La Coruna

We had a nice evening last night watching Reel to Reel in the theatre and it was a show we had seen over three years ago: time for some new shows P and O! Despite some football match the theatre was full - but so were the two venues showing the match.

This was our first view of La Coruna from the ship. The buildings are famed for their glass fronted balconies which gives La Coruna a nickname of Crystal City

We arrived early into La Coruna and as yesterday it started dull but very soon the sun came out and it was a warm 22c and felt hotter in the sun! La Coruna is our sort of cruise port with the ship berthing right in the centre of the city.

We decided to walk along the harbour promenade

and explore the old city with its treed squares,

This is the tomb of Sir John Moore in Jardines de San Carlos 

and narrow streets

One of the markers for the pilgrims route to Santiago de Compostela

and a good view of the harbour

Then though Plaza de Maria Pita with its Palacio Municipal

and on to the two main beaches

Playa del Orzan

Playa del Riazor

The beaches have a wide promenade

Visible from the Promenade is the Obelisco Millenium

 but it is a shame that you have to cross a wide and busy road to get to the beach

 then back to the ship through the nice wide roads and squares

So then our usual swim, food, relaxing, and exploring the ship in the afternoon! Still amazed at how many kids there are on the ship. The rumour is that there are over 500 and that Scottish and Irish schools are on holiday. Note to selves: Only go on adult only ships!