【Spain】 Segovia – A small town with World Heritage the engineering marvel of the aqueduct

Segovia is a small city located about an hour’s bus from Madrid. Its old town and aqueduct bridge are both UNESCO World Heritage sites. The city is not big, but it has many ancient Roman buildings and is a great destination for a day trip from Madrid.

Transportation to the city

The simplest way to get to Segovia is by taking a bus from Madrid. Go to the Moncloa bus station (Estación de Moncloa), one of the bus terminals in Madrid, and find the Avanza bus company. You can buy a ticket to Segovia on the spot. Buses run every 15 minutes, so there is no need to buy tickets in advance. Remember to take the bus to the last stop, which is the bus terminal in Segovia, and you can buy a return ticket at the terminal.

Transportation in the city

The city of Segovia is not big, and you can explore the entire city on foot in two to three hours.

Map for Attractions

Attractions

Alcázar de Segovia

The Segovia Castle (Alcázar de Segovia) is located at the highest point of the city and overlooks the landscape of Segovia. Originally built as a fortress, the castle has undergone multiple renovations and expansions, with most of the current structure reconstructed in the 15th and 16th centuries. The most famous part of the Segovia Castle is the Royal Hall (Salón de los Reyes), a huge room with beautiful arches and rich decorations.

Address: Pl. Reina Victoria Eugenia, s/n, 40003 Segovia, Spain
Website: https://www.alcazardesegovia.com/
Opening hours:
Everyday 10:00~20:00
Ticket:
Adult €10
Reduced €8
it is recommend to buy the ticket onsite, since the website is fully in spanish.

Acueducto de Segovia

The Segovia Aqueduct (Acueducto de Segovia) is the most famous tourist attraction in Segovia and one of the most famous ancient Roman structures in Spain. Built in the 1st century AD, the aqueduct was constructed to transport water from the mountainous area to the city center. The aqueduct is made up of granite blocks and is about 16 kilometers long and 28.5 meters high. It crosses the city’s center, passing through squares and streets. Considering that it was built in the 1st century, its construction is an engineering marvel. Without modern tools and technology, the architects successfully transported water from the mountainous area to the city center. The aqueduct is still in use today, providing fresh drinking water to the city.
Address: Pl. Azoguejo, 1, 40001 Segovia, Spain

Catedral de Segovia

The Segovia Cathedral (Catedral de Segovia) is located on a high ground in the center of Segovia. The exterior of the cathedral is grand, and the interior is exquisitely decorated. The magnificent arches and stained glass windows above the nave display various Bible stories and legends of saints. There are also many chapels inside the cathedral, each with its own theme and decoration, showcasing the art style and technique of that time. In addition, the two high towers of the cathedral can be climbed to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the city and surrounding areas.
Address: C. Marqués del Arco, 1, 40001 Segovia, Spain
Opening hours:
Everyday 09:00~21:30

Corner of the city