Teruel, Spain

Teruel

Ornate Mudéjar towers covered in green and white tiles.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Teruel

Day 1

  1. MorningSee the tiled Mudéjar towers of San Salvador and San Martín, both UNESCO-listed.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Mausoleum of the Lovers of Teruel and the cathedral's painted wooden ceiling.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the Plaza del Torico with its tiny bull statue.

Day 2

Visit Albarracín, 40 minutes away, or the Dinópolis dinosaur park.

What to eat

Jamón de Teruel and migas, fried breadcrumbs with sausage.

Local tips

Make the most of Teruel

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year. The medieval festival in February brings crowds.

Best photo spot

The tiled Mudéjar towers, like the Torre de El Salvador, against a blue sky.

Getting there

Trains and buses run from Valencia and Zaragoza.

Don't miss nearby

Albarracín, about 40 minutes away.

Good to know

Visit the tomb of the Lovers of Teruel, a local legend. The town is also known for its cured ham.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Teruel

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Plan your visit

Getting to Teruel

Getting there

  • Castellón Airport (CDT)100 km away
  • Valencia Airport (VLC)110 km away
  • Valencia115 km away
  • Zaragoza145 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 timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Teruel: good to know

Is Teruel worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. Ornate Mudéjar towers covered in green and white tiles.

How many days do you need in Teruel?

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

When is the best time to visit Teruel?

You can visit all year. Calm most of the year. The medieval festival in February brings crowds.

How do you get to Teruel?

The nearest airport is Castellón Airport (CDT), about 100 km away. Trains and buses run from Valencia and Zaragoza.

What is there to see near Teruel?

Nearby hidden places include Valencia (116 km), Peñíscola (128 km) and Albufera Natural Park (130 km).

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