General description

Step into the world’s oldest pharmacy and experience a journey through centuries of history, scents, and secrets. Founded in the 1200s by Dominican friars, this extraordinary place has preserved its traditional recipes, fragrances, and medicinal knowledge for over 800 years.During the tour, you will:＞Explore the ancient interiors, frescoed rooms, wooden cabinets, and original apothecary tools.＞Discover the secrets of perfumes, creams, and medicinal plants crafted since the 13th century.＞Learn fascinating stories behind iconic products like balsams, rosewater, and scented soaps.＞Experience the scents and textures of traditional ingredients, making history come alive.This is a small-group experience, ideal for curious travelers, but also enjoyable for families seeking a cultural and sensory journey.What’s includedLicensed local guideGuided tour of the historic pharmacy and its spacesInteractive sensory experience (smell and touch select products)Small-group experience (max 8 participants)Duration: 2 hoursMeeting time: 15 minutes before tour startSuitable for: curious adults, families, and childrenRelaxed pace, educational storytelling, sensory experienceImportant NotesComfortable walking shoes recommendedTour operates rain or shineThe experience is cultural and educational, not a shopping trip, though participants may explore the shop at the end