FREE TOUR REDONDELA
The best option to discover the city in an economical way.
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What does the Free Tour Redondela consist of?
Possibly your best option to know Redondela in a fun and authentic way.
A moment of culture and fun for everyone.
Enjoy your free tour in Redondela as a couple, with friends or in a group!
The Free tours of Redondela are the perfect excuse to take some time to get to know better the cultural heritage of Spain.
The free tours Redondela are free tours organized by guides that show the most emblematic tourist sites of a town or city. These tours are usually done on foot.
While there are several options and types of free tours in Spain, most are usually tours that include approximately 10 to 12 people. and last between 1 and 3 hours depending on the planned itinerary.
In any case, always check the detailed information we provide to know all the details of your free tour: schedules, cancellation policy, meeting point and all the information you need to make the most of your experience without having to worry about anything.
What to see and do in Redondela?
Redondela, Galicia is a beautiful town located in the province of Pontevedra. This town has a great historical and cultural richness that is reflected in each of its corners. One of the main tourist attractions is the Roman Bridge, built during the 1st century A.D., which crosses the Verdugo River and connects Redondela with its neighbor Arcade.
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Church of Santiago
The church of Santiago, located in the town of Redondela in Galicia, is an architectural jewel that keeps centuries of history. Its original construction dates back to the 12th century and its Romanesque façade is perfectly preserved.
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Santiago Apostle Square
Santiago Apostle Square in Redondela, Galicia is an emblematic place that breathes history in every corner. Located in the heart of the old town, this square is surrounded by historic buildings and stately mansions that tell the history of the town. The parish church, dedicated to St. James the Apostle, majestically presides over this open space where a multitude of cultural events and popular festivities are held throughout the year.
Itinerary
At the appointed time we will meet at the
Constitution Square 1812
the perfect place to start this
free tour of Redondela
. Did you know that it is the main stop on the
Portuguese Way of St. James
? Let’s discover all its charms!
We will start with a tour of the of streets and squares of the old town and we will tell you and we will talk about the
medieval architecture of Redondela
. We will also look at the wallof which only a few vestiges remain around the church of Santiago de
church of Santiago
.
We will then visit the
seafaring quarter outside the walls
We will then visit the fishing quarter outside the walls, developed from the small port and the Jacobean Route, of which we will also learn about its origins. In addition, we will tell you many curiosities. For example, why are the inhabitants of this locality popularly known as
choqueiros
? Who was Xan Carallás? Why is it known as the
village of the viaducts
?
We will continue the tour by reviewing the mythical Battle of Rande and we will review who were illustrious characters such as the
Captain Nemo
who sailed through its waters with the Nautilus,
Pedro Madruga
or the Irish nobleman
John O’Dogherty
. You will never stop learning!
The tour will also take us to see how throughout the 20th century, the
20th century
Redondela from being a seafaring town to an industrial town, all thanks to thethanks to the development of the textile textile sector and fishing industries..
Before finishing the guided tour of Redondela, we will give you recommendations for lunch or dinner in the area. Finally, we will say goodbye in the
Santiago Apostle Square
two hours later. See you next time!
Meeting Point and Duration
The meeting point for the Free Tour Redondela is at Plaza Constitución 1812. It lasts approximately two hours.
