Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #2 in León, Spain
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2.7 km
47 m
Experience León in Spain in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Individual Sights in LeónSight 1: Basílica de San Isidoro y Panteón Real
The Royal Collegiate Basilica of San Isidoro or, simply, San Isidoro de León, is a Christian temple located in the city of León, in Spain. It is one of the most outstanding Romanesque style architectural ensembles in Spain, for its history, architecture, sculpture, and for the Romanesque sumptuary objects that have been preserved. It has the particularity of having a Royal Pantheon located at the foot of the church, with Romanesque mural painting and original capitals, all of which makes it a unique piece of the Romanesque world of the time. The complex was built and enlarged during the eleventh and twelfth centuries.
Sight 2: Iglesia de San Juan y San Pedro de Renueva
San Juan y San Pedro de Renueva is a church in León, central Spain.
Sight 3: Convento de San Marcos
![Convento de San Marcos](/static/images/wikipedia/Spain_León_Convento-de-San-Marcos.jpg)
The Convento de San Marcos was a convent in the city of León, Castile and León, Spain, that is today an operating luxury parador hotel. It also contains a consecrated church and museum, and is one of the most important monuments of the Renaissance in Spain. It is one of the greatest architectural jewels of León, together with the Cathedral, the Basilica of San Isidoro and la Casa Botines. It has a highly ornamental plateresque facade.
Sight 4: Parque de Quevedo
Quevedo Park is a 48,042 m² Spanish urban park located in the El Crucero neighbourhood of the city of León. Its main entrance is located on Quevedo Avenue, with four other entrances located, two on Magdalena Avenue and another two on Riosol Street. At each of the entrances, winter and summer schedules are signposted, as well as telephone numbers of interest, as well as recommendations and prohibitions for all users of this park.
Sight 5: Antigua Estación de FF.CC. de León
The North Station was for many years the main railway station in the Spanish city of León, in the region of Castilla y León. The facilities are located on Calle Astorga, next to the Bernesga River. In its vicinity there are first-rate public services such as the courts, the fire station or the bus station. The station is currently out of service, undergoing various works to adapt it to the burial of the railway and the arrival of the high-speed train.
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