Monte de San Pedro
Monte de San Pedro
4.5
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Monday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Friday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Saturday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sunday
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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This was a military fort but now turned into a beautiful park with historic information posted everywhere.
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Malgorzata
12,083 contributions
Jul 2020
It is worth climbing this hill, the views of La Coruna are impressive. Very nice view from upside of the city skyline and the ocean and beautiful gardens. It has a panoramic elevator and the remains of batteries and cannons from the beginning of the 20th century. It is during the Second World War that these facilities played very important role. Restaurant and cafe next to the panoramic elevator. Parking with spaces for the disabled. Beautiful park, I recommend it.
Written June 4, 2021
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Máire C
Doha, Qatar97 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
This is a lovely walk which, on a clear say, gives fantastic views of Coruña. The walk uphill only takes approx 20 minutes. 45 minutes if you walk from Pontevedra. We packed a lovely picnic to enjoy up there which I'd recommend, but there appears to be a nice restaurant there too. Would love to try this walk out at sunset!
Written March 16, 2022
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Richard W
Elche, Spain67 contributions
Jul 2021
I drove up to the park but the option is the bubble elevator for 3 euros. I knew nothing about it before visiting and the history of the site was interesting in it's own right. The Observatory was open with no charge. Very nicely set out and so many photo opportunities. I spent the morning around the Tower of Hercules and the afternoon here, which made it a great day.
Written August 7, 2021
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,677 contributions
Jul 2022
Very beautiful place. We went there by taxi and the taxi driver was very happy that we chose this destination and said it is the best viewing point, better than Tower of Hercules. The views are really breathtaking. The grass is all green and you can walk around a lot, through ups and downs. There is a restaurant up there too. There were also beautiful colorful flowers. It is a must when you are in Coruna!
Written August 3, 2022
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Ramón Giral
Barcelona, Spain10 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Excellent views and an ideal watchtower to watch a cinematic sunset. Access is very easy either by car or via the cable car. I advise going at sunset to see incredible views. Pleasant walk between gardens and old cannons from the beginning of the 20th century.
Written August 10, 2023
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CanadianinBatonRouge
San Marcos, TX2,559 contributions
This park is seen high on a hill from all around La Coruna and definitely from the Tower of Hercules so we decided to find our way up there. We took our car and followed the occasional sign to finally arrived at the top and parked. It wasn't a straight forward drive there but worth the effort. I was surprised to see the amazing views and then very surprised to see the huge guns and fortifications neatly laid out.
Everywhere you look are beautfully manicured lawns and paths winding throughout the park. As we visited in late December, it was quite empty with the glass elevator going up and down the cliff closed but in the summer, it must be even better. There is a playground for the kids plus a huge maze for them to explore.
My kids really enjoyed climbing around the guns and reading the plaques describing the history there. We also took some side paths that wound around the hillside and investigated the bunkers therein.
Definitely worth a stop if you are in A Coruna.
Everywhere you look are beautfully manicured lawns and paths winding throughout the park. As we visited in late December, it was quite empty with the glass elevator going up and down the cliff closed but in the summer, it must be even better. There is a playground for the kids plus a huge maze for them to explore.
My kids really enjoyed climbing around the guns and reading the plaques describing the history there. We also took some side paths that wound around the hillside and investigated the bunkers therein.
Definitely worth a stop if you are in A Coruna.
Written January 2, 2010
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Jenny-and-Paul-Glos
Gloucestershire, UK26 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
We caught a number 3 bus from the marina to Monte de San Pedro.
This gave a great tour of A Coruna as it travelled around the peninsula past the Tower of Hercules and Riazor beach en route.
You get off just before the bus gets to it's terminus, then need to climb the hill. The journey cost just 1.30 euros each.
At the top is a park with an observatory, several naval guns and fabulous views of bother the city and the coastline.
We had a drink and taps in the cafe, which has brilliant panoramic views of the city and estuary.
This gave a great tour of A Coruna as it travelled around the peninsula past the Tower of Hercules and Riazor beach en route.
You get off just before the bus gets to it's terminus, then need to climb the hill. The journey cost just 1.30 euros each.
At the top is a park with an observatory, several naval guns and fabulous views of bother the city and the coastline.
We had a drink and taps in the cafe, which has brilliant panoramic views of the city and estuary.
Written June 25, 2017
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nannycath53
Liverpool, UK42 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
We got the local bus to here (number 6, e1.30 each way) Well worth a visit, stunning views across La Coruna and the Atlantic. The gardens and ground are immaculately kept. There is a cafeteria, restaurant t the top although you could take a picnic lunch as there are plenty of places to sit. Get the glass dome back down.
Written April 22, 2015
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Oscar C
Toronto, Canada135 contributions
Sep 2012 • Solo
This is a great spot to spend an afternoon if you are visiting La Coruña. There is no admission to the park and you can walk for some time and enjoy a great view of the city.
There is an panoramic elevator that takes you up there (or down) for 3 Euros every 30 minutes. At XX:00 and XX:30 goes up, and at XX:15 and XX:45 goes down; check your arrival time because if not you'll be (like me) waiting 25 minutes for it to come down.
If you are traveling with kids, this is a great spot since they can play in the grass while you are relaxing. There is also a labyrinth where they can play for a while.
You can see some cannons and military structures that were built in the 30's, and although the cannons never were used in battle, is pretty impressive to see them.
I suggest you go up and go down using the elevator, I went down walking from the entrance of the park and its a long way down, is better to spend 3 more Euros than to lose 30 minutes of your time walking down.
There is an panoramic elevator that takes you up there (or down) for 3 Euros every 30 minutes. At XX:00 and XX:30 goes up, and at XX:15 and XX:45 goes down; check your arrival time because if not you'll be (like me) waiting 25 minutes for it to come down.
If you are traveling with kids, this is a great spot since they can play in the grass while you are relaxing. There is also a labyrinth where they can play for a while.
You can see some cannons and military structures that were built in the 30's, and although the cannons never were used in battle, is pretty impressive to see them.
I suggest you go up and go down using the elevator, I went down walking from the entrance of the park and its a long way down, is better to spend 3 more Euros than to lose 30 minutes of your time walking down.
Written September 15, 2012
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Olimpia D
La Coruna, Spain73 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
A part of a labyrinth and kids playground, which is a pretty nice activity to do with the children, The “Monte de San Pedro” has a nice lookout with 360degrees and you can see the “Ria de A Coruña” which is free access.
You can arrive over there via bike, walking, car, bus (very near bus stop) or taking the panoramic elevator which connect from “Paseo Marítimo” to the top. Once there you have a coffee shop to enjoy a coffee watching the A Coruña’s life from the top, well... also a very fancy restaurant. Ahhh ..almost forgot a good wind to play with the pipes, this is not only for kids. :)
You can arrive over there via bike, walking, car, bus (very near bus stop) or taking the panoramic elevator which connect from “Paseo Marítimo” to the top. Once there you have a coffee shop to enjoy a coffee watching the A Coruña’s life from the top, well... also a very fancy restaurant. Ahhh ..almost forgot a good wind to play with the pipes, this is not only for kids. :)
Written December 7, 2017
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When the guns were installed and what is the reason to install them?
Can I get information about their story and history?
Written October 22, 2017
hola buenas, queria saber si en el ascensor puede subir un bulldog frances. un saludo y gracias de antemano
Written July 6, 2017
No lo sé.
Lo cierto es que hemos subido varias veces y nunca hemos visto animales en la burbuja ascensor.
Se puede subir en coche hasta la cima siguiendo la carretera que bordea el mar y girando luego a la izquierda.
Written July 7, 2017
patricialoureda
Province of A Coruna, Spain
Hola para hacer churrasco en el merendero hace falta pedir permiso al ayuntamiento? Gracias
Written June 3, 2017
Como la mayoría te aconsejaría llamar al 010 para consultarlo.
Written June 5, 2017
Hola. Me gustaría saber dónde está exactamente el ascensor. Gracias.
Written May 14, 2017
Al ascensor puedes ir andando, al lado del paseo marítimo, hay un paseo pero merece la pena, son 3€ subir y 3 bajar.
Written May 17, 2017
Is this attraction wheelchair friendly.
Written May 3, 2017
Once in the car park, all the area is wheelchair friendly. Some paths, specially at the entrance, are somehow steep but not a big problem at all. I don't remember the access to the restaurant; perhaps there is a little trouble. You should definitely go. The place and the views are amazing!
Written May 3, 2017
Hola! Iré a A Coruña la ultima semana de agosto con dos niños y quisiera saber si hay transporte publico para llegar o esta en la ciudad misma?
Hay que reservar?
Gracias
Written August 5, 2016
Hola buenos días
Desconozco si hay trasporte público
Pero una ciudad tiene que tener trasporte público
Si tiene un teleférico que es una bola
Qué te sube hasta este monte
Yo subí en coche ya que me daba de paso
El teleférico si no recuerdo mal se llama mirador panorámico
Ascensor panorámico
Horario:
Mayo: sábados, domingos y festivos de 11:30h a 19:30h.
Del 1 al 14 de junio: sábados, domingos y festivos de 11:30h a 21h.
Del 15 de junio a septiembre: de martes a domingos de 11:30h a 21h.
*Las frecuencias pueden sufrir modificaciones en función del número de usuarios que estén a la espera.
Precio: Tarifa general, cada viaje (subida o bajada): 3 euros
Cúpula Atlántica
El único mirador cubierto de España de 360º. Elementos interactivos, contenidos audiovisuales y pantallas táctiles para profundizar en el conocimiento de la ciudad de A Coruña.
Invierno ( del 1 de octubre hasta el 30 de abril):
De 11:30 a 19:30, excepto sábados que estará abierto hasta las 21 horas.
Lunes cerrado por labores de mantenimiento.
Verano ( del1 de junio hasta el 30 de septiembre):
De 11:30 a 21:00.
Lunes cerrado por labores de mantenimiento.
Los días 25 de Diciembre y 1 de Enero permanecerá cerrado.
Precio: 2€ (1€ precio reducido)
Centro de Interpretación de la batería del Monte de San Pedro:
Invierno (del 1 de octubre hasta el 30 de abril):
Martes y jueves de 16:30 a 19:30
Sábados, domingos y festivos de 11:30 a 19:30.
Verano (del 1 de abril hasta el 30 de septiembre):
Martes y jueves de 16:30 a 19:30
Sábados, domingos y festivos de 11:30 a 19:30
Servicios
Parque San Pedro
Aparcamiento.
Zona de juegos infantiles.
Zona de merendero, con mesas y barbacoas en la ladera del monte.
En la zona de este parque se encontraban las antiguas baterías de costa.
Líneas de bus: 3, 3A, 12, 14
Este parque es gratuito no hace falta reservar es muy bonito
Merece la pena la visita
Que lo disfrutes
Un saludo
Written August 6, 2016
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