Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

Jerez de la Frontera

The home of sherry, flamenco and dancing horses.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Jerez de la Frontera

Day 1

  1. MorningTour a sherry bodega and taste the different styles.
  2. AfternoonWatch the dancing horses at the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art.
  3. EveningHear flamenco in a peña in the Santiago quarter.

Day 2

Visit Sanlúcar de Barrameda for manzanilla and prawns.

What to eat

Fino and oloroso sherry, and berza jerezana, a stew.

Local tips

Make the most of Jerez de la Frontera

Beat the crowds

Jerez is calm. The horse fair in May is the busiest time.

Best photo spot

The cathedral and the Alcázar at sunset.

Getting there

Trains connect with Seville and Cádiz. The airport is close to the city.

Don't miss nearby

The white towns of Arcos de la Frontera and Vejer, and the beaches of the Cádiz coast.

Good to know

Jerez is the home of sherry, flamenco and Andalusian horses. Many sherry bodegas offer visits; book ahead.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Jerez de la Frontera

Getting there

  • Jerez Airport (XRY)9 km away
  • Seville Airport (SVQ)85 km away
  • Cádiz25 km away
  • Seville80 km away

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

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Jerez de la Frontera: good to know

Is Jerez de la Frontera worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food and historic old towns. The home of sherry, flamenco and dancing horses.

How many days do you need in Jerez de la Frontera?

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

When is the best time to visit Jerez de la Frontera?

You can visit all year. Jerez is calm. The horse fair in May is the busiest time.

How do you get to Jerez de la Frontera?

The nearest airport is Jerez Airport (XRY), about 9 km away. Trains connect with Seville and Cádiz. The airport is close to the city.

What is there to see near Jerez de la Frontera?

Nearby hidden places include Cádiz (23 km), Sierra de Grazalema (68 km) and Bolonia Dune (73 km).

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