Cadiz Spain
Country: Spain · Region: Western Mediterranean · Currency: Euro
Cadiz is one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities, sitting on a narrow peninsula surrounded by sea with a charming Old Town of narrow winding streets, historic plazas, and well-preserved landmarks from its Phoenician, Roman, and colonial trading era.
Top sights
Cadiz Cathedral, Roman Theatre, Museum of Cadiz, Tavira Tower, Castle of Santa Catalina, Plaza de Mina
Things to do
- Museo de Cádiz
- Excellent art collection in the former Convent of San Francisco, including Phoenician sarcophagi, a statue of Roman Emperor Trajan, and works by Zurbarán, Murillo and Rubens.
- Catedral de Cádiz
- Striking yellow-domed structure with neoclassical and Baroque elements, constructed over 116 years from 1722 to 1838, offering panoramic city views from its towers.
- Torre Tavira
- Lookout tower completed in 1778 with a camera obscura that projects a panorama of the city onto a viewing disc, plus a museum about the city's carnival tradition.
- Teatro Romano
- Large Roman theatre from the 1st century AD, discovered in 1980, with an exhibition and viewing gallery accessible to visitors.
Beaches
- Caleta beach
- Beach strip 5 km long with Castillo de Santa Catalina at the north end and Castillo de San Sebastián on an islet at the south end.
Where to eat
- Mercado Central
- Bustling covered market 100 m south of Torre Tavira offering local food and provisions.
Forecast for Cadiz
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Weather in Cadiz by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F | 47°F | 1.9 in | 6 |
| February | 63°F | 49°F | 1.6 in | 6 |
| March | 66°F | 51°F | 3.7 in | 10 |
| April | 69°F | 55°F | 1.8 in | 7 |
| May | 76°F | 60°F | 1.2 in | 5 |
| June | 80°F | 66°F | 0.4 in | 3 |
| July | 86°F | 70°F | 0.0 in | 1 |
| August | 87°F | 70°F | 0.1 in | 1 |
| September | 82°F | 67°F | 0.9 in | 3 |
| October | 77°F | 62°F | 3.4 in | 8 |
| November | 68°F | 54°F | 2.6 in | 8 |
| December | 64°F | 50°F | 2.4 in | 7 |
Getting around
Use public buses (routes 1, 2, and 7 from old town) with a rechargeable green travel card, or walk through the compact old town's narrow streets and plazas.
What to eat
Visit the Central Market in the morning, especially the fish section, for local seafood and produce.
Tips
Climb to the top of the Cathedral's North Tower or visit Tavira Tower for panoramic views of the entire old city.
Best for
History and beaches
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