Cadiz

Perched on a peninsula Cadiz has something for everyone and with over 3000 years of history this makes it one of the oldest cities in Europe.

The best way to uncover the charms of this mesmerising city is to slowly wander around the old town with its narrow cobbled streets full of interesting places waiting to be discovered. When you need a break why not stop for some tapas at one of the many bars or restaurants, or relax in the magnificent squares full of giant ancient trees and exotic birds.

A must visit is to the Cathedral Nueva, which is easily identified by its gold-topped dome. Once inside, visit the lower floor and stand under the tiny dome, the smallest noise will produce a magnificent echo that is guaranteed to amaze you. There are many other interesting buildings and places to visit including the remains of a Roman ampitheatre, which is said to be the second largest in the world.

This city also has some fantastic beaches to choose from and in the summer the main beach is floodlit so that you can enjoy the warm summer evenings in the perfect setting. This place has it all, history, culture, shopping, fantastic food and golden sands all within walking distance.

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Things To Do

Local Attractions

Church of Santa Cruz

This church is widely known as the “Old Cathedral” as it was the cities cathedral until 1838. King Alfonso X built it in 1602 on top of an old Muslim mosque, in the small quiet patio you can see one of the few surviving examples of Muslim architecture in Cadiz.

The church can be viewed in two very distinctive parts with the lower floor being dark and simple containing only an 18th century sculpture of the crucifixion. However, the upper floor is beautifully decorated with an elegant dome and has three frescos by the artist Goya, the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes, the Guest at the Wedding and the Last Supper.

Local Beaches
Cortadura
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Located on the outskirts of the city on the road out of Cadiz, this perfect fine sandy beach is backed by a long row of sand dunes.

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Apartment Rosario

Third floor 2 bedroom, very pretty apartment, sleeps 4, in the historic part (Casco Antiguo) of Cádiz, 5 minutes walk to La Caleta beach and famous tropical gardens, close to restaurants, plazas with cafes, experience the real Spanish life, Astra Satellite TV (German, English, French and Spanish channels), various art courses are being offered... Spacious beautifully furnished apartment on the third floor of a typical Spanish townhouse in the historic part (Casco Antiguo) of Cádiz, right in the middle of restaurants,...

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