Things to Do in Antequera
Discover the most charming city in the late afternoon. We start in the plaza del coso viejo at 8:00 p.m. with an introduction to our history, we will walk through the picturesque streets up to KM 0 of Andalusia to the Plaza de San Sebastián, where we will meet important characters of our history The view continues in the part High in the city, with spectacular views from the viewpoint of the almenillas, we will reveal the secret of the rock of the lovers and the legend of the arch of the giants. The citadel, the Collegiate Church and the Roman baths. We will leave you with a good taste in your mouth! Highly recommended
I offer you the visit to the city with an official guide. We start in the old town square at 10.00 (10:30 in winter) with an introduction to our history, we will visit the archaeological museum, where we will discover why Antequera is world heritage, we will walk along KM 0 of Andalusia, and we will visit the church from San Sebastián, where there are also very emblematic characters from Antequera. The view continues in the upper part, we will discover the legend of the source of the bull, we continue with spectacular views from the viewpoint of the almenillas, we will reveal the secret of the Peña de los Enamorados, the alcazaba, the Collegiate church and the Roman baths. We will leave you with a good taste in this tour of 10! Always accompanied by official guides. Places visited: - Plaza del coso viejo - the archaeological museum, - KM 0 of Andalusia, - Church of San Sebastián, - Upper part - Fuente del Toro - Mirador de las almenillas - Peña de los Enamorados, the Alcazaba, the Collegiate Church and the Roman terms. MEASURES BY COVID-19 Important information We are taking safety and hygiene measures recommended by the health authorities in all Guruwalks: - Limited number of visitors - Safety distance between visitors - Mandatory own mask
What do these prehistoric constructions mean? And who put them there? Uncover this mystery and many more on this guided tour of the Dolmens of Antequera.
I would like to show you this neolithic wonder that made it possible to be a World Heritage Site. We will enter the Menga cave, the largest dolmen in Europe and discover what secrets it hides, then we will visit the Viera cave, with different characteristics and location. And we will reveal the legend of the great face of the Indian and its importance for the different cultures that have formed the city.
Learn about Prehistory by visiting the famous Antequera Dolmens Archaeological Complex, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016 due to the importance given to the three megalithic structures that make it up: The Viera Dolmen, the Tholos del Romeral, and the Menga Dolmen, the largest in the Iberian Peninsula and built approximately 6,000 years ago.
Enjoy a free tour of the Antequera Dolmens Archaeological Ensemble led by professionals in Archeology and Art History, in a fun and didactic way.
The 1:30 a.m. visit will consist of:
1. Reproduction of a brief audiovisual where they will explain the construction hypothesis of the Dolmen de Menga.
2. Introduction and visit to the Site Museum.
3. Visit to the monuments of enclosure 1: Dolmen de Viera and Dolmen de Menga.
- The visit begins at the Site Museum, where it is essential to collect the tickets (free of charge) to gain access to the monuments.
- The visit ends in the Parking of the Archaeological Ensemble.
- Learn about Prehistory like never before, with family, friends or alone and discover one of the treasures of the city of Antequera.
See you soon!
Marina and Carmen.
CLARIFICATION:
The Dolmenes de Antequera Archaeological Ensemble conducts free guided tours on weekends with prior reservation. We present these guided tours so that you do not miss the opportunity to visit the monuments with a quality explanation outside of their offered hours.
TIPS: Bring a hat, water and sunscreen.