A Roman city still alive
Lugo
Why Lugo?
The city of Lugo is a truly unique historic landmark in Spain, still embraced by its ancient Roman walls after more than two thousand years! The complete Roman walls encircle the city, and within them the Santa María Cathedral, the peaceful old town and lively local squares blend naturally into everyday life. Beyond the walls, the River Miño, the Roman bridge and the long-standing tradition of Roman baths reveal that this city was never a closed fortress, but a place long connected to the wider world! Rome, pilgrimage and Galician culture quietly converge here, offering a deeply memorable experience!
Main Attractions
Roman Walls
Lugo’s Roman walls form a complete circuit around the city, making them the only fully preserved Roman wall in the world! Built 2000 years ago and still entirely walkable, allow visitors to experience the city exactly as it was conceived in Roman times!
Cathedral
Built on Romanesque foundations and enriched by later additions, Lugo’s Cathedral is closely linked to historic pilgrimage routes. Its calm and solemn interior conveys centuries of devotion and spiritual continuity at the very heart of the walled city!
Old Town
Lugo’s historic centre is defined by beautiful stone-paved streets and a calm, compact atmosphere that invites slow exploration. Enclosed by the Roman walls, past and present flow seamlessly together, making history feel quietly alive at every turn!
Mayor Square
Surrounded by elegant arcades and traditional cafés that reflect the city’s relaxed pace, this square offers a vivid sense of daily life within the walled city. Here, history and the present coexist naturally, creating a space that feels both lived-in and timeless!
Central Market
The lively Central Market is where everyday life and the culinary traditions of inland Galicia come together most vividly in Lugo! Its stalls display local many kinds of meat, vegetables, cheeses and bread in an authentic, lively setting that appeals to all the senses!
Domus of Mithras
These ancient ruins are linked to a secret Roman religious cult preserved within a former domestic space! Descend into this underground site and experience a quieter, more introspective side of ancient Lugo, far removed from the bustle above!
Rosalía de Castro Park
Rosalía de Castro Park provides a gentle transition between Lugo’s walled historic centre and the surrounding natural landscape. Walking through its shaded paths allows visitors to relax and enjoy the city’s restrained, peaceful character at an unhurried pace!
Roman Bridge
The Roman bridge over the River Miño connects the city with its surrounding territory and natural environment. Crossing the bridge helps visitors better understand the relationship between the protected city and the open landscape beyond the walls!
Roman Baths
The remains of the old Roman baths reveal Lugo as a fully developed Roman city and illustrate the importance of bathing as a social and cultural practice in those days! You too can come in and relax your body and mind in this historic environtment!
Local Cuisine
Lugo’s cuisine reflects the nature of inland Galicia, with hearty dishes whose flavours convey the whole region’s climate, traditions and way of life! Tasting the local food becomes an essential part of understanding the city and its enduring identity!
What's included?
The prices shown below for this optional tour include all of the following expenses!
Tour Price
- Enjoy excellent value for money!
- 1 Person €500
- 2 Persons €800
- 3 Persons €1100
- 4 Persons €1400
- 5 Persons €1700
- 6 Persons €2000
- 7 Persons €2300
- 8 Persons €2600
- 9 Persons €2900