Catedral de Burgos
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Catedral de Burgos - by Eduardo Elúa (CC BY-SA 4.0)





Description
The Cathedral of Saint Mary of Burgos was built in the 13th century with major additions in Flamboyant Gothic style in the 15th and 16th centuries such as the spires of the main façade and the dome over the transept. The design of the main façade, with its two lateral square bell towers, is inspired by the cathedrals of Paris and Reims. The artistic highlights include the Chapel of the Constable, the Renaissance Plateresque stalls of the choir, the Golden staircase built by Diego de Siloé, and the Portal of Saint Mary.
Access & Transport
The church is in the city centre of Burgos, facing Plaza Santa Maia and Plaza Rey San Fernando. It is walking distance from the main touristic sights in town and from the central bus station (500m south). However, the train station is located 5km to the northeast.
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining a visit there with the nearby Paseo del Espolón and Arco de Santa Maria
Environmental & Social
Environmentally neutral. Entrance fees help preserve this historic building, part of the city's architectural and artistic heritages
Conclusion
Burgos Cathedral holds its own among the most impressive churches in Spain, both its exterior architecture and the artistic elements inside warrant a visit.
Key positive
Gorgeous Flamboyant Gothic façade and chapels
Very centrally located with other top touristic sights nearby
Key negative
Slightly expensive for a religious monument
Suitability
No religious denomination restrictions and accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 15m
est. visit time:1h 15m
Start of Season 1:Mar, 19
MONDAY09:30 - 19:30
TUESDAY09:30 - 19:30
WEDNESDAY09:30 - 19:30
THURSDAY09:30 - 19:30
FRIDAY09:30 - 19:30
SATURDAY09:30 - 19:30
SUNDAY09:30 - 19:30
Start of Season 2:Nov, 01
MONDAY10:00 - 19:00
TUESDAY10:00 - 19:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 19:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 19:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 19:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 19:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 19:00