THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Avila
Things to Do in Avila
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- Historical Toursfromper adultAU$130
- Full-day Toursfromper adultAU$203
- fromper adultAU$2,524
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$658
- Historical Toursfromper adultAU$108
- Sports Lessonsfromper adultAU$125
- Full-day Toursfromper adultAU$83
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$718
- Full-day Toursfromper adultAU$84
- Full-day Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$100
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- Cme1234Singapore, Singapore469 contributionsThis wall is probably the only attraction and reason to visit Ávila.
The views from the walls are amazing but unfortunately, we had joined a day tour and the guide rushed us through. We only walked a very small section of the wall but we still managed to take some very cool photos.
Not really worth a full day trip to Avila unless you do it together with Segovia.Written 2 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RazorfishLittle Rock, AR3,866 contributionsThe Catedral de Avila is an impressive Gothic and Romanesque structure in medieval Avila. My wife and I went to Avila on a day trip from Madrid. The entry fee was a little steep and we had limited time, so we didn’t go inside.Written 17 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jaimeelsabioMaryland4,320 contributionsFrom its location, one is afforded a great view of the city walls. I only returned this time to get a photo of the Ávila letters sign.Written 4 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RazorfishLittle Rock, AR3,866 contributionsMy wife and I visited Avila on a day trip from Madrid during a visit this past spring. Our guide took us to the Basilica de San Vincente at the end of our tour of Avila. It is very impressive on the interior of the basilica. The gold plated altar is beautiful and the carvings on the martyrs’s tomb is very colorful. The Basilica is not to be missed when visiting Avila.Written 18 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- wedwardesLondon, UK167 contributionsI arrived at 11:30 and throughout my one hour visit I was the only one there. The entry cost of €4 is good value for the solitude.
I loved walking around the three cloistersWritten 8 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CaliforniaCalifornia6 contributionsA must for Catholics or anyone interested in the life of Saint Teresa of Avila. Beautiful view of the city walls from outside. Bring euros for the €2 fee or gift shop because they don’t accept credit cards.Written 20 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RazorfishLittle Rock, AR3,866 contributionsAvila is a wonderfully preserved medieval city. It is very clean without any graffiti. The walls surrounding the old town are in good condition. The Catedral de Avila, the Basilica de San Vincente and the Convento de Santa Teresa are three of the impressive buildings in Avila. Is easy to walk through the medieval part of town in an afternoon. My wife and I enjoyed our visit to Avila.Written 18 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EC13091Ellicott City, MD1,248 contributionsWe were here in the days leading up to the feast day, so we felt we should see this. It was a nice church but not terribly notable in our opinion, and we didn’t stay long (partly because Mass was about to begin). But if in Avila, you should go. It’s freeWritten 10 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RazorfishLittle Rock, AR3,866 contributionsMy wife and I went to Avila on a day trip from Madrid this past spring. Our tour group walked by the Palacio Caprotti but did not have time to go inside to see the museum. We just took the opportunity to take a photograph of the outside of the building.Written 18 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RazorfishLittle Rock, AR3,866 contributionsPlaza Mayor is a nice city square in medieval Avila. It is not as touristy as Madrid’s Plaza Mayor. There are not many shops or cafes in the plaza. Only worth a quick stop while in Avila.Written 18 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paul LEindhoven, The Netherlands3,493 contributionsThis is a small but beautiful church on Plaz de Santa Teresa opposite the city gate and walls of Avila.
You only need a few minutes to visit here.Written 30 December 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Denis CHowwood, UK219 contributionsThis was the first of St Teresa’s reformed carmelite converts, simple to the point of austerity. There is a small but informative museum attached.Written 9 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Avila
- The top attractions to visit in Avila are:
- Las Murallas de Ávila
- Basilica de San Vicente
- Catedral de Avila
- The Four Posts
- Convento de Santa Teresa
- The best day trips from Avila according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Avila & Segovia Tour with Tickets to Monuments from Madrid
- Three Cities in One Day: Segovia, Avila & Toledo from Madrid
- Toledo and Segovia Full-Day Tour with an Optional Visit to Avila
- Avila and Segovia Full Day Tour from Madrid
- Avila with Walls & Segovia with Alcazar from Madrid
- The most popular things to do in Avila with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:See all kid friendly things to do in Avila on Tripadvisor