2 days in Almeria
About the city
Country: Spain Autonomous region: Andalusia
Province/Island: Almería
The city of fortresses, and of tapas, and just more.
✔️ Almería’s plazas framed with palms and historic churches are just the beginning of uncovering the secrets of this beautiful destination in the heart of Spain’s Costa del Sol.
💎 Discover some of the most breathtaking coastlines in Spain with sweeping vistas from pristine beaches beside tranquil aquamarine waters to a seemingly never-ending landscape of cliffs and coves.
Day 1 evening
Arrival to Almeria
Day 2
1
Alcazaba
💎 Explore Alcazaba. Built in the second half of the 10th century when Almería was one of the most important and wealthy cities in Al Andaluz, as Muslim-ruled Spain was called.
Along with the mighty Alhambra of Granada, it was the largest fortress in Al Andaluz.
Don’t miss
✔️ breathtaking panoramic views of the city from the top of the castle walls
✔️ touring the archaeological museum and cave dwellings that frame the Old Gypsy Quarter’s hillsides
Along with the mighty Alhambra of Granada, it was the largest fortress in Al Andaluz.
Don’t miss
✔️ breathtaking panoramic views of the city from the top of the castle walls
✔️ touring the archaeological museum and cave dwellings that frame the Old Gypsy Quarter’s hillsides
2
Calle de las Tiendas
🛍️ Stroll through Calle de las Tiendas, meaning street of stores, located on one of Almería’s most charming Camino.
Don't miss
✔️ Plaza Flores
✔️ Tores Siloy
✔️ Plaza San Pedro
Don't miss
✔️ Plaza Flores
✔️ Tores Siloy
✔️ Plaza San Pedro
3
Almeria Cathedral
⛪ This 16th-century cathedral was used as a defensive fortress as well as a place of worship—a dual purpose hinted at by the watchtower that sits to the left of its ornate entrance.
4
Refugios de la Guerra Civil Española de Almería
🏁 4.5 kilometres (6 miles) in length, the tunnels were intended to provide safety from the relentless attacks of Franco’s fascists.
5
El Quinto Toro
The best place in town for some of Almería’s famous tapas!
🍴 It offers traditional homecooked cuisine at amazing prices in an old-school bar decorated with bullfighting paraphernalia.
🍴 It offers traditional homecooked cuisine at amazing prices in an old-school bar decorated with bullfighting paraphernalia.
6
Playa de Almeria
⛱️ Enjoy the rest of the afternoon on the beach,
15 minute walk from the city centre, it boasts extensive facilities including bathrooms, showers and, of course, plenty of beach bars.
15 minute walk from the city centre, it boasts extensive facilities including bathrooms, showers and, of course, plenty of beach bars.
7
Paseo de Almería
Join the locals as they stroll through the elegant Paseo de Almería and find a charming spot for dinner and drinks.
Day 3
1
Tabernas Desert
🚘 Europe's oldest desert is just half an hour’s drive out of city.
☀️ This barren and beautiful wilderness of sun-scorched cliffs and dunes is largely responsible for making Almería Europe’s warmest city.
☀️ This barren and beautiful wilderness of sun-scorched cliffs and dunes is largely responsible for making Almería Europe’s warmest city.
2
Natural Park Cabo de Gata - Nijar
💎 Take an hour-long drive heading south to the protected natural area for which Almería is famous throughout Spain: the Cabo de Gatar-Níjar Natural Park
If time permits, there are plenty of activities you can choose from to spend the rest of the day.
You can also explore the charming towns of Nijár, San José or the seaside Cabo de Gata.
If time permits, there are plenty of activities you can choose from to spend the rest of the day.
You can also explore the charming towns of Nijár, San José or the seaside Cabo de Gata.
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