Cádiz

Cadiz Cathedral This is the city's main icons. It blends baroque and neoclassical styles. If you opt for a guided tour, you will have access to special places such as the crypt or the Clock Tower, from where you will get an unforgettable panoramic view of the city with the Atlantic Ocean in the background. Museum of Cadiz Located in the well-known Plaza de Mina square, it houses significant archaeological collections that include Phoenician sarcophagi and an extensive art collection from the 16th to the 20th centuries, with outstanding works by Baroque painters such as Zurbarán, Murillo and Rubens. El Pópulo district It is the oldest in Cadiz. It preserves three gates of the medieval walled town: El Pópulo, La Rosa Los Blancos arches. Don't miss the remains of the Roman Theatre from the 1st century BC or the squares of San Martín and San Juan de Dios, with emblematic buildings such as the Town Hall. Museum of the Cortes of Cadiz It houses an intriguing model of the city, of great size and value, as it confirms that the layout of Cadiz in the 18th century has remained almost intact. Gadir archaeological site Opportunity to learn about the ways of life of the Phoenician culture. Eight houses have been preserved, built using the earthen architecture technique, with mud and clay, distributed on two terraces and around two cobbled streets.  Tavira Tower It was built many years ago by the city’s merchants, who wanted to be able to see their ships and cargoes arrive safely. Go ahead and climb its 173 steps, as you will be rewarded with some of the most fascinating views of Cádiz. Inside you will also find the first camera obscura in Spain, a curious optical effect that projects a real-time image of what is happening outside.  Central Market The building was built in 1838 and it still has the essence of a grand showcase for the finest local foods. It has more than 100 stalls of all kinds. Visitors will find a wide variety of olives, cakes and typical sweets, as well as multiple options of Spanish and international food to enjoy on the terrace of its Gourmet Corner. Genoves Park If you want to see a beautiful waterfall in the middle of the city and stroll in the shade among bougainvillea, head to this fantastic botanical garden. It has about 200 species of trees, palms and shrubs, many of them exotic and originating from Africa, America and Asia.

Try the popular fried fish (pescaíto) in the emblematic Plaza de San Juan de Dios square or the mackerel with piriñaca served at Viña neighborhood. Zorrilla Street is also famous for its many tapas bars. Shrimp fritters, vegetables from Conil, award-winning goat and sheep cheeses from the Sierra de Cadiz mountain range and retinto meats are just a few suggestions. The city is home to all the delicacies of the sea, so you can try Sanlúcar prawns, San Fernando sole or red tuna caught in spring using almadrabas, a traditional fishing technique. The lively Plaza de las Flores square is a great place to enjoy churros in one of its cafés with terraces. Another famous sweet that you can take home as a souvenir is nougat or Pan de Cadiz. 

Look for the "Artesanía de Cádiz" quality seal in the city's jewellery shops and ceramic, engraving, painting and leather goods stores. You will be surprised by the unique finish of their items. In Pópulo neighbourhood, you will find charming shops and local products, such as leather from Ubrique or blankets from Grazalema, so you can take home exclusive gifts for your loved ones. If you liked tuna and mackerel, take some gourmet preserves with you. 

There are regular flights from several cities in Spain and Europe to Jerez airport, which is about 40 kilometres from Cádiz. The train station, located in the old town, has high-speed services to Madrid, Seville and Barcelona. By road, the Southern Motorway (A-4) connects with Seville and Madrid, and the Mediterranean Motorway (A-7) with Malaga and Barcelona. In addition, the bus station, also very central, has regular lines to Seville, Malaga and Madrid, as well as to Portugal and other European countries.