Segovia Cathedral + Episcopal Palace

Explore the Cathedral of Segovia and the Episcopal Palace, two key religious landmarks that define the city's architectural landscape. Visitors have the option to purchase tickets or join a guided tour for an enriching experience.

Reasons to Visit the Cathedral & Episcopal Palace

No trip to Segovia is complete without witnessing the Cathedral and Episcopal Palace. During your reservation, select from a variety of options that suit your preferences:

Entry Ticket to the Cathedral & Episcopal Palace

Opting for a ticket grants you entry to two of Segovia's noteworthy monuments, allowing for an exploration at your convenience. You'll receive an hour to appreciate both sites and their intricate details.

At the Segovia Cathedral, immerse yourself in this iconic house of worship, a true 16th-century architectural masterpiece. Make sure to also investigate other areas within the last Gothic Cathedral constructed in Spain. Stroll along the stone pathways, discovering the Gothic cloisters—pieces carefully transported from the old cathedral—while enjoying the exhibition spaces filled with remarkable artistic and religious artifacts. Notable rooms include the Santa Catalina room, the Capitular room, the Tapestry room, and the Pintura Bajo Claustro room.

Following your visit to the Segovia Cathedral, you can make your way to the nearby Episcopal Palace, where a collection of gold artifacts, sculptures, and paintings awaits your admiration. You may also explore the historical living quarters of the bishop.

Moreover, an included audio guide in English offers insights into the remarkable history of the Episcopal Palace.

Guided Tour of the Cathedral & Tower + Episcopal Palace

At your scheduled time, we will convene at the main entrance of the Segovia Cathedral to embark on a guided journey through the city’s most renowned cathedral. Over the course of one hour, you’ll dive deep into the Cathedral's significance, uncovering its artistic, historical, and religious value. It is often referred to as the Lady of Cathedrals.

As you wander through its vibrant chapels, choir, cloisters, and various exhibition spaces, you’ll gather fascinating insights about the last Gothic cathedral built in Spain.

This tour also features a stop at the audiovisual room, showcasing a 3D video mapping experience that reconstructs the cathedral's rooms and artworks. Here, you’ll learn about the construction history of the tower and its hidden wonders. Finally, we’ll ascend to the bell ringer's house and Clock Room, both situated within the Tower, illuminating the bell ringer’s role as a vital communication source through the ages.

As our tour concludes, we’ll reach the belfry, where you can take in stunning panoramic views of Segovia, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. Be sure to capture this moment!

Before or after visiting the Cathedral and its tower, feel free to explore the Episcopal Palace of Segovia independently, merely a short 3-minute walk away.

Evening Tour of the Cathedral Tower + Tickets

For this option, we’ll gather at 9:30 pm for a guided evening tour of the Cathedral's tower. The itinerary largely mirrors the previous description, inclusive of video mapping, visiting the bell ringer's house, the Clock Room, and the belfry—ideal for experiencing Segovia illuminated at night.

This tour also comprises admission for a self-guided exploration of the Cathedral and Episcopal Palace. Please be aware that you have one hour to visit both landmarks. They should be visited on the same day as your evening tower tour or up to 3 pm the following day.

Opening Hours

The operational hours for the Segovia Cathedral and Episcopal Palace are as follows:

• April 6 to September 18: open daily from 9 am to 9:30 pm, with the last entry half an hour prior to closing.
• September 19 to April 5: Monday to Saturday, from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm. Sundays see the Cathedral open from 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm, while the Episcopal Palace operates from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm. In all cases, the last entry occurs half an hour before closing.

Please note that these hours may vary.