Last week, I talked about my 9 things to see and do in Madrid and today, I wanted to share a bit more from our travels in Spain with our day trip to Segovia. There is an abundance of small journeys that you can do from Madrid’s doorstep but I would highly recommend a day trip to this small Unesco World Heritage city. Trust me you won’t be disappointed!
Getting there is beyond easy. Just grab some tickets (we got ours the day before), jump on the high speed AVE train and you’ll be there in 30 minutes. Once you’ve arrived at the Segovia train station, a short bus or cab ride will take you right into the heart of the action. We got dropped off right beneath the first major attraction – the 2000 year old Roman Aqueducts. 
The aqueduct is 818 meters long and features more than 170 bows. The entire system was built by hand, not using any mortar whatsoever. We were in awe of this incredible feat – those darn Romans!!! We decided to eat at one of the delicious restaurants right in the square, within view of this magnificent structure. Segovia is known for its roast suckling pig if you’d like to give it a try! 
We then started to walk through the gorgeous streets, making our way to the awe-inspiring Cathedral. This was the last gothic cathedral built in Spain, located in the Plaza Major – a stunning location. We peaked inside but opted to not pay the entrance fee.
Another journey through cobblestone streets, browsing adorable shops and eating scrumptious gelato, took us to the second amazing site in Segovia – the Alcazar. This stunning medieval castle inspired the Disney version and if seen from above, it resembles a massive ship (we went to the very top and Adam sent off his drone! We saw incredible views from above with this crazy technology…and yes, it definitely looks like a ship!).
Inside the castle, you will find the armour of medieval knights, pretty stained glass windows, beautiful and colourful tapestries, and carved engravings of Spanish rulers. If you are up for the climb, you can mount 152 stairs like we did, for sweeping views of the hillside and even the cathedral in the distance. I highly recommend this!
We then made our way back through the town, but now at siesta time. Not many shops were open. Even so, this was a magical time to be walking through the quaint streets. This place definitely has a magical quality to it and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. If I was to ever come back, I would stay here in Segovia, rather than in Madrid, for a slower pace and more relaxed vibe.
Happy Spanish Travels! xo
Your pictures are amazing and everywhere looks so beautiful, Segovia is definitely somewhere I want to go xx
It is pretty stunning! Thanks for the comment! xx
Great pictures Kristina! And Roman aqueducts are always stunning to see, they’re everywhere in Rome, where I0ve been living for 6 years, and overtime I see them I think about how great ancient Rome must have been. Spain is precious and segovia really looks amazing!
Living in Rome!!? How lucky are you! I completely agree – Ancient Rome would have been incredible to see in all its glory.
Great pictures! Your post makes me feel like i was there. Hopefully i’ll have a chence to go there someday 🙂
I hope you do too! It’s beautiful! Thanks for the comment!
Wow, that aqueduct looks so impressive! Segovia seems like it’s worth a day trip, thank you for sharing!
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Definitely worth it! Thanks for the comment! xx
oh wow, how beautiful! looks like a great sightseeing day trip
It really was! Thanks for commenting! xx