Baiona

At the appointed time we'll meet at Pozo da Aguada, opposite to the Tourist Office, where we'll start this walking tour of Baiona, a city rich in history. We'll start our tour of Baiona on the seafront promenade, where we'll walk to enjoy the view of Mount Boi and the castle of Monterreal, with its towers and battlements. This imposing fortress is now a Parador de Turismo Hotel. In addition to other interesting stories, we'll unveil how the news of the Discovery of America arrived in Baiona by La Pinta, one of Christopher Columbus' ships. But this coast not only attracted new messages from the Indies but also invasions by pirates and corsairs such as the famous Francis Drake. We'll continue walking while admiring the monument of the Virgen de la Roca, Our Lady of the Rock, which is 49 feet (15 meters) high. Afterward, we'll discover the house of Pedro Madruga, a very important character in the history of Baiona. Our next stop will be in the old town of Baiona. We'll walk through its narrow streets passing by emblematic buildings such as A Casa do Perdón, The House of Forgiveness, and we'll also follow the route of the famous pilgrimage, Camino de Santiago. Finally, we will return to the promenade to see the statue of Alfonso IX, one of the kings who brought popularity to Baiona. At this point, we'll end the tour after two hours of sightseeing.

At the appointed time we'll meet at Pozo da Aguada, opposite the Tourist Office, where we'll start this walking tour of the mysteries and legends of Baiona. We'll start our thrilling journey on the seafront promenade, where we'll commence delving deeper and deeper into Baiona's secrets. Enjoy the view of Mount Boi as its shadow lengthens... for soon legendary creatures of old will bring with them an eerie atmosphere. In addition to other thrilling stories, you'll get to know what the Holy Company, Trasnos, and Lavandeiras are... and learn to fear them. Fact and fiction intertwine, for the Galician will always be known for their connection with the other side. The guide's vivid storytelling will captivate you as the night approaches. Churches haunted by ghastly apparitions, the legend of a mysterious martyr from a very long time ago... which story will help you better understand how profound and rich this town's past is? This walking tour unveils the magic lying beneath the estuary of Baiona. You'll get to know: Ribeira Promenade, Pinzón Promenade, the fortress of Mont Boi, the old town of Baiona, and many other places filled to the brim with unexplained phenomena.

At the appointed time we'll meet at Pozo da Aguada, opposite the Tourist Office, where we'll start this walking tour of Baiona, a city rich in history. Since this is a private tour, you may alter the following itinerary as you wish when feasible within this tour's duration. We'll start our tour of Baiona on the seafront promenade, where we'll walk to enjoy the view of Mount Boi and the castle of Monterreal, with its towers and battlements. This imposing fortress is now a Parador de Turismo Hotel. In addition to other interesting stories, we'll unveil how the news of the Discovery of America arrived in Baiona by La Pinta, one of Christopher Columbus' ships. But this coast not only attracted new messages from the Indies but also invasions by pirates and corsairs such as the famous Francis Drake. We'll continue walking while admiring the monument of the Virgen de la Roca, Our Lady of the Rock, which is 49 feet (15 meters) high. Afterward, we'll discover the house of Pedro Madruga, a very important character in the history of Baiona. Our next stop will be in the old town of Baiona. We'll walk through its narrow streets passing by emblematic buildings such as A Casa do Perdón, The House of Forgiveness, and we'll also follow the route of the famous pilgrimage, Camino de Santiago. Finally, we will return to the promenade to see the statue of Alfonso IX, one of the kings who brought popularity to Baiona. At this point, we'll end the tour after two hours of sightseeing.