Lillian Cespedes Gonzalez
Lillian C.
About Professional Tour Guide
I'm Lillian Cespedes Gonzalez, I've got a PhD in history from the University of Winchester (UK) and have been tour guiding since 2010. I decided to combine my 2 passions and make a change for the history and heritage industry by providing accessible, affordable tours while also helping the industry be a more sustainable sphere. Due to my PhD and my love for the subject, the middle ages are my top expertise subject, particularly the Early Middle Ages. But I am also passionate and well versed in art history, culture, identity and gender studies. I love telling stories and bringing things and people often forgotten to the forefront so I invite you in this journey of historical marvel!
October 2025
VELAZQUEZ: Master of Spanish Baroque Art
EUROPEAN WOMEN: Living in the Early Modern Era
November 2025
SPAIN. The History in 1 hour
SPAIN IN THE 20TH CENTURY: War and Dictatorship
SPANISH CIVIL WAR: The Second Republic and a Nation Divided
SPAIN and Franco’s Dictatorship
Lilian, Passionate nd Professional
Lillian is a guide who cares about her subject and loves to to share her knowledge so others can be as interested and inspired as she is. Lillian’s English and diction are excellent. She is organized and and can use but the lecture method and the go outside anad walk from place to place and see and touch the actual place being talked about. Lillian’s are lecturres or introductions are very helpful for we who are not at all aware of most art and have no idea how art is done and what it means or can mean if we understand the methods and story behind it. Lillian’s book suggestions are helpful and her willingness to share how history has affected her personally helps me look at the history I have lived through and try to figure out how history affects me.
Very interesting to listen and easy to understand listeners
Very interesting to listen and easy to understand the speech, even if you’re not native English speaker.
Very interesting and well presented
Listening to Dr. Lillian C. talk about Klimt’s work was incredibly delightful. We learned a lot and she’s very knowledgeable and well-spoken, but our favourite part was when she said “Now for some absolute bangers!” Haha Lovely! Thank you very much.
Walk in Carcassonne, France
I really enjoyed the tour. Lillian is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I will put this place on my bucket list.
She makes history fun
Excellent presentation on the history of the Vikings and great slides!
Rembrandt presentation
Her Rembrandt presentation was so informative, as her talks always are. Lillian’s enthusiasm, breath of knowledge and presentation skills make all of her programs such a joy.
always has great Information
Lillian always is full of great information no matter what subject she happens to be talking about I always learn so much from her and always look forwards to her next tour
New ideas on Viking history and meaning
Excellent presentation that clarified misunderstandings about “Viking” history. Learned a lot! Very enjoyable presentation. Great speaker!
Dr Lilians passion for history is both knowledgeable and Engaging
Last year, I enrolled in Dr. Lilian’s Viking course, and I was immediately captivated by her passion for the subject. It’s not just the information she imparts; it’s how she delves into the material, providing in-depth explanations. Since then, I’ve continued to enjoy Dr. Lilian’s courses. Currently, I’m participating in her “England through the Ages” course. Although this isn’t her favorite historical topic, she has meticulously researched and crafted an outstanding course. Dr. Lilian’s dedication shines through, making the learning experience both enjoyable and informative.
Brillant!
I have watched since her first tour and I have always enjoyed every presentation.
Her academy lectures are always well researched , clear power point, enthusiastically presented and so enjoyable.
I have learned and discovered so much with her!
I love her humor, openness to suggestions from us for additional lectures and her being always ready to answer additional questions!
What a gift for all of us!
Thanks Lillian!
I take and re take classes with her just because my brain needs the food.
I told you before…you are the best appreciated by so many!

