in La Coruña.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Praza de Azcarraga, Praza Xeneral Azcarraga, s/n, 15001, La Coruna Spain
Beautiful square covered by very old trees.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Colegiata de Santa Maria do Campo, La Coruna Spain
Beautiful and old medieval temple from XII century.
Duration: 5 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 8 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"
Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up at Hotels or Cruise Terminal.
Ports- Cruise Terminal, Mlle. de Trasatlánticos, s/n, A Coruña, La Coruña, Spain
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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