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Convent of San Esteban
The Convent of San Esteban, in the Plaza del Concilio de Trento, is a Dominican complex that combines styles from late Gothic to Baroque, with the Plateresque façade as one of its greatest attractions. The church, with a single nave 27 metres high, houses a lantern reaching 44 metres, a large main altarpiece by José Benito de Churriguera, paintings by Antonio Palomino and a Virgin and Child attributed to Rubens. The Soto staircase, built between 1553 and 1556, is surprising for its revolutionary technique, supported only by the walls. The Cloister of the Kings and the chapter houses, the sacristy and the tomb of the Grand Duke of Alba complete a tour through history and sacred art. The convent is still the seat of the Dominican community and of the Pontifical Faculty of Theology, with visiting hours and liturgical celebrations open to the public.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Convent of San Esteban: 4 missions
- Visit the Convent of San EstebanVisit the Convent of San Esteban in Salamanca and get to know the place in person.
- Explore the Museum of the Convent of San EstebanVisit the Museum of the Convent of San Esteban, open Tuesday to Sunday in the morning.
- Explore the Library of the Convent of San EstebanVisit the Library of the Convent of San Esteban during its hours of 9:00 to 13:45 and 16:00 to 18:00, closed on Friday afternoon.
- Attend the Masses in the Sotomayor ChapelTake part in the Masses in the Sotomayor Chapel, Monday to Friday at 8:00 and 20:00, and on Saturday at 08:30.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Convent of San Esteban?
From €4 per person. Check the day's price on the official website before you go.
What are the opening hours of Convent of San Esteban?
Visitas (verano): Lunes a domingo 10:00 a 13:30 h. 16:00 h. a 20:00 h. Museo: Martes a domingo (mañana). Biblioteca: 9:00 a 13:45 h. 16:00 a 18:00 h. viernes tarde, cerrada.
How much time do you need for Convent of San Esteban?
Allow about 1 h for the visit.
What is there to do at Convent of San Esteban?
Visit the Convent of San Esteban, Explore the Museum of the Convent of San Esteban, Explore the Library of the Convent of San Esteban and Attend the Masses in the Sotomayor Chapel.
What is there to see near Convent of San Esteban?
Convent of Las Dueñas (74 m), Cave of Salamanca (145 m) and Palacio de Anaya (219 m).
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