Cathedral of San Juan Bautista

The Cathedral of San Juan Bautista reveals a prolonged building history. Begun in 1515 over an earlier church, it was not completed until the twentieth century, so its forms belong to several campaigns rather than one fixed style. Observe the building from the square and change position before approaching the entrances. The exterior does not summarise everything found inside. If the church is open, allow time to understand the arrangement of space and its artistic elements, checking which areas permit visits. Religious activity remains part of the setting, so respect quiet and services. Afterwards, compare this heritage with nearby Casa de Hortelano, where another period left a very different façade and another way of representing the city.
Explanation source ↗Sources checked on 17 October 2026. Opening and access may change. The walk does not include admission; allow extra time for interiors. Routes have not been audited for accessibility.
