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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Ubeda to Toledo?
The direct drive from Ubeda to Toledo is 162 mi (260 km), and should have a drive time of 2 hrs 44 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Ubeda to Toledo, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Aranjuez and Baeza, as well as top places to visit like Sinagoga del Agua and Baeza Cathedral, or the ever-popular Plaza de Vázquez Molina.
The top cities between Ubeda and Toledo are Aranjuez and Baeza. Aranjuez is the most popular city on the route. It's 3 hours from Ubeda and less than an hour from Toledo.
Baeza is a Spanish city in the province of Jaén, located in Andalusia. It belongs to the comarca of La Loma and is renowned for its well-preserved Italian Renaissance architecture, which is considered some of the best in Spain. Baeza's rich historical heritage is evident in its impressive buildings and structures, attracting visitors who appreciate cultural tourism.
74% as popular as Aranjuez
11 minutes off the main route, 8% of way to Toledo
Aranjuez, a charming town in central Spain, is situated on the banks of the River Tagus. The Renaissance Royal Palace, influenced by French design, boasts an intricate facade and opulently adorned interior featuring a porcelain room. The surrounding grounds showcase ornamental gardens such as the Jardín de la Isla and the neoclassical Casa del Labrador in the Prince’s Garden.
Most popular city on this route
25 minutes off the main route, 79% of way to Toledo
Best stops along Ubeda to Toledo drive
The top stops along the way from Ubeda to Toledo (with short detours) are Royal Palace of Aranjuez, Pl. Mayor, and Sinagoga del Agua. Other popular stops include Molinos de Viento de Consuegra, Tablas Daimiel, and Lagunas de Ruidera.
The Plaza de Vázquez Molina town square captivates visitors with its charming ambiance and cultural significance. This historic plaza serves as a gathering place for locals and tourists alike, boasting a vibrant atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the town. Surrounded by stunning architecture and adorned with picturesque fountains, this bustling square offers a multitude of attractions. From quaint cafes to lively boutiques, visitors can indulge in various culinary delights and shop for unique souvenirs.
The Sinagoga del Agua, a 14th-century Jewish synagogue, has been unearthed in a real estate project. The property developer intended to build apartments but instead discovered the archaeological remains of the synagogue and rabbis house. Original masonry was used whenever possible for the sensitive re-creation of this fascinating historical site, which features a women's gallery, bodega with giant storage vessels and miqve (ritual bath).
Fascinating to learn about the history of this place! A true gem.
Gitty Rosenberg — Google review
Beautiful place, Isabel our guide was great and went out of her comfort to support non Spanish speakers at the tour.
Fabiana Oliveira — Google review
Fascinating place, you have to visit it as part of a tour (in Spanish) but there are guides in English
Nick Slocombe — Google review
Wow!! A magical place, full of history. A must-see in Úbeda. I could have done the tour twice. The guide explained the history and told us the stories of this place in a really interesting way. Highly recommend!!
Rachel D — Google review
This is a fascinating place to visit. Previously hidden synagogue and small houses discovered during building works and restored as well as they could. The guides are very friendly and informative. We have been twice and the option of an English explanation has never been mentioned but obviously that doesn't mean they don't do it! We are fine with Spanish but it may not suit some foreign visitors. Well worth visiting.
Marion Green — Google review
Amazing space and story! Well worth it and affordable
Sandi Sullivan -Varga — Google review
Interesting guided visit for €5 of a fairly recently rediscovered medieval synagogue, or so it is believed. Developers of three adjacent buildings in 2006 found a basement with huge earthenware vases half sunk into the ground, all covered in sand and debris. Further excavations revealed a number of wells in adjacent cellars that were full of rubble, and a perfectly preserved large rectangular ceremonial bath down seven steps, all carved out of solid rock inside what must have been a prehistoric cave created by underground streams. Also a number of arches, columns and architectural features including a double prayer gallery as used by women in synagogues, above a central space that would have been used by men. Archaeologists concluded that during medieval and renaissance times this building had indeed been used as a clandestine synagogue during periods when the Jewish faith was persecuted in Spain.
Harry Pallas — Google review
Fascinating history of the serendipitous discovery of a synagogue and mikva in Úbeda, Spain
Jim Sears — Google review
Stupid that it costs you more to order the tickets online than at the door. And no effort is done by the cassièrre / guide to speak anything else than Spanish. The French and English texts don't explain a lot, are quiet rubbish. The whole visit is done very speedy, you are not allowed to take your time to admire anything. Definitely, in those circumstances, not worth the money.
Robert-Jan Engelbrecht — Google review
Most disappointed. We paid our entry fee. No audio guide. There was a spanish tour starting. We were obliged to join it. We were then told we could not proceed ahead of the tour, which was in spanish only, and taking 15-20 minutes per room. We left. We asked for our entry fee back. After consultation with the tour guide, this request was granted!!!! So we wasted 45 minutes and saw the 1st room only.
What a ridiculous bunch of clowns!
Gary Duffy — Google review
Very unusual , unique well preserved . Historically very interesting of Jewish community. Good guided information .
luc de block — Google review
Refused us entry because we were one minute late.Hugely disappointing! Must admit we do not have great admiration for those in charge. We are from the states and returning to this area would be an extremely remote possibility.
Baeza Cathedral, located in Andalucia, was built after the Reconquista destroyed the mosque that previously stood in its place. The cathedral showcases a mix of architectural styles, with the 16th-century Renaissance style being predominant. This is evident in both the facade on Plaza de Santa Maria and the design of the three-nave interior by Andres de Vandelvira. Visitors can also explore a museum and lookout tower within the medieval-era church.
Monumental!
Amparo Argüelles Luis — Google review
The cathedral is a city site you need to visit, but I must say that if you are allowing tourists to go to the top of the tower the least it can have is a rail so you can hold yourself. It is not very safe.
Mery CB — Google review
Slot in a coin and the lights come on
duckula — Google review
It's OK but 6 euros per person is too expensive for what it is...
Ruben RCL — Google review
The city was a real surprise to me - worth a visit
Andreas Schaller — Google review
Nice small church! Must-See in Baeza
Nick Bischofberger — Google review
€7 per adult gets you the church, cloister and tower, plus a free audio guide. The interior is as you would expect. The tower has 170 steps to the top and you are warned that the bells will ring at midday.
Motorhome Quest — Google review
(Translated by Google) I loved all the history that this cathedral holds, built on an Arab mosque, initially medieval, with Gothic additions.
The chapels have jewels, the interior grille is beautiful and it has one of the most beautiful tabernacles I have ever seen.
Using the spiral staircase you go up to the tower with amazing views of Baeza.
It is worth paying the 8e entry fee.
Go with time to see it well
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Me ha encantado toda la historia que atesora esta catedral, construida sobre una mezquita árabe, primero medieval, con añadidos góticos.
Las capillas tienen joyas, la reja interior es preciosa y tiene uno de los sagrario más bonitos que he visto nunca.
Por la escalera en caracol se sube a la torre con unas vistas de Baeza alucinantes.
Merece la pena pagar los 8e de entrada.
Ir con tiempo para verla bien
Beautiful world heritage site. The town of Baeza is very beautiful. we went in February only to check out sights. Unfortunately, we arrived during lunchtime, and a lot of the touristic sites were closed for lunch. You only need a few hours to check out this town, but I recommend you don't miss it as it's pretty, definitely worth a visit. February was relatively quiet.
Annabelle Codali — Google review
Great place! Beautiful architecture! Peace and quiet. Love it
Olena Sharko — Google review
Town was a bit disappointing not much atmosphere, old part was worth seeing
Christine Swabey — Google review
Beautiful little town with a quaint historic centre. Beautiful cathedral and medieval palaces. Old centre is a no traffic zone. A very pleasant visit. It is best to park the car outside along the circular way called Murallas, where the views are fantastic.
Marc Stroobants — Google review
Must visit ... history, scenic surroundings and great food
Ha Ho — Google review
Like a ghost town with sometimes a cattle of tourists behind a guide
The Terra Oleum science museum is highly educational and definitely worth a trip. It's unfortunate that it isn't widely promoted in this region known for its olive groves. This state-of-the-art museum provides an in-depth understanding of olive oil, showcasing a range of interesting exhibits in a cutting-edge interactive setting. The staff are friendly and the facility itself is both innovative and interactive. I would definitely recommend visiting this unique museum to learn more about the fascinating world of olive oil production.
We arrived on a very wet and windy day and were the only visitors the lady that met us was very friendly and let us roam around the museum at our leisure. Incredibly informative great interactive displays. We will definitely come back.
Richard Lewin — Google review
A very informative museum, really worth a visit. It is a pity that it is not more advertised in this region of olive groves. We are recomanded.
Jasna babič — Google review
We really wanted to learn more about the local agriculture and economy so went out of our way on a Saturday morning to visit this modern museum. What a waste. Terrible signposting in area then when we arrived it was closed. Website says open until 1pm on Saturday. Notice on door says the same. All very closed. After further searching we drove away at midday. Not the way to make tourists welcome.
David Hillebrandt — Google review
Very interesting state of the art museum about olive oil. Everything you want to know about the stuff in a super modern interactive museum.
Marc Haywood — Google review
Museum interactive and very innovative! Nice staff also! I recomend.
Samuel Bernhard — Google review
There was no one there. Literally, not even an employee.
Corey Williams — Google review
A visit that can't be missed.
Tammy Karambelas — Google review
(Translated by Google) 😲A super pleasant experience, that will leave you speechless 😲.
In the photos you could already see some impressive facilities and that's what they are.
🏛️The museum is super modern, educational and prepared for both children and adults.
🔝 It contains many interactive panels, videos, projectors, educational and very entertaining games adapted for different audiences.
Everything is done with great taste and design!!!
🤗 CHEMA was the one who assisted us and we couldn't be happier for their sympathy, passion and for the learning they provided.
😊We are from the world of oil, however, there are endless things to discover.
Without a doubt, it was a real success to have gone to visit you.
🔥We can only recommend this visit, whether you have no idea about the world of oil or if your level is advanced.
We threaten to repeat 😊😊😊
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😲Una experiencia súper grata, que te dejará boquiabierto 😲.
En las fotos ya se veían unas Instalaciones impresionantes y así son.
🏛️El museo es super moderno, didáctico y preparado tanto para niños como para adultos.
🔝 Contiene muchos paneles interactivos, videos, proyectores, juegos educativos y muy amenos adaptados para diferentes públicos.
¡¡¡Todo está realizado con mucho gusto y diseño!!!
🤗 CHEMA fue quien nos atendió y no podemos estar más contentas por su simpatía, pasión y por los aprendizajes aportados.
😊Somos del mundo del aceite, sin embargo, hay un sinfín de cosas por descubrir.
Sin duda, un auténtico acierto haber ido a visitaros.
🔥Solo podemos recomendar esta visita, tanto si no tienes ni idea del mundo del aceite como si ti tu nivel es avanzado.
Amenazamos con repetir 😊😊😊
Laura Calvo — Google review
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Edificio Terra Oleum, Parque Geolit, C. Sierra Morena, 13A, 23620 Mengíbar, Jaén, Spain
A more than 1000 years old castle still standing certainly worth a visit. It is very impressive and in very good condition. The guided tour in Spanish was very good and informative.
Lars Jensen — Google review
I'm sure it would have been a great place to visit but unfortunately it's closed on Tuesdays, don't understand why tourist attractions in most cities and countries aren't open 7 days a week, it just doesn't make sense in this day and age????????????
Kav — Google review
Lovely building, with information panels in Spanish and English. We paid for the guided tour, but she wasn't interested in doing this and spent her time chatting to another colleague. Disappointing aspect. Castle definitely worth a visit though. Nice views.
Sandy Hicks — Google review
Didn’t enter cause it was closed but the outside was beautiful and there was a cute black cat climbing the walls
Soren — Google review
Oldest castle in Spain: intact and very well preserved with an interesting tour (only available in Spanish). Deducted a star as the castle has no washrooms and there are none in the vicinity!
Sylvia M — Google review
Unexpectedly amazing!
Encarnacion Hidalgo Tenorio — Google review
Beautiful castle, interesting history, good guide, buy tickets from the tourist office.
Leena Jaakkola — Google review
Booked and paid online just a day before for our visit on 7 May. There were only two other people visiting at the same time. Our guide (a young blonde haired girl from Baños de la Encina) was very enthusiastic. She spoke solidly for more than half an hour, then gave us time to look around by ourselves. The tour was in Spanish. I didn't ask if there was an English option and can understand that it would take twice as long to do it in two languages. It would be nice if there was a paper copy of some key points in English for foreigners whose Spanish isn't fluent. We loved the castle and would definitely recommend the tour. There is a large public car park just below the castle, near the tourist information office.
Nikki Parker — Google review
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Calle Sta. María, 1, 23711 Baños de la Encina, Jaén, Spain
A great museum with fantastic displays and information about the battle. The setting is amazing too on the edge of the natural park. From the reconstructed keep you can get amazing panoramic views of the surrounding countryside where the battle took place.
Jeff Miller — Google review
I found it very interesting with audio guide. 4 euros for the entrance fee which is at the top end for value I suppose, but then the girl on the desk was very helpful and friendly.
I recommend it if you have some time, there is a play area for children and a cafe. Also at times archery. You need about an hour and half to listen to everything and time to take in the views from the tower.
Peter Nickson — Google review
Excellent displays and information
Norma Doody — Google review
Spent a great afternoon enjoying this modern museum, the vivid history and beautiful geographical area. Well worth a visit, especially when events are scheduled.
Jwg — Google review
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Ctra de Miranda del Rey, s/n, 23213 Santa Elena, Jaén, Spain
Basílica y Real Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Cabeza
Shrine
Sights & Landmarks
Historical landmark
Pilgrimage place
Place of worship
Churches & Cathedrals
Imsupersble
Juan Pelado — Google review
Interesting stop. Great views. If you park at the top, give a donation to the parking man. Found toilets down the steps at the left hand side of the basilica. Nice drink and sandwich in the town Square afterwards.
Janey C — Google review
(Translated by Google) Located in a spectacular enclave of the Sierra de Andújar, the sanctuary was finally built between 1287 and 1304 in the hill of the head, and was renovated at the end of the 16th century. Since 1930, they attend the cult in the sanctuary. During the Spanish Civil War, she was the shelter of about two hundred civil guards from the national side of the province who adhered to the military survey in Spain of July 1936, of its families and numerous civilians who were trapped inside. They resisted for nine months the siege against a very superior contingent of faithful soldiers to the government of the Second Republic, until 1 May 1937 was taken by the Republican side. The final result of the bombings on the sanctuary was its reduction to rubble, the loss of its artistic wealth and the primitive image of the virgin of the head, due to the resistance of refugees under Captain Santiago Cortés González and the importance and repercussion that the press of both sides gave to the development of the siege. The facts were taken to the cinema in 1949 with "The sanctuary does not surrender", one of the films that were edited for the surrounding of the national side during the Franco dictatorship. Visit highly recommended, making a small walk on a road that leads to the top. Worth.
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Ubicado en un espectacular enclave de la sierra de Andújar, el Santuario se construyó finalmente entre 1287 y 1304 en el cerro de La Cabeza, y fue reformado a finales del siglo XVI. Desde 1930 atienden el culto en el Santuario. Durante la Guerra Civil Española fue el refugio de unos doscientos guardias civiles sublevados del bando nacional de la provincia que se adhirieron al levantamiento militar en España de julio de 1936, de sus familias y de numerosos civiles que quedaron atrapados en su interior. Resistieron durante nueve meses al asedio contra un contingente muy superior de soldados fieles al Gobierno de la Segunda República, hasta que el 1 de mayo de 1937 fue tomado por el bando republicano. El resultado final de los bombardeos sobre el Santuario fue su reducción a escombros, la pérdida de su riqueza artística y de la imagen primitiva de la Virgen de la Cabeza, debido a la resistencia de los refugiados al mando del capitán Santiago Cortés González y la importancia y repercusión que la prensa de ambos bandos dio al desarrollo del asedio. Los hechos se llevaron al cine en 1949 con "El santuario no se rinde", una de las películas que se editaron para el ensalzamiento del bando Nacional durante la Dictadura franquista. Visita muy recomendable, haciendo un pequeño paseo por un camino que lleva hasta la cima. Merece la pena.
Salvador Vaquero — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is always a pleasure to see the patron saint of the huntsmen again in the middle of the Sierra Morena.
Impressive views and a beautiful temple surrounded by a lot of faith.
(Original)
Siempre es un placer volver a ver a la patrona de los monteros en plena Sierra Morena.
Vistas impresionantes y un bonito templo rodeado de mucha fe.
Carlos Pastor — Google review
(Translated by Google) I find it shameful that people go to see the sanctuary and the elevator is not open since there are many people there who cannot get up on their own and want to see the virgin and cannot even enter due to poor management. They ask for a quote to install it and once installed it is not used because you have to have the key to be able to use it and the key is not there. This not only happened today that we went, but the elevator has been closed for many months!!!
(Original)
Me parece vergonzoso que la gente vaya a ver el santuario y no esté el ascensor abierto puesto que ahí muchísima gente que no puede súbete por su propio pie y quieran ver a la virgen y no pueda ni entrar por la mal gestión. Piden presupuesto para ponerlo y una vez puesto no se utiliza porque tienes que tener la llave para poder utilizarlo y la llave no está. Esto no solo a pasado hoy mismo que emos ido si no que lleva el ascensor muchísimos meses cerrado!!!
Rocio Pallas traver — Google review
(Translated by Google) The Basilica and Royal Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Cabeza in Andújar is a sacred place of great importance and beauty. The imposing architecture of the basilica and the devotion that surrounds it make it a special destination. It is a significant pilgrimage site in Spain and a display of deep faith. I invite you to visit this sanctuary to experience its spirituality and appreciate its impressive architecture.
(Original)
La Basílica y Real Santuario de la Virgen de la Cabeza en Andújar es un lugar sagrado de gran importancia y belleza. La arquitectura imponente de la basílica y la devoción que la rodea la convierten en un destino especial. Es un lugar de peregrinaje significativo en España y una muestra de la profunda fe. Te invito a visitar este santuario para experimentar su espiritualidad y apreciar su arquitectura impresionante.
Yzia TR (yzia1986) — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful basilica... With the virgin in a carving that can be visited. By some stairs at the back of the altar... She is the patron saint of Andújar!
(Original)
Preciosa basílica... Con la virgen en una talla que se puede visitar. Por.unas escaleras al fondo del altar... Es la patrona de Andújar!
David Reyes Jimenez — Google review
(Translated by Google) I was impressed by the devotion of its visitors, magnificent landscapes
(Original)
Me impresionó la devoción de sus visitantes,magníficos paisajes
Dolores LOPEZ GUILLEN — Google review
(Translated by Google) I write this review because whether you are Catholic or not, it is a place that you cannot miss, although the road is narrow and curvy, it is worth it when you arrive, not only the Basilica, but its entire surroundings of the brotherhood house, the views of the mountains, and the people you meet, the Basilica is beautiful for its architecture and very pretty and worth seeing inside, it is a monument that I recommend to everyone
(Original)
Escribo está reseña porque seas o no católico, es un lugar que no te puedes perder, aunque el camino sea angosto y con curvas, vale la pena cuando llegas, no sólo la Basílica, sino todo su entorno de casa de cofradías, las vistas de la sierra, y la gente que te encuentras, la Basílica es preciosa por su arquitectura y muy bonita y digna de ver por dentro, es todo un monumento que recomiendo a todo el mundo
Pepi Lara garrido — Google review
(Translated by Google) Incredible place where it is located. It's worth going. The road from Andújar is fun for drivers who like curves and playing with the clutch...about 30km from Andújar and allows you to visit the reservoir before going up. I recommend it to you.
(Original)
Increíble paraje donde se encuentra situado. Merece la pena ir. La carretera hasta llegar desde Andújar es divertida para los conductores que les gusten las curvas y jugar con el embrague...unos 30km desde Andújar y os permite antes de subir visitar el pantano. Os lo recomiendo.
Mamen Cercos — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful Basilica within a beautiful enclave. From the moment you enter the path that takes you to the Sanctuary you can enjoy beautiful mountain landscapes. There is a midpoint where the pilgrim's viewpoint is, from which you can see the Sanctuary in the distance and there is a sign where you can read a little about its history. The road has quite a few curves, normal for a mountain, but it is worth taking the road to get to the Basilica. It is very pretty and the Virgin is beautiful. Down in the town are the brotherhood houses and there are restaurants and shops. You can do the end of the journey walking up a steep slope that takes you to the top or you can arrive by car. The views from above are impressive. There is a Pilgrimage every year to which many people come.
(Original)
Bonita Basílica dentro de un enclave precioso. Desde que te adentras por el camino que te lleva hasta el Santuario puedes disfrutar de unos preciosos paisajes de montaña. Hay un punto medio en el que esta el mirador del peregrino, desde el que puedes ver a lo lejos el Santuario y hay un cartel en el que puedes leer un poquito de su historia. La carretera tiene bastantes curvas, normales en una montaña, pero merece la pena hacer el camino para llegar hasta la Basílica. Es muy bonita y la Virgen es preciosa. Abajo en el pueblo están las casas de las hermandades y hay restaurantes y tiendas. El final del trayecto lo puedes hacer andando por una cuesta empinada que te lleva hasta arriba o bien puedes llegar en coche. Las vistas desde arriba son impresionantes. Hay todos los años una Romería a la que acude muchísima gente.
Great palace and an excellent little tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and easy to be with. Tours at 4pm and 5pm. El Pinky bar a great place to eat and drink while waiting for the tour! Loved the town.
Lindsay Ostervig — Google review
We thought it was well worth the visit and at €3 person, it's good value for money. You can do an audio guide via your phone or get a guided tour however probably only in Spanish. The frescos are in a good state and there is plenty to take in. Take note of the opening times and if the door is closed then ring the bell for the vigilante.
Motorhome Quest — Google review
(Translated by Google) We arrived a little late and they were great, letting us join the guided tour. All the guide's comments were very interesting. The place was very beautiful, both for its paintings, sculptures, gardens, etc. What most caught my attention was the comment about the earthquake, the lamps above the door and the origin of the last name BAZAN. I am not releasing a garment so that you can visit him ...
(Original)
Llegamos un poquito tarde y se portaron genial dejándonos sumarnos a la visita guiada. Fueron muy interesantes todos los comentarios del guía.El lugar muy bonito, tanto por sus pinturas, esculturas, jardines, etc. Lo que más me llamó la atención fue lo comentado sobre el terremoto, las lámparas que hay encima de la puerta y el origen del apellido BAZAN. No suelto prenda para que vayáis a visitarlo...
Iker Urien — Google review
Impressive. Worth a stop
Cindy Moyer — Google review
Loved it . Also the city.
Horacio Waisgluss — Google review
(Translated by Google) A little piece of Italy in the heart of La Mancha.
And listen to the guide, don't fall like me.
Essential.
We went and returned from Madrid in the day.
It is mandatory to reserve in advance. €3, which seems very cheap to me for what they offer.
Maybe, since there is so much to see, they go a little fast.
(Original)
Un trocito de Italia en el corazón de La Mancha.
Y haced caso al guía, no os caigáis como yo.
Imprescindible.
Nosotros fuimos y volvimos desde Madrid en el día.
Es obligatorio reservar antes. 3€, que me parece baratísimo para lo que ofrecen.
Quizás, como hay tanto que ver, van un poco deprisa.
Albaricoque Hidalgo — Google review
(Translated by Google) An absolute gem of Spanish baroque architecture with an incredible collection of frescoes. I was unaware of the existence of this palace in such a small town. The history of Spain is wonderful (although they insist on not studying it) and from this great sailor Álvaro de Bazán, it is exciting.
I am very grateful to the people who show the museum for their passion and love in telling it. You only charge the will of three euros, of course I recommend giving at least €10.
You have to find out about the schedules, they usually teach in groups at o'clock.
(Original)
Una absoluta joya de la arquitectura barroca española con una colección de frescos, increíble. Desconocía la existencia de este palacio en un pueblo tan pequeño. la historia de España, es maravillosa ( aunque se empeñan en no estudiarla ) y desde este gran marino Álvaro de Bazán, es apasionante.
Las personas que enseñan el museo les agradezco muchísimo su pasión y el cariño en contarlo . Solo cobra la voluntad de tres euros por supuesto recomiendo dar como mínimo 10 €.
Hay que informarse de los horarios, suelen enseñar haciendo grupos a las en punto .
HOWARD ROARK — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful visit to the museum, the visit is totally worth it, extraordinary state of conservation of the paintings, a must-see, the entrance is a voluntary contribution of €3, you can also enter without making any contribution, the visits are guided and everything is explained very good.
(Original)
Preciosa visita al museo, la visita merece totalmente la pena extraordinario estado de conservación de las pinturas, una visita obligada, la entrada es una aportación voluntaria de 3€, también puedes acceder sin hacer ninguna aportación, las visitas son guiadas y te explican todo muy bien.
Antonio Sánchez Sánchez — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is surprising to find this Renaissance palace with Italian airs in the austere Manche. The entrance fee consists of a voluntary contribution of three euros for maintenance work, which is not enough for what you see inside.
The visit lasts approximately one hour, which is enjoyable with the guide's explanations and can be completed with a visit to the church.
(Original)
Es sorprendente encontrar en la austera Mancha este palacio renacentista de aires italianos. La entrada consiste en una aportación voluntaria de tres euros para labores de mantenimiento que resulta poco para lo que se ve dentro.
La visita dura aproximadamente una hora que resulta amena con las explicaciones del guía y se puede completar con la visita a la iglesia.
MIGUEL ANGEL MORENO MARIN — Google review
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Pl. Pradillo, 12, 13770 Viso del Marqués, Ciudad Real, Spain
Restaurante San Antonio Valdepeñas offers a taste of regional Spanish cuisine and an impressive selection of wines, all within the charming setting of an 18th-century building. The restaurant is highly regarded for its outstanding food, excellent service, and inviting ambiance. Diners can savor a variety of dishes, from exceptional risotto to delectable fish and tapas, complemented by a great wine collection.
The food was excellent, and at a fair price (€17.90 menu with 2 courses, bread, drink and dessert). I couldn't finish my cachopo and was offered to takeout.
Unfortunately the serving time was extremely high (almost 50 minutes waiting until the first dish), but they told us they had a problem at the kitchen and is not the norm. I believe them, and I still rate 5 stars because of the extremely good quality/price ratio. Just beware it's not a place to eat in 40 minutes.
Carlos M. — Google review
Super good food and fast service, can't complain anything.
Jie Wang — Google review
Absolutely outstanding in every way, this place is one of the area's hidden treasures, which, if you're in the area, you cannot afford to miss. Ambiance, service and foodwise, very much worth the kilometers that many endure in order to reserve a table here. An outstanding risotto, great fish, tapas and - as behooves the area - a great wine selection. You will absolutely travel back in order to enjoy the varied items, a-la-carte or in a tapas-style experience. Try it once, and become a lifetime regular. Also great for that business occasion or important event, with an absolutely unbeatable price/quality balance, with which you will undoubtedly surprise your associates and guests. Do call well in advance.-
HJ Normey — Google review
Probably the best town south of Madrid for vino 🍷 tinto and tapas in Spain. Worth a visit even without a the famous "feria de la tapa" !
Michael “Schocki PFF” Schock — Google review
Great Food, very nice and supportive waiting staff.
So far the best restaurant in town.
Daniel Pérez — Google review
Good food and atmosphere
Christina Marie Giuffre — Google review
Great place to Sunday Stroll on foot.
Dwayne — Google review
Good
عبدالمجيد السليمان — Google review
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Pl. España, 8, 13300 Valdepeñas, Ciudad Real, Spain
Group of small lakes in Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, a revered spot for birdwatching & swimming.
One of my fav spots in La Mancha. Great natural park for a day out where you can swim, sunbath,rent a boat,trekking,biking... shame people don’t look after them very well.
Jose Daniel Daimiel Villaverde — Google review
Please don’t trust Google Maps to find this Park entrance. I was lost in the park and had a difficult time finding my way. At the same time, it's not as beautiful as you see in the pics.
Sayed Mahdi Munadi — Google review
In via park v
C Laguna de Ruidera have a ( Daljit mini supermarket )
Phoenix cafe bar
La strada Italian Restaurant
BAJA BAR
All open every day
Daljit Sangra — Google review
Great place, with alot to see, great day out, great for picnics or swimming or just exploring around, there is parking but its limited , overall great day out with the family or friends
Tyrone Murtagh — Google review
Expectacular
Dolores Gr — Google review
(Translated by Google) An amazing place! A unique place or few like it in the world.
All lagoons are accessible by car and there are many picnic areas, otherwise there are several restaurants with a typical local menu.
In the various lagoons it is possible to swim and in some even rent canoes. In addition to swimming and taking advantage of the picnic areas, you can take walks along the paths around the lagoons themselves. I highly recommend it, you will be enchanted with a strong desire to return.
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Un posto fantastico! Un luogo unico o pochi così al mondo.
Tutte le lagune sono accessibili in auto e son presenti molte aree pic-nic, altrimenti sono presenti diversi ristoranti con un menù tipico locale.
Nelle varie lagune è possibile farsi il bagno ed in alcune perfino affittare canoe. Oltre farsi il bagno e sfruttare le aree pic-nic si possono fare passeggiate lungo i sentieri intorno alle stesse lagune. Lo consiglio fortemente, rimarrete incantati con una forte voglia di ritornarci.
Marco B. — Google review
(Translated by Google) A VERY BEAUTIFUL "BEAUTIFUL" PLACE AND EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NOT BATHING "SEASON" IT WAS GOOD WITH PEOPLE!! A "MUST" VISIT WHETHER FALL, WINTER, AND OF COURSE IN SUMMER!! 👏💦⛱️
(Original)
UN LUGAR "PRECIOSO" MUY BONITO Y A PESAR DE QUE NO ERA "TEMPORADA" DE BAÑO ESTABA BIEN DE GENTE!! VISITA "OBLIGADA" SEA OTOÑO, INVERNO, Y PORSUPUESTO EN VERANO!! 👏💦⛱️
JOSE HONRADO — Google review
(Translated by Google) In the middle of the La Mancha steppe is the oasis that could be considered the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park.
Emblematic place of waterfalls that are recommended to visit in the wet season, that is, in spring, to be able to see all their force in action.
The Park consists of a total of 16 lagoons. In some of them bathing is allowed and it is a typical recreational place for the locals to withstand the high temperatures that the region reaches in the summer.
You will also find boat rental stands. If you use them, it is advisable not to go against the current between lagoons. It can end up stranded among reeds.
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En mitad de la estepa manchega se encuentra el oasis que podría ser considerado el Parque Natural de las Lagunas de Ruidera.
Lugar emblemático de cascadas que se recomiendan visitar en la estación húmeda, es decir, en primavera, para poder avistar toda su fuerza en acción.
El Parque consta de un total de 16 lagunas. En algunas de ellas se permite el baño y es lugar típico de recreo del lugareño para soportar las altas temperaturas que alcanza la región en la epoca estival.
Encontrarán puestos de alquiler de barcas también. Si se hace uso de ellas, es recomendable no meterse a contracorriente entre lagunas. Puede acabar encallada entre juncos.
Natalia — Google review
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13248, Ciudad Real, Spain
13
Calatrava la Nueva and Sacro Convento
Castle
Sights & Landmarks
Historical landmark
Sacred & Religious Sites
Ancient and emblematic place. Very well explained during the guided tour, and the historic events that took place during la reconquista. Very recommendable. I expect it will be supported with more resources to maintein and promote such a simbolic place.
Antonio Garrido — Google review
Very bueutiful place and surrounding area, its worth to see it. The tickets is only 4 euro. I would advise to take actually whole day trip.
E P — Google review
You can feel history in places like this. Old convent and castle. The guided visit is a must. The views from the top of the castle are impressive. It was intended to protect the pass to the north from muslims in the south. The road to the castle is really bad. Sharp uneven rocks give an ancient look but also the feel. You can break something in your car. 15minutes for 2km up the hill. Take care.
Kim GoDive — Google review
Amazing place to explore and understand a little bit of medieval history
Michael Flory — Google review
Beutiful historic monument. Well kept.
Aytek Gül — Google review
Must see, with a passionate guide you will go back in time
Jose Mendez Carnero — Google review
Epic visit to this castle and one of the best of our 1,100 mile Spanish road trip. Liked the dramatic music they played as you entered which added to the atmosphere. Slightly more printed information than elsewhere. Amazing views and the drive their was fun.
Richard Beer — Google review
An excellent remain. Must visit. The church is very grand and has a magic feeling.
Wieke Gray — Google review
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Cerro Alacranejo, Carretera de Calzada de Calatrava a Puertollano, Km 2,3, 13380 Aldea del Rey, Ciudad Real, Spain
A very interesting museum with a great shop on-site. We bought cheese & wine, both of which were delicious, especially the wine! I wish we had bought more. Well worth a visit.
Eric Kingston — Google review
Great little museum that showcases the history, process and origins of Manchego cheese. Attached is an art exhibit and a memorial to a local legend and bull fighter. Perhaps the best thing, it's free!
Cory Ring — Google review
What a great small museum that explains the making of manchego cheese. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great cheese to purchase at the end of the self guided tour
SethK - — Google review
Interesting museum if you are interested in cheese..art..Spanish history. Not just a cheese museum. The history of cheese making is there and a lot of the background to Manchego including the sheep.
David Rix — Google review
Free museum and you get to buy cheese at the end of the tour. What could be better than that?
Anabel Cefai — Google review
It was interesting but nobody there didn't understand English 😎
Remy Barbo — Google review
Small museum. Friendly personal attention. Small shop. Lots of info about bullfighter Ignacio Mejias. Well worth a Euro for two bits of cheese and a small glass of wine.
Christopher Vallely — Google review
Interesting museum met authentic artifacts and at the end of the visit you are treated to a glass of wine and a slice of the manchego cheese. Delicious 💞
Angella Baars-Reid — Google review
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C. de las Monjas, 12, 13200 Manzanares, Ciudad Real, Spain
Came after 17 years to watch the play El burlador de la sardina, as part of the International Classical Theatre Festival directed by Ignacio García. The Corral de Comedias dates back to the XVII century and is, together with the one in Alcalá de Henares, the oldest in the world. These were the first theatres, contemporary of Shakespeare’s original Globe, where people would use the patios between houses to represent plays. If the plays were successful, lots of people came by horse, reason for which you still tell actors and actresses, directors and technical staff, when you’re about to do a play, the phrase “Mucha mierda.”
Anand Enebral — Google review
Classic spanish theater. Offers guided visits. It is an inner "patio" of old houses, where audience occupies the ground floor and the balconies in small wooden chairs. No roof, just covered with some awning to protect from sun (or cold days). Plays are also centuries old. An interesting experience.
Kim GoDive — Google review
A must if you are travelling to Almagro! It is super worty. For 7 euros, you get a theatre show, really funny with great actors, and an explanation about how the theatre culture was born in Almagro and about the history of the place. The visit takes around 1h.
Mario R — Google review
Worth popping in if you are in the town. €2 with an audio guide - not that much to see but it is unique
Patrick Bastow — Google review
A piece of theatre history and Castillian culture that was almost lost in the mists of time. Nice visit with audioguide included in the price. Unfortunately not adapted for persons with reduced mobility, I'm afraid.
Rodrigo Sato — Google review
The theater is from the 16th century and it is very interesting to see.
The Teatro Municipal, a special and must-visit corner in Almagro, offers a captivating program for theater enthusiasts. Its annual theater festival in July promises an intriguing lineup of performances. Throughout the year, visitors can explore this hidden gem and appreciate the grandeur of its marvelous productions. A visit to this remarkable venue is highly recommended to experience the beauty of performing arts at its finest.
(Translated by Google) It has been a pleasure, the work is incredible, the theater staff is charming, Almagro and its theater are worth visiting
(Original)
Ha sido todo un gusto, la obra incrwible, el personal del teatro encantador, merece l pena visitar Almagro y su teatro
Paqui López — Google review
(Translated by Google) Recommended. It is a 19th-century building, dating from 1865, in a very attractive neo-Greco-Roman style. It has three floors. At the beginning of the 20th century it was used as a cinema. The theater was restored in 1989, after presenting a dilapidated state. The facade was designed according to the decontextualized neoclassicist style. Elliptically shaped to generate an adequate sound. They emphasize the comfort of the seats and the height of their backrests. The stairs with original marbles. The Municipal Theater is one of the official venues of the Almagro International Festival next to the Corral de Comedias. Enter, go through all its corners and corridors, sit wherever you want, and enjoy going on stage to be the main actor or actress for a few moments.
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Recomendado. Se trata de un edificio del siglo XIX, fechado en 1865 de estilo neo-grecorromano muy coqueto. Dispone de tres plantas. A primero del siglo XX fue usado como cine. El teatro fue restaurado en 1989, tras presentar estado ruinoso. La fachada fue proyectada según el estilo neoclasicista descontextualizado. De forma elíptica para generar una adecuada sonoridad. Destacan la comodidad de los asientos y la altura de los respaldos de los mismos. Las escaleras con mármoles originales. El Teatro Municipal es una de las sedes oficiales del Festival Internacional de Almagro junto al Corral de Comedias. Entra, recorre todos sus rincones, y pasillos, siéntate donde quieras, y disfruta subir al escenario para ser tu el actor o actriz principal por unos instantes.
Gabi Papito — Google review
(Translated by Google) A good time to visit and enjoy a good play is in the month of July, during the Almagro International Classical Theater Festival.
The ceiling paintings represent the muses of the performing arts:
Talia => goddess of comedy
Melpomene => goddess of tragedy
Tersicore => goddess of Dance and Music
Polyhymnia => goddess of Lyric Poetry.
A charming theatre, to bring the classics closer to spectators of all ages.
It has a capacity for 530 spectators
Visit him!
(Original)
Un buen momento para visitar y disfrutar de una buena obra de teatro es en el mes de Julio, durante el festival internacional de teatro clásico de Almagro
Las pinturas del techo representan a las musas de las artes escénicas:
Talía => diosa de la comedia
Melpómene => diosa de la tragedia
Tersicore => diosa de la Danza y la Música
Polimnia => diosa de la Poesía Lírica.
Un teatro coqueto, para acercar los clásicos a espectadores de todas las edades.
Consta de un aforo para 530 espectadores/as
Visítalo!
Jorge — Google review
(Translated by Google) Cozy and small municipal theater in the town. You can access individually or with the voucher to visit a total of 3 or 7 monuments. Gives the option of a guided tour or free audiogy through a QR code found at the entrance.
(Original)
Coqueto y pequeño teatro municipal de la localidad. Se puede acceder individual o con el bono para visitar un total de 3 o 7 monumentos. Da la opción de visita guiada o audiogia gratuita a traves de un codigo QR que se encuentra en la entrada.
Jesús Galván Fernández — Google review
(Translated by Google) A jewel in the heart of Almagro!! Without words, cozy, flirtatious, spectacular!
If fresh on top it is quite a relic! Mandatory stop!
I hope one day I can see some function in it!
(Original)
Uña joya en el corazón de Almagro!! Sin palabras, acogedor, coqueto, espectacular!
Si fresco en la parte superior es toda una reliquia! Parada obligatoria!
Ojalá algún día poder ver alguna función en él!
Mar Sanchez Rodriguez — Google review
(Translated by Google) A gem in Almagro that we did not know!
It is worth entering and contemplating such a magnificent work.
Your visit is highly recommended
(Original)
Una joya en Almagro que no conocíamos!
Merece la pena entrar y contemplar tan magnífica obra.
Muy recomendable su visita
Alex Santos — Google review
(Translated by Google) Flirty and collected theater.
Of singular architecture
(Original)
Coqueto y recogido teatro.
De singular arquitectura
Se. Uve. — Google review
(Translated by Google) Special and a corner that you have to visit. Surely in the month of July with the theater festival... there will be an interesting program. During the year you can go visit it… and it is worth it
(Original)
Especial y un rincón que tienes que visitar. Seguro que en el mes de julio con el festival de teatro… hará una programación interesante. Durante el año puedes ir a visitarlo… y merece la pena
Abdón Alcañiz — Google review
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C. San Agustín, 20, 13270 Almagro, Ciudad Real, Spain
(Translated by Google) Wonderful museum, by an unknown painter who knew how to teach his nephew the best!
The building is beautiful and bright !!
The man who attended us was very polite!
The
Museum is free!
(Original)
Maravilloso museo , de un pintor desconocido que supo enseñar lo mejor a su sobrino!!
El edificio es bonito y luminoso!!
El hombre que nos atendió muy educado !
El
Museo es gratis !
Lucia Mar?a Almagro — Google review
Expectacular
Tecno 15 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The building is very nice and modern. The exhibition is small, but interesting. There is a floor with black and white paintings and another with color paintings. Admission is free.
(Original)
El edificio es muy bonito y moderno. La exposición es pequeña, pero interesante.Hay una planta con cuadros en blanco y negro y otra con cuadros en color.La entrada es gratis.
MissCelius — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good collection by López Torres, explained with enthusiasm and professionalism by the person in charge of the museum.
Magnificent building and environment.
(Original)
Muy buena colección de López Torres, explicada con entusiasmo y profesionalidad por la responsable del museo.
Magnífico edificio y entorno.
Juan Gómez Castañeda — Google review
(Translated by Google) Tremendously interesting museum. He did not know the artist, and he turned out to be Antonio López's mentor. The works that we find in this museum are mainly made in graphite on paper and in oil on canvas and panel. He has very high quality works and each of his paintings is very enjoyable. In the temporary exhibition there was an artist from Malaga, whose work honestly didn't mean anything to me. Special mention to the woman at the reception, who obviously loves her job and gives some very interesting brief explanations.
(Original)
Museo tremendamente interesante. Desconocía al artista, y resultó ser el mentor de Antonio López. Las obras que encontramos en este museo principalmente están hechas a grafito sobre papel y al óleo sobre lienzo y tabla. Tiene obras de muy alta calidad y se disfruta mucho cada uno de sus cuadros. En la exposición temporal había un artista malagueño, que sinceramente, su obra no me dijo nada. Mención especial a la mujer de recepción, que se ve que ama su trabajo y da unas breves explicaciones muy interesantes.
Andrés Navarro — Google review
(Translated by Google) This museum designed by Fernando Hidalgo, a Madrid architect, is spectacular as a building. Inside are the works of Antonio López Torres, uncle of the famous hyperrealist painter, Antonio López García, who convinced the architect to design the museum. The garden and the part behind the building under construction. The two staircases, the monumental one and the spiral one, are a gem, as is the design of the ceilings that illuminate the rooms with filtered light so that they do not damage the works. The entire building with QR codes. In my opinion, a text is necessary that gives the importance that the architect and his work deserve. Ultimately, the building enhances the entire collection of Antonio López Torres, and another temporary exhibition by a Malaga artist. See the photos.
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Este museo diseñado por Fernando Hidalgo, arquitecto madrileño es espectacular como edificio. Dentro están expuestas las obras de Antonio lópez Torres, tio del famoso pintor hiperrealista, Antonio López García, quien convenció al arquitecto para que diseñara el museo. El jardín y la parte de detrás del edificio en obras. Las dos escaleras, la monumental, y la de caracol son una joya, como el diseño de los techos que iluminan las salas con luz tamizada para que no dañen las obras. Todo el edificio con códigos QR. En mi opinión es necesario un texto que de la importancia que merece al arquitecto y a su obra. A fin de cuentas el edificio realza toda la colección de Antonio López Torres, y de otra exposición temporal de un artista malagueño. Ver las fotos.
Concha ridaura cumplido — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful museum, great quality. The building and auditorium are beautiful. Thank you very much María Teresa for your explanation, kindness and detail. It's very nice to find such passionate people.
(Original)
Hermoso museo, muchísima calidad. El edificio y el auditorio son preciosos. Mil gracias María Teresa por tu explicación, amabilidad y detalle. Da mucho gusto encontrar gente tan apasionada.
Augusto Tinetti — Google review
(Translated by Google) I highly recommend your visit! It is a beautiful two-story building and its interior is surprising. On the ground floor there are all the graphite drawings and on the upper floor the paintings.
The guide was very friendly and even showed us a catalog with more work by Antonio López Torres that was in other museums or private collections. What we miss is that there is no store to buy prints.
(Original)
Recomiendo mucho su visita! Es un edificio precioso de dos plantas y que sorprende su interior. En la planta baja están todos los dibujos a grafito y en la superior las pinturas.
La guía fue muy amable y hasta nos enseñó un catálogo con más obra de Antonio López Torres que estaba en otros museos o colección privada, lo que echamos de menos es que no hay tienda para comprar láminas.
Diana Abellán Martín — Google review
(Translated by Google) Small museum that has a lot of charm, and also a peculiar and curious architectural style. The paintings on the upper floor are iconic, it is very worth visiting this place on your stop in Tomelloso
(Original)
Pequeno museo que tiene mucho encanto, y tambien un estilo arquitectonico peculiar y curioso. Los cuadros en la planta de arriba son iconicos, merece muchissimo la pena de visitar este sitio en tu parada en Tomelloso
Federico Ricci — Google review
(Translated by Google) Small museum with an interesting interior design (on the outside it is a normal building).
It houses part of the work of Antonio López's uncle, also a painter, with an interesting story that is told in an educational way by the person in charge of the museum.
We liked it, but we found the collection quite limited; We are left wanting more.
(Original)
Museo pequeño con un interesante diseño interior (por fuera es un edificio normal).
Alberga parte de la obra del tío de Antonio López, también pintor, con una interesante historia que cuenta de forma didáctica la responsable del museo.
Nos gustó, pero nos pareció bastante limitada la colección; nos quedamos con ganas de más.
maria jose — Google review
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C. Pintor López Torres, 38, 13700 Tomelloso, Ciudad Real, Spain
Small national park & migratory bird site, explored by off-road vehicle, Segway or on foot.
Peace, tranquility and surrounded by nature. That is how everyone should spend at least one day every few months! Las Tablas is free, a lovely walk while admiring, small birds, geese, ducks, etc. The trees are amazing! There is a boardwalk to get you over the wetlands safely and to get you as close as you can to admire the scenery. There is a big parking area, restrooms, visitors center, observation area, and plenty of benches along the walk to take a rest if you need too. A wheelchair can make it through with some help (through some dirt areas). This is a very nice National Park which has been under the government's protection for over 50 years. I totally recommend a visit.
Michelle Martínez — Google review
It so desperately needs more water to reestablish its glory. What little remains still holds a great compliment of birds, however the majority of the reed beds are now dry.
The reserve is expertly maintained by a dedicated staff. But will it ever return to its former glory? Not with fields of new vines and olives planted sucking water from the water table. Nation help is needed to retain this Spanish treasure!
Derek Etherton — Google review
Lovely haven of peace and tranquility. Paths well maintained. Saw great number of birds
Gaynor Rowland — Google review
We visited on a sunny and warm Sunday afternoon at 6pm. There were still 100's of families, couples and guided parties walking round the various routes. We were lucky though to have a guide who was able to explain quite alot in English. The levels of water have fallen due to the dry weather and this has pushed the wildlife further away from the walkways and viewing areas. I suggest you either take a pair of binoculars with you or go on a guided walk that provides them. I think the best time to visit if you want to see as much wildlife and in particular the birdlife is in the mornings and from Monday to Friday as the numbers of people visiting are significantly lower than at the weekends. There are toilets situated at the start of your journey so I would say if you need to go do it before you set off walking. There is also a small shop selling souvenirs as well as snacks, water and ice cream etc. Try to visit in April and May or even earlier as the water levels drop as the summer months approach. On the plus side if you have travelled in a campervan or you are towing a caravan, you can stay overnight in one of the grassed car parks. Remember to bring your own food as Daimiel is about 14km away.👍👍👍👍
Gary Green — Google review
Friendly, helpful lady in visitor centre, who explained the current water shortages and how water is provided to maintain some good habitat for water birds.
On the day, protesters had closed the main road to Daimiel, so I detoured by Villarubio de los Ojos.
I expected Google maps would take me on the minor road to Daimiel town but Google maps was rubbish, taking me along rough farm tracks, told me to turn left onto a field - no tracks within 200m. It insisted on directing me to a hide that is only accessible on foot from the visitor centre, but refused to direct me to the visitor centre.
neil renwick — Google review
A beautiful Natural park to spend with Family and Friends. It was a beautiful experience walking around the park. During summer it is good to visit during morning because it could be very hot during tge middle of the day.
Annie's Tour The explorer — Google review
Bird watching in an easy way. Almost flat and well prepared with walkways over the water takes you to the observation posts. From these wooden cabins it is worth to use long shot photography and telescopes to watch wild life upclose. Big cranes arrived early november this year in numbers.
Ducks, storks, herons, cormorans...
Kim GoDive — Google review
It’s such a beautiful place, but I went on summer and it was slightly dry. Probably is better to come on a wet season.
María Gómez — Google review
Very nice, but ,like many places, lacking sufficient water
connie durheim — Google review
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Carr. a las Tablas de Daimiel, s/n, 13250 Daimiel, Ciudad Real, Spain
Beautiful views and if you want to see something unique, you must wait until sunset. The vineyards fields in combined with the sunset and the windmills made this an experience to remember for the rest of your life. You can access two of the windmills, one of them has a history and information about the use of them in the past, the other one has the grinding wheel and you can understand how the windmill works. They only turned on the working windmill 7 times in the year.
Lucia Ojeda Morales — Google review
If you’re in the area, I recommend a visit as the entrance fee is free plus you’ll get stunning photos of the windmills here. The parking on the side is free as well so don’t worry
Julia xtina (julia.xtina) — Google review
Beautiful wind mills, not as busy as the ones in Campo de Criptana.
Emi Lopez — Google review
One of my favourite places to visit when we visit our daughter in Alcazar.
William McFadden — Google review
Wanna meet the spirit of Don Quixote? This is a great place to do so
Javier Fernandez — Google review
Beautiful. Visited on a cold windy day, so I did not stay long but very picturesque Windmills and good views of the surrounding landscapes.
Doug N (heydn62) — Google review
If you want to have an impression how it was in times of Don Quixote it is a good idea to come here and look at the windmills, walk between them, feel the wind that is blowing and look down at the fields of Castilla la Mancha. You can access them by foot or by car. The place between them is good for walking.
Sergiusz Nizinski — Google review
Nice place went when the museum was closed, but general area and information was good. Beautiful sights.
Ron Simmons — Google review
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Cerro de, Calle San Antón, s/n, 13600 Alcázar de San Juan, Ciudad Real, Spain
These windmills are really well preserved and the area surrounding them very well done. If I compare the visit to the windmills in Consuegra, this visit was more pleasant. There are several bars, cafés and souvenir shops right next to the windmills. We had a coffee and a snack while sitting and admiring the views. The parking area wasn't huge, but they are working on it...this area is in construction and when it is finished, it will be even better. Very good experience overall. If you can only visit one set of windmills on the Don Quijote trail, let it be Campo de Criptana. No tickets needed.
Michelle Martínez — Google review
Difficult to reach, but if you can get there either by local train or rental car (our option), it's worth the visit. Nice to see small towns in Spain that aren't overrun by tourists and remain true to their own culture. The atmosphere is very calming, as there is almost nothing going on during the day, and the streets are empty. This also means that everything was closed for a couple of hours in the afternoon, presumably for a siesta.
The windmills themselves are magnificent and stand on top of a hill that has a good view of the rest of the town, as well as a landscape of distant mountains beyond.
Tourist Information center spoke little to no English, but were nice, and provided an interior tour of one of the windmills.
Not much else to do in the town except visit the windmills, but it's worth it for a few hours long day trip.
Srinidhi Srinivas — Google review
Awesome atmospheric place to visit old windmills and enjoy great views too.
Michael Flory — Google review
I went there on a Saturday afternoon, it wasn't crowded. The scenery was beautiful. The Cafe was more expensive than I thought.
Aymina — Google review
What a wonderful place to visit! The views from the top are breathtaking. There are a number of windmills with working machinery and a traditional house that are opened to visitors. Additionally, there is a gift shop and a few very nice places to eat.
Zhanna Glazenburg — Google review
We've been to both but if you are short on time, we think this is a very good option instead of Consuegra which is heavy on tourists.
Luis R Granados — Google review
Very good examples of windmills, unfortunately you can't go inside any of them.
Motorhome Quest — Google review
Wonderful place to visit. Near is excellent michelin recommended restaurant. From this position you have best view on the city. And ofcourse you can enjoy in famous Don Quixote windmills. Visit is free, but some windmills are open where you can buy souvenirs or learn more about culture of the area and more about windmills.
Marin Ćosić — Google review
It was great to see the windmills the views from up here are amazing
Kevin Gast — Google review
Beautiful location with the best views of the city! These famous windmills have been featured in Don Quixote’s match scene so if you’re a fan of the book, a visit is worth it! It’s free to visit plus some windmills are open sometimes so you can go in and view the inside as well which is fantastic. There are gift shops and restaurants here as well so if you want some original Don Quixote gifts or food, this is a reasonable place to purchase them.
Julia xtina (julia.xtina) — Google review
Very nice place to visit on top of the village. You can follow a route with the car.
andries rozenberg — Google review
The quintessential windmills of Don Quixote. We parked at the bottom and walked up which was nicer than fighting for parking near the castle.
Jennifer Lang — Google review
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C. Senda Molinos, 13610 Campo de Criptana, Ciudad Real, Spain
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Museo-Casa de Dulcinea del Toboso
Local history museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
Museum showing how in the older days people is living in El Toboso. Entry is free.
Eng Siong Lee — Google review
(Translated by Google) The museum house is in good general condition, except for the patio, in the press area, which is under construction for Easter 2022. A cellar used as an audiovisual room, the kitchen, patio, dovecote, stone and chambers is all you can visit. Description of daily life of the time. House of the Martínez Zarco family, from whom Miguel de Cervantes was inspired by the character of Dulcinea. Interesting visit. We went without a ticket reservation and we were able to access without waiting. I recommend visiting the tourist office of Toboso.
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La casa museo se encuentra en buen estado en general, excepto el patio, en la zona de la prensa, que está en obras en la Semana Santa del 2022. Una bodega usada como sala de audiovisuales, la cocina, patio, palomar, molino de piedra y los aposentos es todo lo que puedes visitar. Descripción de la vida diaria de la época. Casa de la familia Martínez Zarco, de quién Miguel de Cervantes se inspiró en el personaje de Dulcinea. Interesante visita. Fuimos sin reserva de entradas y pudimos acceder sin esperas. Recomiendo visitar la oficina de turismo del Toboso.
Kilometreando — Google review
(Translated by Google) Is free. It seems that the family lived in this house where Cervantes was inspired for the Dulcinea house. It is decorated with old furniture of the time. Simple museum.
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Es gratuita. Parece ser que en esta casa vivía la familia donde Cervantes se inspiró para la casa de Dulcinea. Está decorada con menaje antiguo de la época. Museo sencillo.
Mar?a Rom?n Merlo — Google review
In a movie I watched as a child, Dülsinea had tobosolu. I thought of Dülsinea. I wondered what kind of place Toboso was like. I came and looked at the pictures.
Hakan İşevi — Google review
(Translated by Google) Museum that I have visited several times.
Old house so that we can contemplate what life was like for a wealthy family of the time.
Dulcinea's magic circle adds a touch of charm to the place.
Well-kept interiors in which we will take many photos.
(Original)
Museo que he visitado en varias ocasiones.
Antigua vivienda para que podamos contemplar como era la vida de una familia acomodada de la época.
El círculo mágico de Dulcinea le da el toque de encanto al lugar.
Interiores bien cuidados en los que haremos muchas fotos.
Alejandro Sep?lveda Chamizo — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent conservation of a house belonging to noblemen from La Mancha that fortunately has been converted into a museum for everyone to enjoy.
The visit is highly recommended, the house is decorated with furniture, paintings and old utensils that make it very interesting to see.
The visit is free.
(Original)
Excelente conservación de una casa de hidalgos manchegos que afortunadamente se ha convertido en museo para disfrute de todos.
Muy recomendable la visita, la casa se encuentra decorada con muebles, cuadros y utensilios antiguos que la hacen muy interesante de ver.
La visita es gratuita.
Joaquin Peralta — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a house museum that recreates what would be a classic home of a nobleman of the time.
Quite interesting and it caught our attention because entry is completely free.
It is very well decorated and with explanations in each of its rooms.
Highly recommended visit.
(Original)
Se trata de una casa museo que recrea la que sería una clásica vivienda de un hidalgo de la época.
Bastante interesante y nos llamó mucho la atención porque la entrada es totalmente gratuita.
Está muy bien ambientada y con explicaciones en cada una de sus salas.
Visita muy recomendable.
Mari Angeles Cano García — Google review
(Translated by Google) We liked it because it is a house furnished and decorated as if it were in use.
It is the house of the woman who inspired the character of Dulcinea.
Admission is free, and the staff is very friendly.
I recommend the site.
(Original)
Nos ha gustado porque es una casa amueblada y decorada como si estuviera en uso.
Es la casa de la mujer que inspiro al personaje de Dulcinea.
La entrada es gratuita, y el personal es muy amable
Recomiendo el sitio.
Ivan Dimitrov Abrashev — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is a Sale in which a House from the time of Don Quixote is represented, you can see all the rooms: Kitchen, bedrooms, etc...
It is a visit that is worth seeing, it will not take you much time but you have to see it.
(Original)
Se trata de una Venta en la que se representa una Casa de la época del Quijote, puedes ver todas las estancias : Cocina, dormitorios, etc...
Es una visita que merece la pena ver, no te llevará mucho tiempo pero hay que verlo.
G Mallada — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very interesting museum in an authentic noble house in a wonderful state of conservation.
We can see the kitchen, the pantry-cellar, a dovecote, a large patio with farming tools and the noblemen's bedrooms. Esteban Martínez de Zarco Morales lived here, who is said to have had a sister with whom Miguel de Cervantes fell in love. She did not reciprocate his feelings, but if what is said is true, she inspired him to write to Dulcinea del Toboso.
(Original)
Un museo muy interesante en una auténtica casa hidalga en un estupendo estado de conservación.
Podemos observar la cocina, la despensa-bodega, un palomar, un gran patio con aperos de labranza y los dormitorios de los hidalgos. Aquí habitó Esteban Martínez de Zarco Morales, del que se dice que tenía una hermana de la que se enamoró Miguel de Cervantes. Ella no correspondió sus sentimientos, pero si lo que se dice es cierto, le inspiró para escribir a Dulcinea del Toboso.
Beatriz Albir — Google review
(Translated by Google) House that recreates what Dulcinea's home could have been like. There is a wide variety of objects from daily life of the time. Access is free. This is a highly recommended visit.
(Original)
Casa que recrea cómo pudo haber sido la vivienda de Dulcinea. Hay una gran variedad de objetos de la vida cotidiana de la época. El acceso es libre. Se trata de una visita muy recomendable.
Gonzalo Pérez — Google review
(Translated by Google) A typical La Mancha house that transports you to the medieval age, with its kitchen utensils and rooms, a pleasant and currently free visit.
(Original)
Una casa típica manchega q te transporta a la edad medieval, con sus útiles de cocina y estancias, una visita agradable y de momento gratuita.
Twelve whitewash windmills built in the 19th century for grinding flour with a tourist office.
Visiting the windmills in Consuegra transport yourself for a moment to Don Quixote. A place full of history and magic. You can enjoy a unique view where the photos do not need any filter to be spectacular. This is one of the emblematic points that are part of the Don Quixote route. 100% recommended
Juan Carlos Díaz Hernández — Google review
Such a beautiful place. Lots of history has happened here! Don Cervantes inspiration for his book Don Quijote De La Mancha
Javier Concepcion — Google review
If time is limited, go to the end parking lot directly. There is one windmill with better souvenirs and you can pay 1.5 euro to go upstairs to see a short movie about the windmill working principle and history.
Liang-Kai Chu — Google review
We visited enroute from Madrid to Cordoba. Parked our car below and took a 15min hike up. The view was spectacular. Love it! No crowd on a Monday morning. Hugely recommend a stopover.
Jialing Cai — Google review
Incredible views and scenery of the famous Don Quixote windmills. We arrived before the busses came with tourists and were able to have the place to ourselves. We hired a taxi from Toledo that the tourist information place recommended and it was a return taxi for 95€. Well worth it. The taxi driver was also kind enough to stop in the small community at the bottom for us to take a few pictures. No regrets at all on this excursion and loved that it didn’t include 60 other people on a tour bus.
Callum Kerr — Google review
We visited the “Molinos de Viento de Consuegra” during our trip in La Mancha (Ruta de Don Quijote) in April 2022. It was not crowded and beautiful weather, which I think are the two most important things when you want to visit this place! The view is amazing and the perfect scenery to take some nice picks! We didn’t visit the castle though, because of lack of time…
Frank Vvk — Google review
Amazing place with a really nice view on the mills. At the evening it is a really romantic place with a very nice view. Also there is just a few people in this time in there. In my opinion, one of the most beautiful places in Spain.
Aleksander Rydzewski — Google review
Visited January 7. Had to drive out from Madrid city but what a worthwhile trip! Truly cool to see the inspiration for Don Quixote, and in such a gorgeous location.
Nivedita Kanrar — Google review
Great spot to visit if driving from Cordoba to Toledo (or vice versa). Free access to the windmill site, drive all the way up to the end and there are parking spots. You can go inside one windmill if you want to see the interior mechanism. Cost 1.50€ per person. Well worth it for the price.
Michelle Clark — Google review
A great place to stop on the drive from Madrid to Córdoba. Besides the Molinos, the Castilla is worth a visit as well. There is a fee to enter 5€ but the include a fantastic birds of prey exhibit that was very educational and they were great people. There was a guide available for English if needed.
Twelve whitewash windmills built in the 19th century for grinding flour with a tourist office.
Visiting the windmills in Consuegra transport yourself for a moment to Don Quixote. A place full of history and magic. You can enjoy a unique view where the photos do not need any filter to be spectacular. This is one of the emblematic points that are part of the Don Quixote route. 100% recommended
Juan Carlos Díaz Hernández — Google review
Such a beautiful place. Lots of history has happened here! Don Cervantes inspiration for his book Don Quijote De La Mancha
Javier Concepcion — Google review
If time is limited, go to the end parking lot directly. There is one windmill with better souvenirs and you can pay 1.5 euro to go upstairs to see a short movie about the windmill working principle and history.
Liang-Kai Chu — Google review
We visited enroute from Madrid to Cordoba. Parked our car below and took a 15min hike up. The view was spectacular. Love it! No crowd on a Monday morning. Hugely recommend a stopover.
Jialing Cai — Google review
Incredible views and scenery of the famous Don Quixote windmills. We arrived before the busses came with tourists and were able to have the place to ourselves. We hired a taxi from Toledo that the tourist information place recommended and it was a return taxi for 95€. Well worth it. The taxi driver was also kind enough to stop in the small community at the bottom for us to take a few pictures. No regrets at all on this excursion and loved that it didn’t include 60 other people on a tour bus.
Callum Kerr — Google review
We visited the “Molinos de Viento de Consuegra” during our trip in La Mancha (Ruta de Don Quijote) in April 2022. It was not crowded and beautiful weather, which I think are the two most important things when you want to visit this place! The view is amazing and the perfect scenery to take some nice picks! We didn’t visit the castle though, because of lack of time…
Frank Vvk — Google review
Amazing place with a really nice view on the mills. At the evening it is a really romantic place with a very nice view. Also there is just a few people in this time in there. In my opinion, one of the most beautiful places in Spain.
Aleksander Rydzewski — Google review
Visited January 7. Had to drive out from Madrid city but what a worthwhile trip! Truly cool to see the inspiration for Don Quixote, and in such a gorgeous location.
Nivedita Kanrar — Google review
Great spot to visit if driving from Cordoba to Toledo (or vice versa). Free access to the windmill site, drive all the way up to the end and there are parking spots. You can go inside one windmill if you want to see the interior mechanism. Cost 1.50€ per person. Well worth it for the price.
Michelle Clark — Google review
A great place to stop on the drive from Madrid to Córdoba. Besides the Molinos, the Castilla is worth a visit as well. There is a fee to enter 5€ but the include a fantastic birds of prey exhibit that was very educational and they were great people. There was a guide available for English if needed.
10th-century castle on a ridge with windmills, host to guided & theatrical tours & cultural events.
This is a really fantastic place. We took a slight detour on our way to Cordoba and it was well worth it. The windmills and castle are fabulous and the walk up was fun. There's great motorhome parking at the foot of the hill and you can either take the road or climb directly up the hill on the well trodden informal path. Great views and plenty of windmills to see. The town that you travel through on your way up is also interesting and unspoilt by development. Highly recommended.
anthony chackett — Google review
It was a Beautiful experience to visit the Castle good explanation by the guide
Again no lift & people with mobility problems it's quite difficult
annacassarparnis@gmail.com annamark — Google review
Worth driving there to have a look at the olden days windmills and the castle, which was closed, but nevertheless a place to take great pictures.
The small road that leads up to the castle might seems like a one way lane but just proceed and the lane will get wider for 2 cars.
James Wong — Google review
Due to covid restrictions you should ideally book online. 7€ per person gets you into the castle and one of the windmills. Can only enter with tour guide, speaks in Spanish very fast so if you are not fluent you will only get snippets, but, there are boards in 3 languages including English.
Simon Ford — Google review
The visit was fantastic because the castle is a beautiful historical monument and the views from the tower overlooking the windmills was spectacular, but also because our tour guide was excellent! She did a great job. I'm really happy I made the trip.
Andrew Barker — Google review
Wow! What a cool experience (visited 24/5/23). Super friendly tour included in the very cheap 5 euro price. It was only in Spanish but the tour guide talked to me and the two other Americans after each stop in English to give us a recap. Plus, there are informative signs in English everywhere. The views are incredible too - definitely recommend!
T T — Google review
After pass the door, you can feel inside history. The guide Marta is extremely important with a special way to explain about the different places of the castle. Great surprise. 100% recommendable.
Hugo Spain — Google review
Quaint little castle in good condition. Friendly staff so visit was a delight. Glad we stopped when we saw it from the motorway while driving between Toledo and Seville. As a bonus it comes with those cute Spanish windmills so its a two-for-one stop....and the views are spectacular.
Bart Teekman — Google review
I love the castle and it's story.
The best was guided tour and Marta that was explaining all and showing around. One of the best guided tours I had. Thank you!!!
Our daughter was very excited and loved it.
I highly recommend visiting.
Anna P. — Google review
You can only go into the castle on a tour, but the guide (Cristina) was extremely kind, accessible, and helped us and our children enjoy our visit. Views are incredible, and the windmills are charming and picturesque.
... amazing biker's meeting.. lovely village in La Mancha ...
Rodolfo Buituron Muñoz — Google review
Excellent square! Very unique and special!
Israël Mazuera — Google review
Linda.
Frei Rafael Ferreira dos Santos — Google review
Ok
Isabel Megía Cruz — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a beautiful square. We were lucky enough to go during the week and were able to fully enjoy their space. Highlight the tourist office, both the building itself, and the girls who attended us were super friendly and very precise in their instructions. The ethnological museum is very interesting.
(Original)
Es una plaza preciosa. Tuvimos la suerte de ir entre semana y pudimos disfrutar plenamente de su espacio. Destacar la oficina de turismo, tanto el edificio en sí, como las chicas que nos atendieron fueron súper simpáticas y muy precisas en sus indicaciones. El museo etnológico es muy interesante.
Diego Bajo — Google review
(Translated by Google) Walking through the Plaza Mayor of Tembleque was a beautiful experience. This square, with its unique architecture and impressive portals, transports you to another era. The atmosphere is calm and cozy, perfect for walking. In addition, we must highlight the cleanliness and maintenance of the place, which makes the stay even more pleasant. It is a piece of living history that you cannot miss.
(Original)
Pasear por la Plaza Mayor de Tembleque fue una bonita experiencia. Esta plaza, con su arquitectura única y sus impresionantes portales, te transporta a otra época. El ambiente es tranquilo y acogedor, perfecto para pasear. Además, hay que destacar la limpieza y el mantenimiento del lugar , lo que hace que la estancia sea aún más agradable. Es un pedazo de historia viva que no te puedes perder.
Pilar Fernández Cruz — Google review
(Translated by Google) The square is spectacular, when you enter and see the spaciousness, all the wooden, painted passages, the arcades, you are transported to the 17th century, bullfighting celebrations were held here, attended by Quevedo, Carlos IV among other personalities.
Another great secret hidden in a small municipality of La Mancha, a luxury to be able to know it. A marvel. Congratulations on your conservation.
(Original)
La plaza es espectacular, cuando accedes y ves la amplitud, todos los pasajes de madera, pintados, los soportales, te trasladas al S. XVII, aquí se celebraban festejos taurinos a los que asistian Quevedo, Carlos IV entre otras personalidades.
Otro gran secreto escondido en un pequeño municipio Manchego, un lujo poder conocerlo. Una maravilla. Enhorabuena por su conservación.
G Mallada — Google review
(Translated by Google) Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful squares in Spain, it is advisable to complement the visit by going to El Romeral. Just 4 km away Visit its esparto museum, its ethnographic museum and the windmills inside.
(Original)
Sin duda de las plazas más bonitas de España recomendable complementar la visita yendo a El Romeral. A solo 4 km Visitar su museo del esparto, su museo etnográfico y los molinos de viento por dentro.
Royal residence, completed in the early 1800s, with gardens, a stately facade & an ornate interior.
Excellent visit!
Julio Peralta — Google review
Am giving only 3 stars because there were no tours in French, English or Italian, only Spanish, and we were rushed through without enough time to really look. And the place is beautiful: we would have liked more time to appreciate it.
Marie Christine Comte — Google review
Well worth the walk! Caution... Only guided tours and an automated machine to buy tickets. Since there was no personnel, bought my ticket and then had to wait until tour time to go in.
Ivan Diaz — Google review
Nice n quite historical place to enjoy our day
Tigalima Homestay — Google review
Most precious place to visit in Aranjuez!
jP M — Google review
Marvelous. Unique. A must see !
Frederik Dhondt — Google review
Ok
Wassim Dib — Google review
Awesome
Che O — Google review
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Poligono, Plaza Jardines Histórico Art, 1, 28300 Aranjuez, Madrid, Spain
18th century royal residence with ornately-decorated rooms including a dance hall & throne room.
If you have ever listened to the well-known "concerto de Aranjuez" by Joaquin Rodrigo, then this is definitely a destination not to be missed since it was the inspiration for the masterpiece of Rodrigo!
A wonderful town with the amazing palacio real plus various gardens surrounding it invite you for a walk ,preferably during spring !
Ken Konrad Kramer — Google review
Nice palace, definitely come visit it for free if you can. It's a bit small though, and one would expect the garden to be more well maintained.
There are around 10-12 rooms accessible by the public where the Spanish monarchs used to spend their time surrounded by luxury.
Ricardo Sandez — Google review
Far from the biggest or the best palace I’ve ever seen.
The palace has small gardens that need quite a bit of maintenance and uplifting. There are scattered hours in which the fountains are on which would be nicer, I guess, but the gardens aren’t much to write home about.
As for the interiors, there are some lovely rooms inside the palace — the most extraordinary being the Moorish-influenced one, which really is stunning. However, there are not many rooms that are accessible to the public via the route given. You can be done with the interiors of the palace within 45 minutes. At a push, you could spend 1.5 hours. The staff are nice enough but this is also yet another palace/museum in the wider Madrid area that does not allow photography inside. Bizarre considering other palaces in Europe allow photography and this palace was quite a bit quieter than others I’ve been to.
Facilities inside are also limited. I would suggest to visit if you’re a completist but you’d be better off going to the Royal Seat of San Lorenzo for a day trip.
R S — Google review
Nice place to visit over the weekend just make sure to book restaurant before going. Chances to find anything without reservation is close to zero. Beautiful parks and a little train to go around the town with a bit of insight about it.
Darusik1 — Google review
A great place to visit close to Madrid. Ticket was 9 EUR and there were no queues. For me the most unique and spectacular room was the Porcelain room. Simply amazing! I am just sorry I visited in wintertime and the fountains and gardens were not so splendid as in the summer. Overall worth a visit.
Kalina Bakalova — Google review
Majestic palace about an hour south of Madrid's center, that's well worth a day trip. I didn't manage to get to inside, but it is just a pleasure to wander around it's courtyards and alcoves, under it's many arches and through its adjacent gardens. The town itself is beautifully situated along a river and well worth a stroll through.
Stuart McCleane — Google review
I didn't get to explore inside the palace, but I really enjoyed wandering through the gardens at the palace. These gardens are not so much flower or vegetable gardens, but well manicured mazes of shrubs, some flowers, and small grassy fields. The lanes are all lined with beautiful full canopy trees.
There are a couple of rivers bordering the gardens and a passing waterfall. In the centers of the intersections of the walking paths or lanes there statues, gazebos, and fountains. On the street sides of the gardens there are hotels, shops, and restaurants and bars.
I recommend visiting in the fall or spring when the temperatures are not so not. Luckily, there is plenty of parking available, some of which is free.
Joshua Michail — Google review
Imposing palace but it didn’t quite do it for me. The gardens are great and it oozes opulence but there are only a few rooms (about 12) and they charge €9 for entry so I didn’t go in. The gardens are beautiful and the architecture is great but not quite up there with some of the palaces of Europe.
david howells — Google review
The Royal Palace of Aranjuez is situated not too far from Madrid, an easy train ride away. Just head to the Cercanias station in Atocha early in the morning and get a round-trip ticket. There are several trains in each direction every day. Aranjuez can be done in a single day, assuming that you start early. You can visit the palace, then the gardens. There are also several choices for lunch in town. They're a little pricier than many places in Madrid because they cater mostly to tourists. They're still affordable. The Royal Palace is mostly about architectural perspectives. So your enjoyment will improve if you take a long walk around it. The rooms of the palace are richly decorated, but won't add much to your experience if you've visited similar palaces in Spain. Focus on the gardens which are inspiring, even if they need to be maintained better.
Georges Younes — Google review
It is a nice palace with many different rooms to experience. The gardens were nice, but many of the fountains were not operating when we went.
Kyra Morris — Google review
It walk through the palace gives you a perfect 'picture' of the extravaganza of royal monarchs in Spain and in the world, in the past and today. The splurge, the excessive, the extreme. Based on what?
Mattew 23: "Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven."
Monserrate Malave — Google review
This palace was so beautiful. Sadly, they don't let you take pictures of the inside rooms, but it is worth the trip the gardens are impressive and accessible too.
marcela pena — Google review
Beautiful, well preserved palace with many original furnishings and breathtaking paintings on the walls and ceilings. Each room is described in both Spanish and English. Well worth the visit. Free visit on Sundays. Note: photography is not permitted once you enter the palace rooms.
Julie Amelkin — Google review
1. No photo inside (
2. it’s not too interesting for my opinion (
3. The most coolest places are outside and free of charge)
ekaterina Na — Google review
Really nice place with beautiful gardens. Shame the fountains are not always on, especially on the warmest of days.
I have attached a photo which shows which people get concessions, otherwise it's €9 to enter the actual building. We arrived a little late to do so, although I have been before many years ago.
We did do a walk around the gardens and enjoyed the scent of the roses and seeing the little birds in the aviary.
Bear in mind, in the summer it is very hot and often little in the way of shaded areas in some parts of the grounds, however under the trees its a few degrees cooler and rather pleasant.
Really worth the visit, very historical and quite romantic. The walks alongside the river are also very nice and I did see some people enjoying jumping from the bridge into the river and also other swimming. I'm not sure how safe that is however so I would ask locals before doing so.
There is also a boat trip along the river where you can also see the sights, but best to book as it was already fully booked the day we went.
Sabrina Fenn — Google review
Nestled along the banks of the Tagus River, Aranjuez exudes charm, history, and natural beauty. As I navigated its streets virtually through Google Maps, I was captivated by the rich tapestry of sights and experiences this Spanish gem offers.
Aranjuez is renowned for its breathtaking Royal Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site I enjoyed virtually touring. The intricate architecture and lush gardens surrounding the palace are a testament to Spain's royal heritage and left me in awe of the country's rich history.
When my friends and I were trolling along the Calle de la Reina, I felt as though I was transported back in time. The quaint streets lined with traditional Spanish houses and vibrant cafes exude a timeless charm that is truly enchanting. Using Street View on Google Maps allowed me to immerse myself in the bustling atmosphere of Plaza de San Antonio, where locals and tourists gather to soak in the vibrant culture of Aranjuez.
One of the highlights of my virtual journey was exploring the Jardín del Príncipe, a sprawling garden oasis that spans over 150 acres. The meticulously landscaped gardens, adorned with elegant fountains and tranquil ponds, offer a serene escape from the bustle of city life. Thanks to Google Maps' satellite view, I could appreciate the grandeur of these gardens from above, marveling at their intricate design.
In addition to its architectural wonders and natural beauty, Aranjuez is also a haven for gastronomes. Google Maps led me to discover many authentic Spanish restaurants where I could indulge in delicious tapas and regional specialties.
My virtual exploration of Aranjuez through Google Maps gave me a profound appreciation for this hidden gem of Spain. From its historic landmarks to its picturesque landscapes and culinary delights, Aranjuez truly deserves to be experienced. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a food enthusiast, Aranjuez has something to offer everyone, making it a must-visit destination on any traveler's itinerary.
John Ruiz (mh3mh0) — Google review
The palace is not very beautiful from the outside, but at the back there are large areas for walking and are quite nice. Worth seeing. You can see peacocks in the gardens
Wojciech Zawadzki — Google review
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Pl. de Parejas, s/n, 28300 Aranjuez, Madrid, Spain
It's a tiny museum. You use the same ticket for the Royal palace to enter. You're not allowed to take pictures of the items.
Rachel Rose — Google review
We checked both maps and the official web page and purchased tickets at the palace and nowhere did it say the museum was closed due renovations. Very disappointing!
Ted Oatway — Google review
Dont be fooled by admission price it covers palace gardens and the royal barge museum. Well worth it took the whole day to see everything
Mark Hicks — Google review
This museum of royal boats is included in the ticket to royal palace. It is a short walk away from the palace but it is worth walking. No photographing allowed.
Petri Vahtera — Google review
I really don’t understand why you can’t take pictures.
This museum is small but it worth it the visit.
Angel Verdeja — Google review
Beautiful collection of boats used by the Spanish royalty
Simon Jump — Google review
It was closed due to being refurbished.Not mentioned in Google
mahdi ghafoorian — Google review
Very nice museum, beautiful boats within!
Iulius Constantin — Google review
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Jardín Del Príncipe, s/n, 28300 Aranjuez, Madrid, Spain