Things to Do in Ponferrada in 2025

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Ponferrada Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Ponferrada

Number of things to do	5
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Ponferrada: Castle of the Templars Entry and Guided Tour: $15
Top 5 things to do	Ponferrada: City & Castle of the Templars Tour Ponferrada: Castle of the Templars Entry and Guided Tour Las Médulas: Guided Walking Tour Las Médulas Y Ponferrada Explore the Legacy of Arganza’s 19th-Century Winery
Under $25	Ponferrada: City & Castle of the Templars Tour Ponferrada: Castle of the Templars Entry and Guided Tour
With kids	Ponferrada: City & Castle of the Templars Tour Ponferrada: Castle of the Templars Entry and Guided Tour Las Médulas: Guided Walking Tour Las Médulas Y Ponferrada

What to do in Ponferrada

Free Things to Do in Ponferrada

A break in Ponferrada need not break the bank. You can leave your wallet behind if you go to:

Museo del Bierzo - Take the entire family and embark on a journey of discovery through history with one another.

Castillo de los Templarios - Detour to this historic landmark and experience a slice of the cultural heritage of the region.

Plaza del Ayuntamiento - Hang out for a while in this thriving place and imagine life as a local.

Basilica de la Encina - Throw a bit of spirituality into your vacation by visiting this sacred place.

Things to Do in Ponferrada with Kids

Ponferrada boasts loads of close by fun things to do for you and your kids. Our family friendly experiences will keep the gang entertained for hours.

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Ponferrada

Castillo de los Templarios

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Find out about the history of Ponferrada when you spend time at Castillo de los Templarios. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

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Find out about the history of Ponferrada when you take a trip to Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Museo de la Radio

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You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museo de la Radio during your trip to Ponferrada. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Basilica de la Encina

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Find out about the history of Ponferrada with a stop at Basilica de la Encina. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Iglesia Mozárabe de Peñalba de Santiago

Find out about the history of Penalba de Santiago with a stop at Iglesia Mozárabe de Peñalba de Santiago. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Museo del Bierzo

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museo del Bierzo during your travels in Ponferrada. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

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