Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea, Salamanca

Name: Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea
Address: C. Arcediano, s/n, Salamanca, Spain

#36 among attractions in Salamanca

Relax in park, Park, Garden

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Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea, Salamanca

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The Huerto de Calisto y Melibea is a garden of 2,500 square meters located in the old town of the city of Salamanca. It is named for being inspired by the famous garden of the tragicomedy of Calisto and Melibea by Fernando de Rojas. It is located on the slope of the old wall of Salamanca at the foot of the Tormes River. Nowadays it is a park that can be visited with a romantic character due to the love story of the characters in love in the play by Fernando de Rojas: Calixto and Melibea. It was inaugurated on June 12th 1981.

Elevation: 2598 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°57'34"N, 5°39'56"W

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C. Arcediano, s/nSalamanca Spain

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Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New Cathedral of Salamanca, Old Cathedral of Salamanca, Monument to Columbus, Verraco of the bridge.

~490 ftN
Ornate structure with unique carvings
New Cathedral of Salamanca, Salamanca
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~490 ftNW
Church, Gothic architecture, Historical place
Old Cathedral of Salamanca, Salamanca
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~720 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Monument to Columbus, Salamanca
4 min walk • The Monument to Columbus, located in the historic city of Salamanca, Spain, pays tribute to one of history's most renowned explorers, Christopher Columbus. This striking monument, which was unveiled in 1892, commemorates the 400th anniversary of Columbus's first voyage...
~980 ftW
Memorial
Verraco of the bridge, Salamanca
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~900 ftE
Grand, historic Dominican monastery
Convento de San Esteban, Salamanca
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~240 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Art Nouveau architecture
Casa Lis, Salamanca
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~860 ftNE
Enduring convent with a scenic cloister
Convento de las Dueñas, Salamanca
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Salamanca, Spain, the Convento de las Dueñas is a historical gem that embodies the spiritual and architectural heritage of this storied city. Founded in 1419, the Dominican convent is renowned for its remarkable cloister, which is a...
~1010 ftW
Historical place, Bridge
Puente Romano, Salamanca
5 min walk • Spanning the serene waters of the Tormes River, the Puente Romano is a historic emblem of Salamanca, a city renowned for its architectural beauty and rich cultural tapestry in Spain. This ancient Roman bridge, a testament to the engineering prowess of antiquity, has...
1.2 miN
Historical place, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Plaza de Toros La Glorieta, Salamanca
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~1310 ftN
Shell-covered Spanish Gothic palace
Casa de las Conchas, Salamanca
7 min walk • The Casa de las Conchas is a historical building in Salamanca, central Spain. It currently houses a public library. It was built from 1493 to 1517 by Rodrigo Arias de Maldonado, a knight of the Order of Santiago de Compostela and a professor in the University of Salamanca.
~800 ftN
40°57'42"N • 5°39'56"W
Casa-Museo de Miguel de Unamuno, Salamanca
4 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea open?

Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea is open:

Monday 9 am - 12 am
Tuesday 9 am - 12 am
Wednesday 9 am - 12 am
Thursday 9 am - 12 am
Friday 9 am - 12 am
Saturday 9 am - 12 am
Sunday 9 am - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea?

Nearby attractions include Casa Lis, Salamanca (2 min walk), Ruinas de la Iglesia de San Polo, Salamanca (2 min walk), General Archive of the Spanish Civil War, Salamanca (3 min walk), New Cathedral of Salamanca, Salamanca (3 min walk).

How to get to Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea by public transport?

The nearest stations to Parque Huerto de Calixto y Melibea:

Bus

Paseo Rector Esperabé, 29 • Lines: 4, 8 (1 min walk)
Paseo del Rector Esperabé, 12 • Lines: 4, 8, N2 (1 min walk)

Train

Alamedilla (18 min walk)
Salamanca (31 min walk)