We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Castillo de Zamora

2 km from Center, Zamora, Spain
Update attraction details
Ranked #4 of 11 attractions in Zamora
Type: Historic Sites
26 visitor photos
Write a Review

33 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    12
    10
    9
    2
    0
Date Rating
Estepona, Spain
Top Contributor
156 reviews 156 reviews
28 attraction reviews
Reviews in 90 cities Reviews in 90 cities
91 helpful votes 91 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

This castel originated in the 12th Century, is the result of a different mediaval defensive look at the defense of the city of Zamora during the first Carlist war (1475-1479). Pre-Roman archeological and early medieval vestige work. Abused and neglected. Used in in the war of the Castillan succession under Filipe IV 1640, and remodeled during the war of Spanish... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Indian Wells, California
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 27, 2012

The castle is a ruin but now is more of a museum. You enter and buy a ticket then cross the moat and begin a self guided tour. Sign are in Spanish but you could imagine what you observed. It was outstanding. One of the best ruins of our trip. We do love archeology and interesting old buildings.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by virginiaqm for Zamora
Braganca, Portugal
Contributor
14 reviews 14 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2012

If you like history, here is the place to visit once in the north of Spain.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by LeLibero for Zamora
Ghent, Belgium
Top Contributor
83 reviews 83 reviews
62 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2011

From the main tower great views on the cathedral. The castles itself is apart from the outside walls in ruins.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Mijas, Spain
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2011

The castle looks nice amongst well-tended lawns, and its very photogenic, but that's about it.

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 2 more reviews by MijasMike for Zamora
Madrid, Spain
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by Elba B for Zamora
Donostia-San Sebastián, Pais Vasco, Spain
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Juan Jose Z for Zamora
Zamora, Spain
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Axtarte for Zamora
Madrid, Spain
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Altarlux for Zamora
Valencia, Spain
Top Contributor
56 reviews 56 reviews
42 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2012
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Alberto C for Zamora

Travelers who viewed Castillo de Zamora also viewed

Zamora, Province of Zamora
Zamora, Province of Zamora
 
Zamora, Province of Zamora
 

Been to Castillo de Zamora? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Castillo de Zamora, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing