Points of Interest
- Tower of Hercules
- Plaza Azcarraga
- Old Town
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
La Coruna invites you to explore stately plazas, classic churches and fountained gardens on an intriguing half-day tour showcasing the enchantment of this historic Spanish town on the Bay of Biscay. You'll drive from the pier with a knowledgeable driver and guide for a guided visit to the Old City of La Coruña. This walk will take you past the shaded Plaza de Azcarraga and graceful buildings. In the peaceful San Carlos Gardens, you will see the tomb of Sir John Moore and the plaque where the famous poem of Charles Wolfe on Moore's burial is inscribed. Arriving at the renowned Plaza Maria Pita, you'll be struck by the imposing collection of monumental municipal buildings. You'll also visit view the Archaeological Museum, located within the ancient fortress of the Castle of San Antón, and the Tower of Hercules before heading to the magnificent San Pedro Viewpoint, where you'll stop for an array of traditional Galician tapas while enjoying the stunning views overlooking the Tower of Hércules, Atlantic Ocean and La Coruña City.
Special Notes:
On Mondays, as Castillo de St. Anton Archaeological Museum is closed. Thus, tour will run at a more leisurely/slower pace, with more extra time at the Tower of Hercules (photo stop) and refreshment stop.Sensible/comfortable shoes are recommended.
In some cases, the tour itinerary may be altered or operated in reversed order.
Child Price:
12 years & under onlyDetails
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart from ship along hte waterfront passing the Mendez Nunez Gardens before arriving at the San Carlos Gardens
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 50
- Travel time:
- 00:15
Guided visit to the San Carlos Gardens and the Old city with views Convent of Santo Domingo,Santa Maria del Camp & Santiago, and Maria Pita Square
- Transport type:
- Walking
- Travel time:
- 01:00
Drive from PMaria Pita Square to Catillo de San Anton(Archaeological Museum)
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 50
- Travel time:
- 00:05
Guided Visit of San Anton Archaeological Museum
- Time at site:
- 00:50
- Inside visit:
- Yes
Drive to the Tower of Hurcules with photostop
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 50
- Travel time:
- 00:10
- Time at site:
- 00:30
- Free time at site:
- 30
- Inside visit:
- No
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Panoramic drive passing Museum of Mankind, Orzan and Raizor Beaches, and Millinium Monument on the way to your refreshment stop
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 50
- Travel time:
- 00:20
Refreshment stop at Árbore da Veira restaurant with panoramic views
- Time at site:
- 00:40
- Inside visit:
- Yes
Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship.
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 50
- Travel time:
- 00:10
- Air conditioned:
- Yes