Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Leon
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Leon with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Leon area
This Leon map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Leon and surroundings
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Spain
These days, Valencia welcomes no less beautiful holiday, the festival of Fire. A ritual procession bring flowers to the Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary. A huge panel of bouquets is made. After that, the holiday begins. Two weeks after Easter, a large agricultural fair takes place in Seville. It turns a city into a real celebration of Andalusian culture. The famous flamenco music sounds all nights long. Dancers wearing national costumes come out to the streets; sounds of castanets are heard everywhere. A corrida, which gathers the mightiest matadors of the world, takes place these days. Barcelona celebrates the day of San Jordi on April, 23. A theatrical battle with dragons is performed on the streets. After that, it is customary to give bouquets of red roses to all women, whether you know them or not. … Open
Photogallery of Leon sights
Our guide to Leon
Traditions and mentality of Leon
The cultural life of Leon is versatile and original; the city hosts both beautiful ancient festivals and interesting modern celebrations. It is worth noting the special hankering of local residents to the culinary arts. During the year, lots of various culinary exhibitions, fairs, workshops and culinary competitions are held in Leon. However, the culinary tradition is not the only distinctive feature of the local … Open

Travel guide to Leon
While walking around the city you can see a lot of beautiful palaces and mansions. One of the most notable is the Guzmanes Palace. Once, this gorgeous palace belonged to the family of Guzmanes, who was one of the wealthiest and most notable in the region. Built in 1560, today this palace is considered one of the most beautiful monuments in the Renaissance style. Since 1882, the building has belonged to the government … Open

Leon for children - what to visit
Those who want to diversify their vacation with interesting cultural events should visit the Casa Museo Sierra Pambley with children. This is an original museum-villa in which the setting of the past has been restored to its fullest. You can see antique furniture, works of art and collections of old books here. Young travelers will surely like to walk around this ancient mysterious house. Many beautiful places … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets
One of the best clothing stores in town is Mangas, which would be of special interest to the whole family. It sells great clothes for both men and women, and a large children's department is available here to parents. All the products presented in this store are quite affordable, while the quality of clothes will pleasantly surprise even the most demanding customers. Many come to Mangas specifically to buy shoes … Open

Advices for travellers
5. One of the main features of popular food places remain a large number of visitors. If in the evening just a couple of tables are occupied in a restaurant, then it’s not the best one and it is worth to look for another place to dine. Low quality of food and high prices may be among possible reasons for the lack of popularity. 6. In restaurants and cafes it is customary to leave a tip that is … Open

Active recreation
Among Leon's bars and clubs operating after dusk, there are several ones where you can fully satisfy your needs for nightlife entertainment. So, if you want to listen to quality live music and have a couple of strong drinks with friends, it would be interesting to spend time at Chelsea British Bar, connoisseurs of a cozy atmosphere should not ignore Black Dog Bar, and Glam Theatre is a perfect club for those who … Open
