San Vicente de Ávila

Loved the Avila Cathedral but San Vicente is my favorite of the two. Makes for a good and thorough story when the women are included. San Vicent and his martyred sisters are shown on the ornate carved and painted sepulcher. Listen to the story (by scanning your receipt) and move around the sepulcher as the story unfolds. One thing Spain does well is give credit to other religion’s contributions. A Jewish artisan is mentioned in the narration and the whole effect was superb. Also Don’t miss the Muslim Mudejar dress on the Madonna on the column. I showed up 30 mins before closing time and the priest didn’t shoo me away. He made sure I saw the crypt and passed by each numbered display. I was very appreciative and impressed. Make sure you perambulate on the nearby wall and look down on San Vicente church. At sunset the church glows like magic.

Incredible church right outside the walls. Close to the tourist information point and one of the entrances of Ávila. The architecture is stunning, and it is kept perfectly. The entrance fee is cheap, and you get to see an amazing church with beautiful art.

Amazing building! Really magnificent architecture and stunning! Well kept and clean. Was empty when we came by around this area. There are small shops around this church where you can pick up souvenirs

Amazing audio tour.. bring your earphones to receive the information.. Loved the detail & history

Definitely worth a vist. In my opinion, it's much better than the main cathedral in the city

Just a perfect place, one of the most beautiful town I've ever seen, it's a magical place, if you come to Spain (Madrid) it's a most for you, just one hour in car to get there.

The basilica is impressively beautiful! Worth the visit, even though reparations are being held for the moment.

So much history in this cathedral. History told about Mother Teresa of Avila is great while on tour. Great architecture and sites to see.