Old Town León Travel Guide
León
Visit Old Town León
Popular places to visit
León Cathedral
After visiting León Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in León. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Barrio Húmedo
You can enjoy the entertainment at Barrio Húmedo during your travels to León. Discover the museums and cathedral in this walkable area.
Plaza Mayor
You can learn about the history of León when you stop by Plaza Mayor. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Palacio de los Guzmanes
After visiting Palacio de los Guzmanes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in León. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Casa de Los Botines
You can find out about the history of León with a visit to Casa de Los Botines. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
León Museum
You can browse the exhibits at León Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to León. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Lion : guided tour by a Lioness art historian (Spanish)
Magic Lion : Discover Lion from another point of view
Top hotels in Old Town León
Barceló León Conde Luna
"We received a complimentary upgrade. Excellent location for exploring the old city and only a 15 walk from the train station. Would recommend staying here"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
NH Collection León Plaza Mayor
"Excellent location, helpful staff, and a delicious breakfast! I’d return on my next stay in León."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Real Colegiata San Isidoro
"What a beautiful building. It was an Monastery/convent converted to a hotel. Situated in the Old Town. Restaurants and bars nearby. Very clean and comfortable bed. Will definitely stay there again. We had a vehicle and wasn’t complicated to get there and they have a parking lot."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel NERU con encanto
"This is a lovely hotel in the historic part of town just a block from the Plaza Major and a couple of blocks from the Cathedral. The staff was amazing and helped me resolve a very difficult luggage transportation issue. We also really enjoyed the breakfast at the hotel."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hospedería Pax
"It has all that I was locking for."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Purple Dog Suites
Where to stay in Old Town León
León City Centre
Unique features of León City Centre include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by León Museum or Palacio de los Guzmanes while you're exploring the area.
El Ejido
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Ejido and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Mayor and Barrio Húmedo.
La Palomera
While La Palomera isn't home to many top sights, Palacio de los Guzmanes and León Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Claudio
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Claudio and surrounding area, you can visit León Arena and León Museum.
Armunia
Armunia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to León Arena and León Museum while you're in town.
