Rating
4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
Kamil NOWAK (3 months ago)
One of great looking outside and just average inside … so if you did see the best ones (St Peter, or Burgos or NotreDameParis) skip buying ticket and ignore need for the tickets- just enter pray area 95% is there
One of great looking outside and just average inside … so if you did see the best ones (St Peter, or Burgos or NotreDameParis) skip buying ticket and ignore need for the tickets- just enter pray area 95% is there
BCL ADRIAN (3 months ago)
This is one of the most beautiful buildings in Salamanca town. Salamanca has a huge amount of historical buildings with excellent detail on them. I would highly recommend a visit to this cathedral if you are passing through Salamanca or staying there for a visit. It is located right in the centre of town and you can get very nice photographs. It is within walking distance of all restaurants bars and cafes. I would highly recommend you visit inside the Cathedral. The difference between the old cathedral and new one is very historical. Tickets are 10 per adult.
This is one of the most beautiful buildings in Salamanca town. Salamanca has a huge amount of historical buildings with excellent detail on them. I would highly recommend a visit to this cathedral if you are passing through Salamanca or staying there for a visit. It is located right in the centre of town and you can get very nice photographs. It is within walking distance of all restaurants bars and cafes. I would highly recommend you visit inside the Cathedral. The difference between the old cathedral and new one is very historical. Tickets are 10 per adult.
Dejan Braki (3 months ago)
There aren't many places in the world where you have two religious objects attached together. I saw such Churches in Portugal, but Cathedrals I don't recall I did. That's just the case here in Salamanca. The old Romanesque/Gothic Cathedral was built after defeating the Moors in 12c. However, with establishing Spain's oldest University across it, over the time with population growth it became small, so they started a new Cathedral to build right beside the existing one in 16c. The new Cathedral was finished in 18c, after 200 years, in Gothic/Baroque. Entry (includes both of them) is 10 Euros. If you strictly follow the audio guide it will take almost hour and a half. What really annoyed me, already not so cheap fee I mentioned does not include climbing the Ieronimus bell tower which is extra 5 - too greedy imo, so we didn't climb it and therefore deduct one star
There aren't many places in the world where you have two religious objects attached together. I saw such Churches in Portugal, but Cathedrals I don't recall I did. That's just the case here in Salamanca. The old Romanesque/Gothic Cathedral was built after defeating the Moors in 12c. However, with establishing Spain's oldest University across it, over the time with population growth it became small, so they started a new Cathedral to build right beside the existing one in 16c. The new Cathedral was finished in 18c, after 200 years, in Gothic/Baroque. Entry (includes both of them) is 10 Euros. If you strictly follow the audio guide it will take almost hour and a half. What really annoyed me, already not so cheap fee I mentioned does not include climbing the Ieronimus bell tower which is extra 5 - too greedy imo, so we didn't climb it and therefore deduct one star
Jocelyn Twose (3 months ago)
Tickets are mainly bought through self service machines but can also be bought at the desk. The cathedral is vast and has many side chapels as well as having old and new sections. We only had 45 minutes to spare which meant we had no time to view the old cathedral. Allow at least 2 hours if you wish to justify the admission price. Despite the town being busy the cathedral was quiet. An informative visit but not an outstanding venue.
Tickets are mainly bought through self service machines but can also be bought at the desk. The cathedral is vast and has many side chapels as well as having old and new sections. We only had 45 minutes to spare which meant we had no time to view the old cathedral. Allow at least 2 hours if you wish to justify the admission price. Despite the town being busy the cathedral was quiet. An informative visit but not an outstanding venue.
João Almeida (7 months ago)
Visiting the Salamanca Cathedral offers a unique glimpse into the confluence of history and artistry. The cathedral, a juxtaposition of the old and the new, stands as a testament to architectural evolution and religious devotion. The **chorus** is undoubtedly a highlight, with its resonant acoustics that seem to carry the weight of centuries in each note. It's a space where music and architecture blend seamlessly, creating an atmosphere that is both uplifting and solemn. Above, the **golden ornate ceiling** above the altar captures the eye, reflecting light and drawing attention to the intricate craftsmanship. It's a dazzling display of art, where every detail has been meticulously fashioned to inspire awe and reverence. The contrast between the **new and old cathedral** sections is striking. The newer parts, with their cleaner lines and brighter stones, speak to a different era's aspirations and techniques. Meanwhile, the older sections bear the marks of time, with weathered stones that tell stories of the past. While the visit was enjoyable, it fell short of love, perhaps because the connection to such grandeur can feel distant, or the overwhelming presence of history can be as much imposing as it is impressive. Nonetheless, the Salamanca Cathedral remains a remarkable site that stirs appreciation for the enduring legacy of human creativity and faith.
Visiting the Salamanca Cathedral offers a unique glimpse into the confluence of history and artistry. The cathedral, a juxtaposition of the old and the new, stands as a testament to architectural evolution and religious devotion. The **chorus** is undoubtedly a highlight, with its resonant acoustics that seem to carry the weight of centuries in each note. It's a space where music and architecture blend seamlessly, creating an atmosphere that is both uplifting and solemn. Above, the **golden ornate ceiling** above the altar captures the eye, reflecting light and drawing attention to the intricate craftsmanship. It's a dazzling display of art, where every detail has been meticulously fashioned to inspire awe and reverence. The contrast between the **new and old cathedral** sections is striking. The newer parts, with their cleaner lines and brighter stones, speak to a different era's aspirations and techniques. Meanwhile, the older sections bear the marks of time, with weathered stones that tell stories of the past. While the visit was enjoyable, it fell short of love, perhaps because the connection to such grandeur can feel distant, or the overwhelming presence of history can be as much imposing as it is impressive. Nonetheless, the Salamanca Cathedral remains a remarkable site that stirs appreciation for the enduring legacy of human creativity and faith.
