Cádiz, Spain

Cádiz

One of Europe's oldest cities, almost surrounded by the sea.

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  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cádiz

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk along the sea walls to the Castillo de San Sebastián.
  2. AfternoonClimb the Torre Tavira and its camera obscura, then swim at La Caleta.
  3. EveningHave tapas in the La Viña quarter.

Day 2

Visit the beaches of Bolonia or Vejer de la Frontera.

What to eat

Fried fish in a paper cone, pescaíto frito.

Local tips

Make the most of Cádiz

Beat the crowds

Cádiz is relaxed. The beaches are busy in summer.

Best photo spot

The cathedral from the seafront at sunset.

Getting there

Trains from Seville take about 1.5 hours.

Don't miss nearby

The white towns like Vejer de la Frontera.

Good to know

Cádiz is one of the oldest cities in Western Europe. The February carnival is famous.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Cádiz

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cádiz

Getting there

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Cádiz: good to know

Is Cádiz worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. One of Europe's oldest cities, almost surrounded by the sea.

How many days do you need in Cádiz?

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

When is the best time to visit Cádiz?

You can visit all year. Cádiz is relaxed. The beaches are busy in summer.

How do you get to Cádiz?

The nearest airport is Jerez Airport (XRY), about 30 km away. Trains from Seville take about 1.5 hours.

What is there to see near Cádiz?

Nearby hidden places include Jerez de la Frontera (23 km), Sierra de Grazalema (86 km) and Zahara de la Sierra (87 km).

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