VALLADOLID is a small city known for the medieval religious sites and the Royal Palace, home of Spanish kings in the early 1600s.
Iconic dish
Sheep cheese, garlic soup and Lechazo (unweaned lamb).
In the city
Christopher Columbus Museum discoverer of America and Museum of Jose Zorrilla, place for poetry and arts.
Kids
Campo grande is a park in the city centre where the kids can breath fresh air and see the plants and animals living here.
Charge your batteries
Restaurante Jero good for tapas and stews, Los Zagales traditional food and good wine. For tapas, the area surrounded Plaza Mayor.
Outside the city
Peñafiel Castle is an impressive castle on the top of a hill less than one hour drive from Valladolid city.
May events
Between the 2n and 13th you will be able to enjoy the festival Valladolid: destino magico, where the streets of the city will be the stage for magic shows. The perfect plan for the whole family.
April events
Between the 14th and 21st the entire city becomes a party celebrating the Semana Santa with different parades and cultural meeting to celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Additional information
Valladolid is just 1h away from Madrid by train and we recommend to spend 1 day here.
