The convent of Las Dueñas

The Convent of Las Dueñas, in Salamanca

The Convent of Las Dueñas is famous for its singular cloister, one of the finest of Salamanca. The Salamanca audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this convent and its extraordinary sculpted decor.

A cloister with fantastic capitals

The Convent of Las Dueñas, located not far from San Esteban, is famous for its Renaissance cloister, of irregular plan, considered one of the finest of the city. Its capitals are adorned with a multitude of sculpted figures, fantastic creatures, faces and motifs of great inventiveness, which make it a unique place. A convent of Dominican nuns, it offers a haven of peace and a striking testimony of the imagination of the artists of the Renaissance.

What to see

You admire the Renaissance cloister of irregular plan and its capitals adorned with fantastic creatures and sculpted figures, in an atmosphere of contemplation. The Convent of Las Dueñas has one of the finest cloisters of Salamanca. It is a stop for art lovers, to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

The Convent of Las Dueñas lies in the heart of the historic centre of Salamanca, near San Esteban, reachable on foot. A place of worship, the visit generally has a fee and follows its own hours, which vary. It is best to check the arrangements before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Why visit the Convent of Las Dueñas?

For its Renaissance cloister of irregular plan, one of the finest of Salamanca, and its capitals adorned with fantastic creatures and sculpted figures.

Where is the Convent of Las Dueñas?

In the heart of the historic centre of Salamanca, near San Esteban.