Founded by the Romans, León went on to become the capital of the Kingdom of León, which played a major role in the Spanish Reconquista, and at its peak ruled over Galicia and what is now northern Portugal. Today it is the capital of the Province of León.
What to see in León
Catedral de León
The Cathedral of León is a Spanish Gothic masterpiece with French influences, built between the 13th and 15th centuries. It is famed for its tall stained glass windows.
Casa Botines
The Casa Botines was designed by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. It is one of only three buildings by Gaudí outside of Catalonia (see also the Episcopal Palace in Astorga). It has been functioning as a museum since 2017.
Where to stay in León
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Albergue Santo Tomás de Canterbury
8 – 14
48
Open
4.4
Albergue Santo Tomás de Canterbury
Private
8 – 14
48
Mar – Nov
4.4
Albergue Check in León
10 – 12
40
Open
4.4
Albergue Check in León
Private
10 – 12
40
All year
4.4
Albergue de peregrinos Santa María de Carbajal
Donativo
96
Open
4.2
Albergue de peregrinos Santa María de Carbajal
Private
Donativo
96
Mar 1 – Dec 15
4.2
Albergue Muralla Leonesa
16
60
Closed
4.1
Albergue Muralla Leonesa
Private
16
60
Mar 1 – Oct 31
4.1
Albergue San Francisco de Asís
12
70
Open
4.1
Albergue San Francisco de Asís
Private
12
70
All year
4.1
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