The free tour around Elche is the best way to explore the most symbolic areas of the city while walking around the old town.
Free Tour Elche
We'll meet at the tourist office in the heart of Elche. From here we'll start the free tour and explore the most important corners of the city with two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Join the tour to find out what these are!
The first stop will be the Municipal Park, where we'll find the famous 'Palmeral'. This palm grove is the largest in Europe, covering 1.4 sq miles (3.5 km2) and symbolising the Arabic history throughout the Iberian Peninsula. The unique natural area, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, has 200,000 palm trees.
Following on, we'll go to the Santa Maria basilica to learn more about the second site named as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. A famous religious event is performed in August every year called 'El Misteri d'Elx'; dating back to the 15th Century it reenacts the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
Also, we'll take you around the Palace of Altamira, which over time has been a fort, a textile factory, a prison and it's now a museum. Did you know that it is one of the best-preserved defensive complexes in the Alicante province?
To finish the tour, we'll head to the Calahorra Tower. It's protected inside the ancient city walls and hides impressive frescos from the early 20th century.
Important Information
When the tour ends you'll set the price with your tip, depending on your rating of the guide's service.
Groups
Groups with more than 6 people aren't admitted on this free tour. If your group is bigger than this please contact us.
Minors should be accompanied by adults. There should be a maximum of three minors per adult.
Covid-19 Measures
All of our providers comply with local legislation and applicable health recommendations regarding protection and safety, to help avoid the spread of Covid-19. Specifically, the provider of this tour will apply the following measures:
- Tours or activities will not consist of more than 20 people per group.
- A safe distance of one metre between clients will be maintained whenever possible.
- The use of masks is obligatory. The client must bring their own mask.
- All those running the service (guide, driver etc...) will wear a mask throughout its duration.
- The temperature and wellness of all those taking part in the service will be monitored daily, excluding and maintaining in quarantine any who display fever or symptoms.
- Showing your voucher on your phone will be enough, and it is not necessary to print anything.
Price
Free tours do not have a fixed price, rather each person offers the guide the amount they consider appropriate, depending on their level of satisfaction.
More Information
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in english.
Included
English speaking guide.
When to book?
You can book up until 10 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Digital voucher
Show the voucher on your phone to take part in the activity.
Accessibility
Yes, you must attend with a carer.
Pet-friendly?
Yes.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
If you are not able to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Meeting point
Elche Tourist Information Office