What to do in Ávila

Activities, attractions and tours

A historic cityscape with a prominent stone fortress, colorful buildings, and a large cathedral.
A cathedral interior with arched ceilings and large stained glass windows.
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A historic cityscape at dusk with a prominent castle and cathedral.
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Things to do

Panoramic view of San Lorenzo de El Escorial in Spain

Royal Monastery of El Escorial & Valley of the Fallen

CA $105
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Royal Monastery of El Escorial & Valley of the Fallen
Avila & Segovia Full Day Tour from Madrid

Avila & Segovia Full Day Tour from Madrid

CA $94
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Avila & Segovia Full Day Tour from Madrid
Horse Riding Madrid Natural Park

Horse Riding Madrid Natural Park

CA $123
per adult
Horse Riding Madrid Natural Park
Stone Carving and Woodblock Printing in Madrid

Stone Carving in Cercedilla/Madrid

CA $64
per adult
Stone Carving in Cercedilla/Madrid
Avila: Cathedral Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

Avila: Cathedral Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

CA $16
per adult
Avila: Cathedral Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Half Day Trip from Madrid

El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Half Day Trip from Madrid

CA $106
per adult
El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Half Day Trip from Madrid
See the Stars in Madrid and Sierra de Guadarrama

See the Stars in Madrid and Sierra de Guadarrama

CA $63
per adult
See the Stars in Madrid and Sierra de Guadarrama
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Ancient stone walls and a castle with battlements.

Walls of Ávila

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Walk along the tops of these iconic walls that surround the city. Gaze up at the impressive gates and landmarks.
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Day trip destinations from Ávila

A historic building with multiple towers and a reflection in the water.

San Lorenzo de El Escorial

A historic cityscape with a prominent stone fortress, colorful buildings, and a large cathedral.

Ávila

A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and rocky terrain.

Navarredonda de Gredos

A coastal town with a historic fort on a hill, a round building with arches, and a clear blue sky.

Oropesa

A stone bridge over a calm river surrounded by greenery.

Barco De Avila

A town with red-roofed buildings, a prominent church, and mountains in the background.

Cebreros

A lake surrounded by mountains and trees.
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El Barraco

A mountainous landscape with a dirt path, green shrubs, and rocky terrain under a clear blue sky.
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Hoyos del Espino