Summer in Segovia doesn’t have to mean packing your bags or chasing beaches. For students staying put during the holidays, this charming city offers plenty of ways to relax, explore, and enjoy your break—without leaving town.

1. Explore like a local (not a tourist)

You’ve got the city almost to yourself. With fewer crowds, this is the perfect time to:

• Revisit iconic landmarks like the Aqueduct and Alcázar
• Stroll through shaded streets in the old town
• Visit local museums you haven’t seen yet
• Discover lesser-known corners and quiet parks

Sometimes the best discoveries are five minutes from your front door.

2. Turn your flat into a summer retreat

Add a fan, a few plants, and maybe a new playlist—and voilà, your student flat becomes your summer hideout. With fewer classes and less pressure, you can:

• Rearrange your room for a change of energy
• Try out simple no-cook recipes
• Watch movies in Spanish to level up your listening

This is your space—make it feel like summer.

3. Join student meetups and activities

Many international students stay over the summer. That means more chances to:

• Organise picnics in the park
• Go on spontaneous day trips
• Join a summer language exchange
• Start a workout group or Pilates mornings

Use social media or uni group chats to find people. Everyone’s in the same boat.

4. Learn something new (for fun)

Use this time to build a new skill—just because you want to. Try:

• Paddleboarding at nearby rivers or reservoirs
• Taking a pottery or painting class in town
• Practising your Spanish with locals
• Picking up photography or sketching

The pressure’s off. Learn for yourself, not for a grade.

5. Embrace the siesta schedule

Segovia gets hot. Follow local wisdom:

• Do your errands and exploring in the morning
• Take a proper lunch
• Rest indoors during peak heat (2pm–5pm)
• Head out again in the cooler evening

The city lights up after sunset—plazas, concerts, tapas. Don’t miss that part.

6. Enjoy low-cost entertainment

Summer in Segovia means:

• Open-air cinema nights
• Local festivals and markets
• Free concerts or museum events
• Long evening walks with gelato in hand

Check notice boards, Facebook groups, or ask around. There’s always something happening.

7. Actually relax—and feel good about it

You don’t have to ‘do it all’ this summer. Read, sleep, cook, call home, sit in silence. It’s still your break.

Taking time to slow down is one of the best things you can do for your mental health and energy levels—especially before the new semester begins.

Final thought

Just because you’re not travelling doesn’t mean you’re missing out. Segovia has everything you need for a summer that’s peaceful, fun, and full of good moments.

???? Want to stay longer next year or invite friends? Check out our available apartments for summer and beyond.