Segovia · Plaza Mayor and the cathedral
Segovia Cathedral
The cathedral on Plaza Mayor, a 16th century building known as the Lady of the Cathedrals for its size. The ticket also covers the Palacio Episcopal.
- 2 h 30
- €4
- Booking: not needed
- Plaza Mayor and the cathedral
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The cathedral was built in the 16th century and mixes Gothic and Renaissance elements. It is large and light, with a tall tower over the square. You walk the nave and the side chapels at your own pace, and the same ticket includes the Palacio Episcopal next door. The tower can be climbed only on a guided visit.
What to look for
- The wide central nave
- The side chapels
- The tower seen from Plaza Mayor
- The guided tower visit
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 am–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
| Sunday | 1:00 pm–6:30 pm | last entry 6:00 pm |
From 18 September to 4 April 2027 it is open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 18:30 and on Sunday from 13:00 to 18:30. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing, and tourist visits are not allowed during services. Summer hours are different.
Source: Oficina de Turismo de Segovia (horarios de noviembre de 2026), checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €4. The general ticket costs 4 euros (3 reduced) and includes the Palacio Episcopal. The cathedral plus a guided tower visit costs 7 euros. Children up to 7 and residents of Segovia enter free.
Getting there
Tip
Go on a weekday morning, since on Sunday the doors open only at 13:00, and check the guided tower visit times before you plan the day.