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Cádiz – A brief tour of the city

Welcome to one of Spain’s most visited cities!

The city of Cádiz is reasonably compact. From arriving and discovering the Puerta de Tierra, the Torre Tavira and the Cathedral you will also find that most of the famous and most popular monuments and museums are easily within reach. So, here’s Cádiz – A brief tour of the city.

Cádiz is a historic city located in the southwestern part of Spain, known for its rich history dating back to the Neolithic period. The Phoenicians established a trading post in the area around 1100 BCE, and the city was later conquered by the Romans.

During the Middle Ages, Cádiz was a thriving port city and center of trade and commerce, and in the 16th and 17th centuries, it was a major center of the Spanish empire.

In recent years, Cádiz has become a popular tourist destination, offering a variety of museums, hostels, hotels, tourist information centers, and guided tours. Whether you’re interested in exploring the city’s history, culture, or just looking for a place to stay, Cádiz has something to offer everyone

Recommended tours in Cádiz

Situated on a narrow slice of land surrounded by the sea‚ Cádiz is a typically Andalusian city with well-preserved historical landmarks and some fantastic beaches.

The older part (within the remnants of the city walls) is commonly referred to as the old Town (Casco Antiguo). Here there are various neighborhoods known as barrios. Among them El Pópulo, La Viña, and Santa María are the most well known.

This promo clip by Cádiz Turismo shows some highlights of the city

Whilst the Old City’s street plan consists of narrow winding alleys connecting large plazas, newer areas of Cádiz typically have wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks and gardens.

There are many beautiful churches, museums, wonderful coffee shops, restarants and tapas bars for a day visit. But, to really get the most out of Cádiz, why not book a hotel, stay with us for a few days and immerse yourself into “Gadir”, the place regarded as the most ancient city still standing in Western Europe.

Don’t forget as well the Santa Catalina Castle, The Plaza de España, The Central Market, The beautiful “Hidden Tower or Bella Escondida“, the Roman Theatre, the ruins of Gadir and the Plaza of San Juan de Dios

Remember! After you have checked in to your hotel or other acommodation or even if you are just here for a day trip, your first visit should be one of the main tourist offices. You’ll find all the most up to date information including places to visit, events and everything else you need to get the best out of a visit to Cádiz. Details and where to find them here: https://visitingcadiz.com/the-main-tourist-offices-in-cadiz/

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Kotinoussa Park in Cádiz:

Kotinoussa Park in Cádiz spans an area of 9,985 m² and was inaugurated in 2003. It derives its name from one of the three islands of the Phoenician “Gadeiras Archipelago”: Erytheia, Kotinoussa, and Antipolis (Isla de León). Erytheia was the northernmost island, stretching from the current Castle of San Sebastián to the Island of Sancti Petri, while Kotinoussa Island was situated between them.

This park is located on the grounds of the former Varela Military Barracks, which encompassed the Phoenician, Punic, and Roman necropolises. Building upon this historical background, the park offers an additional attraction through the cultural and educational exhibition of various archaeological artifacts discovered during excavations for the San José parking lot and the houses on Arcángel San Miguel.

The aim is to commemorate and promote the historical significance of the Cadiz necropolis. Thus, the park serves as an archaeological museum, providing a historical journey through the funerary arts of the earliest civilizations that inhabited Cádiz.

The park’s design features winding pathways that invite visitors to stroll and find places to rest, enhancing the overall experience.

Nearby Hotel Regio

Set 2 roads back from the nearest beach, this laid-back hotel is a 6-minute walk from Segunda Aguada train station and 2 km from Cádiz Cathedral. Its a couple of minutes walk to the Kotinoussa Park in Cádiz

The refined, cozy rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Some add sitting areas. Room service is available.

Breakfast is served in a warm, casual dining room. Other amenities include a bar, a lounge and meeting rooms. Parking is also available.


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Jardines del Paseo de Carlos III in Cádiz

The Paseo de Carlos III is a historic promenade located between Genoves Park and the Alameda de Apodaca effectively joining these two gardens together. The promenade dates back to 1927 and was created as a result of the progressive occupation of the military security area of the walled perimeter of Cadiz. The current architecture is the work of the architect Juan Talavera y Heredia, who also designed the remodeling of the Alameda de Apodaca and Marqués de Comillas gardens. The promenade’s design is a continuation of the Alameda and incorporates the same regionalist style.

The gardens are classified as an “Asset of Cultural Interest” and included in the General Catalog of the “Historical Heritage of Andalusia”. The promenade’s current shape is triangular, with its base just in front of the entrance to Parque Genovés. It consists of a first open space with a polygonal plan with a small central fountain and benches on the sides of the polygon. From this space there is a path covered by a pergola, with side exits to small circular gazebos, which communicates with the second open space in the garden, this one with a square floor plan surrounded by hedges, with benches at the corners and double side exits.

Jardines del Paseo de Carlos III in Cádiz
Images on this page from https://josecelestinomutis.cadiz.es/en/ The official Cádiz city website with information about parks, gardens and natural areas.

Inside the garden, a central axis can be clearly distinguished, with different squares, four of which are rounded, one rectangular, and another octagonal, wider, with a fountain in its center. The type of furniture used in the promenade is based on ceramics from Triana with wrought iron elements.

The Paseo de Carlos III is an important cultural and historic landmark in Cadiz, and its architectural style is characteristic of the city’s regionalist architecture. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing stroll along the promenade, taking in the beautiful architecture, fountains, and gardens.

See more parks and gardens in Cádiz here: https://visitingcadiz.com/parks-and-gardens/

See the full list of plazas in the city of Cádiz here: https://visitingcadiz.com/plazas-in-cadiz/


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The Caminito del Rey

Find tickets for the Caminito del Rey: https://www.caminodelrey.es/

Wildside Holidays – Spain

Take a trip on the Wildside! Discover the wildlife and nature of Spain, its Natural and National Parks and find the top wildlife, activity and walking holiday companies.