Palencia, Castille and León
Provincia de Palencia · Castille and León · Spain · 78,629 residents
Palencia Cathedral
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo
Archaeological Museum of Palencia
plaza de toros de Palencia
Museo Diocesano de PalenciaPalencia is a town in Provincia de Palencia, Castille and León, Spain, home to around 78,629 people. There are 10 notable places to see in and around town, including Palencia Cathedral and Museo de Arte Contemporáneo. The nearest airport is Madrid (MAD), about 2 h 44 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Palencia Cathedral, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo and Archaeological Museum of Palencia.
- Easy to reach: Madrid (MAD) is 116 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Palencia
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Tours & tickets in Palencia
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Palencia can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Palencia are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Palencia and the villages around it is a hire car from Madrid (MAD), about 2 h 44 min away.
Best time to visit Palencia
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Madrid (MAD)116 miles, about 2 h 44 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)121 miles, about 2 h 52 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)104 miles, about 2 h 28 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 59 min without stops.
Palencia is good for
Around Palencia
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Palencia worth visiting?
Yes. Palencia is known for Palencia Cathedral, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo and Archaeological Museum of Palencia. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Palencia from the UK?
Fly to Madrid (MAD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 2 h 44 min by road. Bilbao (BIO) is an alternative, 121 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 59 min.
Is Palencia good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Palencia?
Valladolid (27 miles), Portillo (37 miles), Peñafiel (35 miles) and Pesquera de Duero (32 miles) are all within an hour or so.