Arcos de la Frontera

A white town balanced on the edge of a cliff above a river.

All year
Best by car
1 night

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Things to do

2 days in Arcos de la Frontera

Day 1

MorningWalk up to the Plaza del Cabildo and the balcony viewpoint above the cliff.
AfternoonExplore the steep white lanes and the Basilica of Santa María.
EveningWatch the sunset over the plains from the Mirador de Abades.

Day 2

Visit Jerez for a sherry bodega tour.

What to eat

Payoyo cheese and a sherry from nearby Jerez.

Local tips

Make the most of Arcos de la Frontera

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year. Easter week is busy.

Best photo spot

The view from the Mirador de la Peña Nueva over the cliff edge and the plain.

Getting there

Buses run from Jerez and Cádiz.

Don't miss nearby

Jerez de la Frontera and the Sierra de Grazalema.

Good to know

Drive in carefully: the old town streets are very narrow. Park below and walk up.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Arcos de la Frontera

Getting there

Jerez Airport (XRY)20 km away
Seville Airport (SVQ)75 km away
Jerez de la Frontera30 km away
Cádiz50 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year

TypeHidden town

Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature

Getting thereBest by car

Stay1 night

CountrySpain

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