Things to do in San Sebastián de la Gomera

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Things to Do in San Sebastián de la Gomera

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  • David S
    Middlesbrough, UK2,381 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A short walk from the cruise terminal. Columbus and his men allegedly prayed at this ancient church before setting off for the New World. This really is a beautiful church with a beautiful altar and a hand-carved wooden ceiling.
    Written 8 February 2024
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  • ianjmc85
    Liverpool, UK455 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Called here as our first port of call on a Canarian cruise. Nice quiet relaxed town, traditional buildings and quirky back streets, nice beach and promenade to stroll along.
    Written 11 March 2023
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  • Eagle_dk
    Copenhagen, Denmark394 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    One night transit from Tenerife to VGR at this small, centrally located hotel. Nice room on 4th floor with comfy beds and great view towards la Torre and the tranquil park. The temperature adjuster in the shower a bit difficult to operate, otherwise everything worked fine.

    As pointed out by other guests the reception area is under refurbishment and a bit messy. The temporary facilities work OK, including the small breakfast area, but here you should avoid early morning when it’s crowded with hiking tourists. Quite nice breakfast, better than expected. Friendly staff. Recommended for short stays and exploring San Seb.
    Written 11 April 2024
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  • Lynda C
    Wokingham, UK570 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a really interesting small museum that gives a good introduction to the history of La Gomera. It is next to the church.
    Written 9 November 2019
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  • Graeme B
    Los Cristianos, Spain25,980 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Surprisingly little find around the (left) corner from the Puerto.
    Standard Canarian Black Sand Beach, which was nice to stroll around, but boy was it windy.
    Good place to watch the ferries coming in and out.
    Written 16 August 2022
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  • Steve W
    1,202 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    again what a view and place to visit was just amazing and the trip cost was very good worth the trip we both really enjoyed it
    Written 11 November 2019
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  • swift314
    Sheffield, UK12,099 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth a trip to see the views or even go on a day trip from Tenerife - we were on teh siland for 5 days and found it to be quite charming
    Written 23 November 2016
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  • Graeme B
    Los Cristianos, Spain25,980 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place is in Calle Real near the Church, nowhere near the Torre del Conde Park, as suggested in the main photo.
    Its is in an old house & full of useful information leaflets on the Island.
    Well worth looking up to help discover the Island.
    Written 16 August 2022
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  • Andrew W
    Cupar, UK20 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice looking lighthouse with good views towards Tenerife and Mount Teide. Pleasant walk along the coast.
    Written 23 January 2019
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  • Steve W
    1,202 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    this was interesting the Knowledge of the whistling messages from 1 mountain to another and again the history excellent
    it was good to see it
    Written 11 November 2019
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  • David D
    Devon, UK27,113 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Saturday 16th October and we visited the historic City of San Sebastián, the Capital of the Island.

    No visit to the City is complete without a visit to see this ancient Fortress, which is located in Torre del Conde Park.

    It was built by Hernán Peraza "El Viejo" between 1445 and 1450. Peraza was the territorial Lord of the Canary Islands and founder of San Sebastián.

    The tower is one of the last remaining medieval fortifications on the Canaries. It is reported to be the oldest building on La Gomera and considered the most important example of military architecture in the region.

    When we visited the Tower it was not possible to go in, the entrance was cordoned off. It is not a very tall or wide structure so only takes a couple of minutes to walk around. It is 15 metres high, and about 40 metres in perimeter

    Nearby the Tower, there is a plaque on the ground, which was unveiled by King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia on their visit to San Sebastián on 28th November 2006. It commemorates the centennial of the first royal trip of Don Alfonso XIII to the Canary Islands, he arrived on a State Visit in Port of Luz in 1906.

    Cristóbal Colón (Christopher Columbus) is one of the guests that stayed here.

    It was designated as world heritage site in  December 1990.
    Written 9 November 2021
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  • Graeme B
    Los Cristianos, Spain25,980 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Compared to the underwhelming bust of Christopher Columbus just up the road behind it, this is a very good Statue.
    A very proud stance, with a lot of detail, hopefully accurate. If you put this much work into a Statue, hopefully you make it accurate.
    The town can be proud of this tribute a great man.
    Written 13 August 2022
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