In the northwest of Madrid, in the Autonomous community of Castile and León is the historic city of Segovia, a place with a rich cultural legacy, grand architecture, and the spirit of the great old cities of Spain. With a historic center and landmarks listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Segovia is a place to discover the cultures that pass through the Iberian Peninsula. Discover this walkable city and come upon the impressive Roman Aqueduct at the entrance of Segovia, historical churches, convents, hidden gardens, and palaces worth visiting. The cultural offer of the city is vast and enjoyable year-round, with plenty to do in its theaters, historical sights, festivals, and tasty restaurants is a place never to forget. Visit Segovia to be amused by this impressive city with the Guadarrama Mountains in the background and enjoy one of the best spots in the center of Spain.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Look for luxury accommodation in the city’s center in the best spots to discover the city’s historic center by staying in Calle de la Infanta Isabel. You will be in one of the best locations, close to many landmarks, great restaurants, and unique city spots within a walkable distance from your accommodation. Also, in this area, you can find accommodations with excellent views of the city and the main cathedral.
- Stay with your family in a great area to discover Segovia and enjoy plenty of things to do. We recommend staying close to Avenida Acueducto, where you and your family can move around the city quickly and enjoy proximity to great spots to discover during your visit.
- Find accommodation in the heart of the city, discover the hidden areas of Segovia, and experience the city by staying near Plazuela San Martín. Here is an excellent place to immerse yourself in the city’s best museums, historical sights, and unique eateries.
- Discover Segovia on a budget. The city offers excellent options for affordable accommodations anywhere in town and great activities to enjoy without spending too much money.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Segovia, Spain, in 5 categories:
- Luxury stays in Segovia:
- Cathedral views:
- Family-friendly accommodation:
- Discovering the culture of
- Budget stays:
A world heritage city in the heart of Spain. – What to know before visiting
Very close to Madrid, the city of Segovia is a multicultural spot in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is where you can experience the history between its medieval streets and monumental architecture and a historic center listed as a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Segovia became a Roman city around the I Century BCE. During this era, the Romans built one of the city’s principal icons, the Aqueduct of Segovia. This construction is the symbol of the town and is considered one of Spain’s most important Roman civil engineering works. Some historians believe that the city was abandoned during the Islamic era and repopulated after the conquest of Toledo, changing the appearance of the city and constructing many of the landmarks that can be seen and enjoyed to this day, such as the Alcázar de Segovia, a medieval castle from the XII century, renowned worldwide and the most visited monuments of Spain.
Discover the impressive Catedral de Segovia, the main religious sight of the city from the XIV century and known as a masterpiece of the late Spanish Gothic, or visit the remnants of the Muralla de Segovia, the historic walls surrounding the city. Surrounding the town, find the entrance gates of the old walls: the Puerta de San Cebrián, the Puerta de Santiago, and the Puerta de San Andrés, this last one connecting to the old Jewish Quarter of the city. Finally, take your time to visit Plaza Mayor, the town’s central plaza, where you can enjoy the city life of Segovia in an XVII century setting.
Besides the city’s monumental architecture, Segovia is an excellent spot to discover the cultural wonders of Spain. Visit its many museums, such as the Museum of Contemporary Art Esteban Vicente, to enjoy the best exponents of Spanish contemporary art or Casa del Sol – Museo de Segovia, where you can enjoy archaeology, ethnology, and art exhibition in a former fortress.
Discover Segovia and everything that makes this a unique medieval city with plenty of spots to discover and things to enjoy.
Luxury accommodations in the center of Segovia.
The historic center of Segovia is a great place to explore and enjoy during your visit to the city. Stay within one of the best areas to visit the town’s most famous sights and look for a luxury stay that suits your needs. We recommend the area of Calle de la Infanta Isabel.
This street is a great spot close to many exciting places in Segovia, such as the significant city icon of the Catedral de Segovia in Calle Marqués del Arco, where you can discover the best example of Spanish Gothic architecture, with stunning stained glass, an extraordinary cloister, a religious art museum, and an impressive staircase view, 150 m from your stay. This area is also a great place to learn about the city’s Jewish Quarter and visit the Centro Didáctico de la Judería de Segovia, where you can discover the Jewish history of the town in a medieval building.
You will be close to excellent leisure areas of the city, where you can enjoy among locals the beauties of Segovia, such as the Plaza Mayor, where you can enjoy views of the cathedral, restaurants, and cafes in one of the most lively areas of the city, 130 m from your accommodation. Also, discover the Park of the Paseo del Salón in Paseo Salón Isabel II, an area with fountains, monuments, and walkable paths to enjoy nature, just 300 m from your lodging. And another great place to experience the best of Segovia is the Teatro Juan Bravo in Plaza Mayor, the city’s main theater, inaugurated in 1918 and still active with year-round shows.
Close to Calle de la Infanta Isabel are excellent options for experiencing the delicious gastronomy of Segovia. Visit Restaurante San Miguel, just a few steps from your accommodation, and enjoy the traditional dishes of Segovia, such as Judiones de la Granja or roasted lamb Segovia style. Or, visit Restaurante La Taurina in Plaza Mayor, and discover great dishes of the Castilian tradition, 130 m from your stay.
On this street, you can also look for great views of the city and the cathedral and enjoy beautiful sunset views in the city’s heart. We recommend staying in Calle de la Infanta Isabel to discover one of the best areas of Segovia.
Family stays close to a Roman Aqueduct.
Stay with your family in a great area to discover Segovia, close to many attractions and places of interest and all the necessary amenities for comfortable accommodation. We recommend staying close to Avenida Acueducto, where you and your family can move around the city quickly and enjoy proximity to great spots to discover during your visit.
- Visit the city’s unique landmarks close to your accommodation, such as the Aqueduct of Segovia in Plaza Azoguejo, where you and your family can enjoy one of the most famous Roman constructions in Spain, 250 m from your accommodation. Discover the Iglesia Románica de San Millán in Avenida Acueducto, where you can discover an XI-century building with pre-Roman elements just a few steps from your lodging.
- You will be close to great spots to enjoy the nature of Segovia, like the Jardinillos De San Roque in Calle de Los Jardinillos de San Roque, where you can walk through paths, have fun in the playground, and enjoy the nearby restaurants, 210 m from your stay. Or, plan a visit to the Segovia Botanical Garden in Calle Morillo. Here you can see a wide variety of local plants, fountains, ponds, and trees in a beautiful place to enjoy nature within the city, 550 m from your accommodation.
- Close to your stay, you will find grocery shops with everything you may need during your stays, such as Dia Supermarket in Calle Gobernador Fernández Jiménez, 140 m from your stay, or Super Bueno in Calle de la Canaleja, 260 m from your family lodging.
- Find pharmacies and health centers a short distance from your stay, like Acueducto Pharmacy in Calle Cervantes, 230 m from your place, or the health center Clinica Médica Goya in Carretera Madrona, 450 m from your lodging.
- Enjoy great dining options with your family, such as Restaurante La Codorniz in Calle Hermanos Barral, where you and your family can taste traditional Castilian dishes 250 m from your stay. Have beautiful views of the Aqueduct of Segovia in the traditional eatery El Secreto de San Clemente in Avenida Acueducto, en eat traditional Segovia meals at the terrace with great views of one of the city icons, 110 m from your accommodation.
Stay with your family in a great area to discover Segovia and enjoy plenty of things to do by staying close to Avenida Acueducto.
Living the cultural center of the city.
Experience the city’s culture and enjoy walkable proximity to great spots by staying near Plazuela San Martín. This small plaza is an excellent starting point to visit museums, plazas, and historical places such as Fundación Torreón de Lozoya, a museum located in a medieval palace from the XVI century with architectural elements of Gothic with Mudejár and Renaissance influence. Here you can discover paintings, numismatics, sculpture, porcelains, books, and many other historical artifacts located in the heart of the plaza a few meters from your accommodation.
Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art Esteban Vicente in Plaza Bellas Artes, a contemporary art museum with a great collection of works by Spanish artists, housed in the Palace of Henry IV of Spain from the XV century, 70 m from your accommodation. Also close to your accommodation is the La Alhóndiga in Calle la Alhóndiga, an exhibition room for different purposes and a historical archive of the city, and located in an XVI-century building in a Gothic, industrial style of the Catholic Monarchs era, and just 75 m from your stay.
Discover the area’s historical landmarks like Casa De Los Picos in Calle Juan Bravo, home of the Segovia Art School and exhibition hall, where you can discover a unique facade covered by pyramid-shaped reliefs made from granite and built in the XV century, 130 m from your lodging. Then, visit the Iglesia de San Martín, an XII-century church with unique details on its columns, domes, and cloister, worth discovering and located in front of Plazuela San Martín. Finally, enjoy the beautiful Segovia skyline and have outstanding city views from the observation deck of Mirador de la Canaleja in Bajada de la Canaleja.
Enjoy the eateries near your accommodation and discover the superb Segovian cuisine by visiting El Redebal in Calle la Alhóndiga, and try a local wine from its extensive list or any of the typical dishes of the region, 70 m from your accommodation. Or, visit Asador El Hidalgo in Calle José Canalejas and find great menus of the Segovia gastronomy, just 91 m from your stay.
Find accommodation in the heart of the city, discover the hidden areas of Segovia, and experience the city by staying near Plazuela San Martín.
Enjoying Segovia on a budget.
Visit Segovia and enjoy this great city on a budget. The whole city offers excellent options to stay at a fair price. Choose the areas that best suit your budget and what attractions you want to see. Also, Segovia provides plenty of good options for activities to do without spending too much or entirely for free, such as visiting the Aqueduct of Segovia, discovering the Alcázar de Segovia, walking around Plaza Mayor, and finding the small eateries that have excellent prices all around the city.
