Guided Walk in Logroño, La Rioja

Follow a local guide through Logroño, stopping at historic plazas, monuments, and sites like the cathedral and 16th-century walls.

Overview

Explore the city of Logroño, La Rioja's capital, and an old Roman settlement named Vareia. A local guide will lead you through the charming streets, passing sites like medieval walls, parliament buildings, and convents, ending where the locals go. Laurel Street is a narrow lane and alleyways lined with delicious eateries where you can try different kinds of tapas and famous La Rioja wine varietals.

Highlights

  • Discover the ancient history of Logroño with its walls, plazas, and churches
  • Stroll through the Plaza Mercado and admire the city's architecture
  • Learn the city's connection with the famed Camino de Santiago pilgrimage
  • Hang out on Laurel Street with its lively bars and eateries

Know before you go

Duration
2 hours
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Private

What you'll do

After meeting your guide in front of the city's tourism office, you'll start your walk through the town, learning all its hidden secrets, corners, and legends. Your first stop is the Wall Revellín, the remains of the 16th-century medieval fortifications with its west gate completely preserved. Just around the corner is the Parliament, a beautiful building that once housed the Convent of Mercy.

Next, follow your guide to the Church of Santiago el Real, where you'll admire its facade. You'll also view the exteriors of the Catedral de Santa María and the 12th-century Church of San Bartolomé. Enjoy strolling through the Plaza Mercado and viewing the exterior of the Museum of La Rioja, set in an 18th-century palace, where your guide will share the city's important relationship with the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.

You'll end your walk through Logroño at La Laurel, a lively area with alleyways and side streets hosting pintxos taverns. It's the perfect sport for dinner, hopping from one bar to the next to try different kinds of pintxos and wine from Rioja.

Start times

  • Daily
    10:00 am, 4:00 pm

What's included

  • Walk around the main areas of Logroño
  • Local English-speaking guide

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