Cáceres, Spain

Cáceres

One of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Spain, full of storks and stone towers.

  • Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cáceres

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the walled old town and climb the Bujaco Tower.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Co-Cathedral of Santa María and its rooftop, with storks nesting nearby.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the Plaza Mayor.

Day 2

Visit the Monfragüe National Park for vultures and eagles.

What to eat

Torta del Casar, a runny sheep's cheese, and Iberian ham.

Local tips

Make the most of Cáceres

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year. Spring and autumn are best.

Best photo spot

The medieval old town lit up at night, and the storks on the towers.

Getting there

Trains and buses from Madrid take about 4 hours.

Don't miss nearby

Trujillo and the Monfragüe National Park.

Good to know

Many films and series have been shot in the old town. Summer afternoons are very hot.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Cáceres

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cáceres

Getting there

  • Badajoz Airport (BJZ)75 km away
  • Seville Airport (SVQ)235 km away
  • Salamanca175 km away
  • Coimbra190 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMar–Jun, Sep–Nov
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Cáceres: good to know

Is Cáceres worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. One of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Spain, full of storks and stone towers.

How many days do you need in Cáceres?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Cáceres?

The best time to visit is Mar to Jun, Sep to Nov. Calm most of the year. Spring and autumn are best.

How do you get to Cáceres?

The nearest airport is Badajoz Airport (BJZ), about 75 km away. Trains and buses from Madrid take about 4 hours.

What is there to see near Cáceres?

Nearby hidden places include Serra da Estrela (143 km), Monsaraz (144 km) and Évora (167 km).

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