Clive Muir

I've been living in this lovely area of Western Andalucia for the last 20 years or so and dedicate most of my time to the running of English language tourist information websites for the towns of Cádiz, Ronda, Grazalema, the famous or infamous Caminito del Rey, and also Wildside Holidays, which promotes sustainable and eco-friendly businesses running wildlife and walking holidays in Spain. My articles contain affiliate links that will help you reserve a hotel, bus, train or activity in the area. You don't pay more, but by using them you do support this website. Thankyou!

What to eat in Cádiz

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What to eat in Cádiz

Andalucian cuisine and the culinary heritage of Cádiz

What to eat in Cádiz? Andalusian cuisine is the backbone of what you’ll find in Cadiz, and it’s rich in history and flavor. Influences from Phoenician, Roman, and Moorish cultures are evident in dishes like pescaíto frito (fried fish), abaja de pescado (fish stew), gambas al ajillo (garlic prawns), tortillitas de camarones (shrimp fritters), cazón en adobo (marinated dogfish), and caldillo de perros (fish stewed in orange sauce). Meat lovers will also find plenty to savor, including guiso de rabo de toro (oxtail stew), pork, goat, lamb, and perdiz estofada (partridge casserole).

What to eat in Cádiz

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Last-Minute Deals: The Best Places to Stay in Cádiz for Christmas

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Last-Minute Deals: The Best Places to Stay in Cádiz for Christmas

Dreaming of a Christmas getaway but haven’t booked yet? Don’t worry—Cádiz, with its magical mix of Andalusian charm and festive cheer, is waiting for you. Whether you want to stay in a historic boutique hotel, relax by the beach, or retreat to a cozy countryside villa, there are still fantastic last-minute deals available. This guide will help you find the perfect place to stay while soaking up the holiday spirit of this enchanting coastal city.

We’ll start with the most popular hotels but scroll down for details about what is happening in Cádiz during the Christmas holidays including the lights, markets and the Three Kings Parade.

Or, just go straight to last minute deals in Cádiz over at Booking.com

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Catacumbas del Beaterio Cádiz: A Journey Into the City’s Hidden Underground

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Catacumbas del Beaterio Cádiz photo by Nuria Reina

Hidden beneath the lively streets of Cádiz, the Catacumbas del Beaterio offers a compelling glimpse into the city’s past. Once a burial site, these shadowed corridors preserve stories that trace Cádiz’s early Christian heritage and its links to wider European traditions. As you move through the chambers, each space reveals echoes of those who lived and worshipped here, creating an experience that appeals to both curious visitors and devoted history enthusiasts. Skilled guides enrich the journey with insights that bring this remarkable underground site to life.

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Bella Escondida tower

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Bella Escondida tower

The Bella Escondida tower is the only lookout tower (of the hundreds) in Cádiz with an octagonal floor plan. It is located on top of the house at number 13 Calle José but as it’s name suggests, it can’t be seen from the street. “Escondida” in English means “hidden”.

If you want to see this tower then visit the rooftop bar of the hotel las Cortes de Cádiz from where you can get a great view whilst enjoying a coffee, beer or glass of wine. (Which is, incidentally, also a fine hotel to stay in!)

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Discovering Benaocaz: A Hidden Gem in the Sierra de Cádiz

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Discovering Benaocaz: A Hidden Gem in the Sierra de Cádiz

Benaocaz is a picturesque village located in the north-west of Cádiz province, south of the Tavizna River. It is part of the famous Ruta de los Pueblos Blancos (Route of the White Villages).

Benaocaz borders Grazalema to the north, Ubrique to the south, Villaluenga del Rosario to the east, and El Bosque to the west. The village is entirely within the Parque Natural Sierra de Grazalema (Grazalema Natural Park), with the westernmost section also inside Los Alcornocales Natural Park.

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