Altamira is well-known as the site of spectacular cave art, although the original paintings cannot... read more
This attraction was not over advertised in the region.. we walked over from our hotel... read more
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Altamira is well-known as the site of spectacular cave art, although the original paintings cannot be visited for conservation reasons, but not many people have heard of the Cueva de Tito Bustillo where you can see the real thing, albeit on a smaller scale, in...More
This attraction was not over advertised in the region.. we walked over from our hotel - unfortunately no places on tour of caves with the palaeolithic are available so we opted for the other caves which were the geological formation. The museum/ exhibition was superb....More
Tour in English was not available so the nice guide gave us her private "pre-tour" which was above and beyond anything required. She is a font of info, the cve is a fascinating piecve of history about it and its paintings (15000 years old, so...More
It is kind of neat if you can go on the day when it is free (Wednesday). We booked in February for a trip in August. Then visit the lovely museum of art in Oviedo and contemplate 20,000 years of art! On hot days caves...More
We really enjoyed these caves. Although tour was in Spanish, the guide gave us a summary at end in English which was great. Tour groups are small and you need to book in advance but well worth it.
Having booked in advance we arrived at the museum an hour early. Not enough time to explore all the displays and videos. But they let you back in after the visit. My 85 year old father decided not to go down the cave. Just as...More
This museum does a fabulous job of both presenting and articulating this UNESCO world site, from it's discovery through its evolution to the present day. Wednesdays are free, and while we visited in February,we were still afforded a tour to one of the large caves...More
You need to book the visit ahead, otherwise you may not be able to get inside as the number of people allowed inside is restricted. The guides are really knowledgeable and will tell you great deal about the prehistoric art and the discovery of the...More
The cave art is truly amazing and well worth a visit. Good to know that your ticket gives you access to Tito Bustillo as well as another cave which also has a tour (and 300 steps) plus the museum. Do leave time for the museum,...More
A fabulous visit, if you like caves and palaeolithic cave art. There's a 1 -1.5 km walk underground through a tunnel and the dried up channel of an ancient river. Then you are shown the cave paintings, drawings, and engravings. Guided in Spanish. Dress warmly....More
