What to do and see in Province of Cadiz, Andalucia: The Best Castles

July 19, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

Discover the best top things to do in Province of Cadiz, Spain including Arab Castle, Palace of Medina Sidonia, Castillo de Jimena de la Frontera, Castillo de Castellar de la Frontera, Castillo de Luna, Castillo-Palacio de los Ribera, Castillo de Olvera, Castillo Zahara de la Sierra, Castillo Sancti Petri, Santiago Castle.
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1. Arab Castle

Calle Calzada, 11690 Olvera Spain
Excellent
45%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 199 reviews

Arab Castle

Reviewed By Sallysj70

Wow, views to die for but one hell of a precarious climb to get there, not for the faint hearted!! €2 entrance fee very reasonable. Well worth the effort. Buy tickets in tourist information office.

2. Palace of Medina Sidonia

Plaza Condes de Niebla 1, 11540 Sanlucar de Barrameda Spain +34 956 36 01 61 http://www.fcmedinasidonia.com/
Excellent
54%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 321 reviews

Palace of Medina Sidonia

3. Castillo de Jimena de la Frontera

Jimena de la Frontera Spain +34 956 64 02 54 http://jimenadelafrontera.es/turismo/monumentos/Conjunto-Monumental-del-Castillo-de-Jimena-de-la-Frontera
Excellent
51%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 145 reviews

Castillo de Jimena de la Frontera

Reviewed By DrMentone

The Castle of Jimena is a special stop for my family. I have lived in the region for many years and have enjoyed bringing visitors to this site. We enjoy driving to the parking area by the ancient church at the very top of town. From there it is only a few steps from the entry ramp, where history has played itself out with the first Iberians, Romans, Moors and Spaniards. A historian will note that much of historic Jimena was damaged during the great battles fought bravely against the French during the War of Independence two hundred years ago. My family enjoys the free entry to the castle, the beautiful panoramic views, and the hiking trails down to Ruta Vega de Hozgarganta and views of the ruins of the military munitions factory on the banks of the Hozgarganta River.

4. Castillo de Castellar de la Frontera

A-2100, 11350 Castellar de la Frontera Spain +34 633 53 89 30 [email protected] http://www.castillodecastellar.es
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 178 reviews

Castillo de Castellar de la Frontera

Reviewed By janetbotes

It is BEAUTIFUL. The route towards the castle, the castle itself, the streets inside, the view towards the dam, the gifts and souvenirs in the shops, the friendly people who work and live in the castle and surrounds... Loved it.

5. Castillo de Luna

Rota Spain +34 956 84 63 45 http://www.andalucia.org/es/turismo-cultural/visitas/cadiz/monumentos/castillo-de-luna
Excellent
47%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

Castillo de Luna

6. Castillo-Palacio de los Ribera

Plaza del Alcalde Jose Gonzalez 2, 11640 Bornos Spain +34 956 72 82 64 [email protected] http://www.bornos.es
Excellent
58%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 26 reviews

Castillo-Palacio de los Ribera

El paso de la historia de la dominación árabe a la reconquista cristiana y el resplandor renacentista se ejemplifica en Bornos en el Castillo-Palacio de los Ribera. La llegada de los musulmanes supuso la construcción de una fortificación en un lugar abundante en nacimientos de agua que daría nombre al Castillo de Fontanar. Los restos que se conservan de este antiguo castillo se reducen a algunos

7. Castillo de Olvera

Plaza de La Iglesia s/n, 11690 Olvera Spain +34 956 13 00 11 http://www.andalucia.org/en/cultural-tourism/visits/cadiz/monuments/castillo-de-olvera/
Excellent
66%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 38 reviews

Castillo de Olvera

Reviewed By alexandra_odessa777 - Algeciras, Spain

This wonderfully preserved and taken care of Arab castle built by Christians in the XII century is a must for all those who loves pueblos blancos and it’s historical heritage. The entrance fee is just 2 euros and gives you access to the Castle itself that is really big and interesting and to the museum explaining the history and life of people in different centuries in the Castle. Dogs are allowed to join you !! :)The views are just spectacular. Don’t forget to visit neighboring village Setenil de las Bodegas famous for its dwellings built into rock !!

8. Castillo Zahara de la Sierra

11688 Zahara de la Sierra, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park Spain
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 99 reviews

Castillo Zahara de la Sierra

Reviewed By theforces - Atlanta, United States

We stopped here on our way back to Seville. Amazing moorish castle that u can explore with incredible views of the “valley” and reservoir. Definitely worth a stop!!!

9. Castillo Sancti Petri

Sancti Petri Island, 11100 San Fernando Spain +34 667 50 23 69 [email protected] http://www.elcastillodesanctipetri.com
Excellent
50%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 203 reviews

Castillo Sancti Petri

An extraordinary and mystical place for those with a visionary enough soul, as they will feel a soft resistance in the air.

10. Santiago Castle

Plaza del Castillo de Santiago 1, 11540 Sanlucar de Barrameda Spain +34 956 92 35 00 [email protected] http://www.castillodesantiago.com
Excellent
40%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 234 reviews

Santiago Castle

Reviewed By 301ericw - Knoxville, United States

Wonderful old fort/castle with tons of history. Apparently Magellan started his voyage from this place. Super high tower with great views and a small museum of sorts. Entry was 6 Euros per person and well worth the money. Allow around an hour and half for entire tour

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