Located only 1 hour north of Madrid in Spain, Segovia is the perfect destination for a day trip from Madrid. And the best way to discover this small city is simply to walk around, going from one monument to the other, preferably with a guide.

If you were searching for “free tour Segovia” and ended up here, you’re lucky. I’ve made a selection of the best Segovia free walking tours to help you choose the best one for you. And if don’t like any of these options, I’ve prepared a free map so you can tour Segovia by yourself.

Let’s go!

 

The Best Free Segovia Tours

Before starting the list, are you sure you know what is a free tour? If not, let me clarify first.

A free tour you book in advance is, most of the time, a pay-what-you-want walking tour: the tour is free to book, but the guide can expect to be rewarded with a tip when the tour ends. This means you are free to choose the price. You can give nothing, 5€, but you can also give 100€ if you want to!  PS: tickets to monuments are at your cost.

Now that it’s clear, let’s jump to the list!

 

1. Free Tour Segovia and its Heritage

This free walking tour conducted by a quality local guide will take you to Segovia’s most essential route, which is perfect if you’re there for a short stay or for a day trip from Madrid. In a group of a minimum of 6 people, you’ll be able to really soak up the atmosphere and history of each place you’ll visit on this tour.

Duration: 2 hours

Language: Spanish

Ticket: Book Segovia Tour

 

alcazar de segovia from the miradouro del ultimo pino

 

2. Segovia by Night Free Walking Tour

This guided tour will make you discover the Castilian city in a very unique way. Starting at sunset with a small group, you’ll be able to discover all the most beautiful monuments and spots under the moonlight and the town’s lights.

Duration: 1h30

Language: Spanish

Ticket: Book Segovia by Night Walking Tour 

 

3. Cultural and Gastronomic Segovia Free Walking Tour

If you like discovering places also through local food, then this tour is for you. Of course, this tour will take you to all the best landmarks, but you’ll also be able to taste local food such as tapas, local wines, and more. Bonus: the guide is a chef!

Duration: 2h

Language: Spanish, Italian

Ticket: Book Cultural and Gastronomic Segovia Walking Tour

 

the roman aqueduct in segovia spain

 

4. Free Segovia Tour in Sign Language&nbsp

This tour given in ASL (American Sign Language) by a highly experienced guide is perfect for those who are hard of hearing. This completely free tour offers a complete guide of the town, starting from the Aqueduct and ending at the Alcazar. You won’t miss anything! 

Duration: 2h

Language: American Sign Language

Ticket: Book Segovia Tour in Sign Language

 

aerial view of the segovia cathedral in segovia spain

 

5. More Segovia Guided Tours

As you’ve noticed, there are no free Segovia guided tours given in English. So if you don’t speak Spanish, you can either follow the tour without listening to the guide’s explanations, or you can choose to pay for an English-speaking tour. 

If you’re ready to pay, then here are my recommendations:

⭐️ Best option – Segovia Tour: you’ll be able to fully explore the town and main monuments during a 5-hour tour for 50€. And if you have more time, you can even choose to visit Toledo and El Escorial for the same price.

💰 Cheapest option – Self-Guided Audio Tour: rent the audio guide + online map for 6€ so you can tour Segovia on your own. It’s a great option, especially if you want to visit privately and at your pace.

🚀 Private option – Private Walking Tour of Segovia: if you prefer private sightseeing tours, this is the one. Starting at 90€ for a group of 5 people, this Segovia tour of 2 hours is the best to visit the town with your family or friends.

 

If you’re not satisfied with any of the options above, then the best thing to do is definitely to tour Segovia by yourself. Keep reading below!

 

Segovia Free Map + Tips for Visiting Segovia

Do you prefer doing a Segovia tour by yourself and not paying at all? Well, the only TRUE free tour is a self-guided walking tour. But where should you go? What itinerary should you follow?

I’ve got you covered.

 

Your Private Segovia Free Walking Tour Map

I’ve created a custom map to make it easy for you to go on your Segovia walking tour. And yes, it’s free. To get your Segovia Itinerary map, simply click on the image below to open it in Google Maps. Then click on the “star” icon to save it to your own maps.

 

free tour segovia itinerary map
 

What to expect: epic monuments, stunning churches, and a lot of viewpoints!
Walking time: 1h15
Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
Total time recommended: from 2 hours (walking/taking in the views) to 5 hours (visiting everything along the way)

 
Here are the different spots you’ll see this walking tour covers:

  1. Muralla de Segovia
  2. Mirador Museo de Segovia
  3. Puerta de San Andrés
  4. Catedral de Segovia
  5. Plaza Mayor
  6. Church of San Martín
  7. Plaza de Medina del Campo
  8. Casa de Los Picos
  9. Postigo del Consuelo
  10. Aqueduct of Segovia
  11. Church of San Millán
  12. Mirador Sancti Spiritu
  13. South West Viewpoint
  14. Mirador del Último pino
  15. Mirador del Alcazar y los dos Valles
  16. Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos
  17. Alcázar de Segovia

Note: the itinerary is a loop, so you can start it at any point. If you’re coming from Madrid by train or by bus, you’ll start the itinerary at the Aqueduct.

 

segovia cathedral in segovia spain

 

Tips For Your Segovia Free Tour

Walking tours are my favorite way to discover a new place when backpacking through Europe. My experiences have allowed me to make a small list of things to do (and not to do) to make these walking tours amazing.

These tips will help you make the most out of your visit to Segovia, whatever the tour you choose:

  • As for any walking tour, make sure to wear proper footwear! Sneakers are ok for this short walk, but hiking shoes are always recommended
  • Wear sunscreen and a hat if it’s sunny; the sun is no joke
  • Remember to be respectful when you enter places of worship: take off your hats, and be quiet
  • Bring a thermos with you on your walk, you’ll be happy to have cold water/hot coffee with you when you sit down for a break

 

segovia cathedral on plaza mayor

 

Where to Stay in Segovia

If you want to stay in town, you have several options for where to stay. You’ll find below hotels depending on your travel style. 

⭐️ Best Hotel – Hotel Spa La Casa Mudéjar: Very comfy rooms, with private bathroom, for around 65€ per night. The two nice bonuses? It’s right next to the Cathedral, and there is a spa, the perfect place to go and relax after a long day of exploring Segovia!

💰 Best Budget Hotel – Hosteria Natura: Cheapest accommodation in Segovia, for around 30€ per night. It comes with a private bathroom and free wifi. This hostel has the best location as it’s right on the main square Plaza Mayor, and everything is within walking distance. There’s also A/C and heating in each room, for your comfort.

If you’re not satisfied with these hotels, you can find more options in this guide of the best hotels in Segovia.

 

church as seen from the aqueduct de segovia

 

Visit More of Spain

Going to Segovia and beyond? Find below my other Spain travel guides to help you plan your trip:

If you’re coming from Madrid, here’s a guide to help you get to Segovia, no matter how you travel: Madrid to Segovia by Train, Bus or Car

Find below a few guides to some of the most famous monuments in Segovia: 

If you want to discover more of the Castillan region, here are other city guides:

For more places to visit in Spain, feel free to check all my Spain guides here.

 

I hope you enjoy your trip to Segovia and to Spain! If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below, I always reply.