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Ubeda: Blend of Beauty, History, and Architecture
Ubeda is a small Spanish city located in the province of Jaen. The city represents a unique and harmonious combination of cultural and architectural heritage. This is a truly remarkable place even if it is not located in close proximity to some large cities. That is one of the benefits that Spain offers – it has made quite a lot of effort to preserve its historical heritage in full. Ubeda walking tours will help you to see some truly splendid ones. Here are the first spots we recommend you to start with.
Spots to See in Ubeda
If visiting Ubeda is among your plans, this choice is a good one and will enable you to see the next interesting places.
Plaza Vázquez de Molina
This is the central square located in the heart of Ubeda. Visitors may reach this place any time and absolutely for free enjoying the rich ensemble of architectural masterpieces. The latter ones are built in Renaissance style and were categorized as the UNESCO World Heritage. Among others, the Cathedral of Úbeda (Catedral de Úbeda) is also located here. This is a primary spot to visit after arriving in Ubeda.
Palace of the Dean Ortega (Palacio del Deán Ortega)
It is a stunning place to visit. It is distinct for its intricate stonework and a very elegant courtyard. It was created in the 16th century! This place is near the city center. Visiting it is generally free unless you want to book a tour to find out about the history and architecture of this place.
Sacra Capilla del Salvador
This is one of the must-have points to go to when you visit Ubeda. This church is considered to be among the most important, and beautiful too, buildings of the Spanish Renaissance architecture. The architects of this building took the Italian Renaissance motifs and adapted them to the culture and values of Spain. The standard entry fee for visiting this place is €5. It is also near the city center.
Church of Santa Maria de los Reales Alcázares
It is another architectural masterpiece that represents a combination of different styles: Gothic, Renaissance, and neoclassical, among others. It has adorable sculptures and is located not far from the city center. Visiting this place will cost you around €5 too.
Church of San Pablo
This is one of the oldest churches that was built in the 14th century. It also belongs to the architectural ensemble of Ubeda that was categorized as the UNESCO World Heritage. This church has a tower and fountain. It is conveniently located near the city center as well. Visiting it will require you to pay a small fee of €1 only.
These spots will make your free tours in Ubeda unforgettable. It is not sure how long it will take since it is impossible for many tourists to stop admiring such beauty.
Practical Tips Helping to Arrange Your Future Tour Better
There is an international airport near Ubeda – Jaén-Granada Airport (GRX) located around 100 km from this city. However, this airport offers quite limited options for international travelers. Therefore, the best choice is to arrive in Madrid by plane and later travel by bus to Ubeda. The journey by bus from Madrid to Ubeda will take around 3 hours since you’ll have to pass approximately 260 km. The prices range from €4-€32, depending on the level of comfort. There are no problems with bus tickets unless you travel close to holidays.
If you travel by train, the closest railway station is Linares-Baeza. It is located around 26 km from Ubeda. Please note that there are not many bus routes from Linares-Baeza to Ubeda, typically, those are in the morning. The cost for one will be around €3. However, it is always possible to travel by taxi, anytime. This option will take around €25-30 and will take 15-20 minutes only.
Our free walking tours in Ubeda take 2 hours on average. We have lots of options to offer you. The tours are held mostly in Spanish, with some options available in English and French also. Recommend you to look through the options available on our website – we regularly add new offerings and also alter the existing ones to make them even more interesting. Many clients all around the globe have already enjoyed our tours. Here is what kind of feedback they typically provide to us:
Free Tour in Ubeda by Josue
“That Úbeda is a wonder, no one can escape anyone, but if you are lucky enough to have a guide like Josué, the experience can be unforgettable.
It is the fourth time we visit the city and the guided tour has been spectacular. Almost three hours of anecdotes, curiosities, history and, above all, very good humor.
In other words: a great guide for a great city."
Free Tour Downtown and Historical Center of Úbeda
“Accurate tour, touring the most important of ubeda.
Very complete tour, the guide was great, and the tour was very enjoyable.
It is worth mentioning that we all wore headphones so we could listen to the guide at all times.
For me the best free tour done so far.”
Book a Free Guided Tour in Ubeda Today!
Reserve a spot to see splendid architectural masterpieces. All of them have survived the centuries and are worth attending and admiring. Pick the most workable Ubeda city tour on our website without hesitations, while there are free spots available. Enjoy the marvelous buildings and unique moments that will remain in your memory for a lifetime!
