The city of Almería is located in the southeast of the Iberian Peninsula, belonging to the Andalusian Autonomous Community. With a population close to 200 thousand inhabitants, It is a seafaring city with more than a thousand years old, emerging as an Arab port of the Caliphate of Córdoba. The archaeological remains testify that it already had a population more than two thousand years ago.
1. Alcazaba
Direction: C/ Almanzor, s/n, 04002 Almeria
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 at 18.00h
Phone: 600142984
2. Almeria Cathedral
Direction: Cathedral Square, Almeria
Schedule: Monday to Saturday from 9.00 at 18.00h
Phone: 687 21 03 90
3. Medina neighborhood
Direction: With Almedina, 04002 Almeria
4. Jayrán wall
Direction: Camino Loma San Cristóbal, 113, 04003 Almeria
To start the route, it is essential to visit the Alcazaba (1) from Almeria, built by Abderramán III.
Subsequently, we can visit the famous Almeria Cathedral (2) that has undergone several renovations throughout its history.
On a break to rest and eat, We will take the opportunity to get to know the Mediterranean gastronomy of the city.
Subsequently, we can visit the Medina neighborhood (3), primitive nucleus of the city and the famous bullring of Almería.
We will finish the first day of the route visiting the Jayran wall (4) 11th century. Then we can enjoy the Almeria night freely.
5. Cabo de Gata Natural Park
On the second day of the route we will head directly to the Cabo de Gata Natural Park (5) to enjoy its extension and nature.
There, We will do a trail route to get to know in depth the natural area that it offers us and enjoy its immersive fauna and flora.
Once finished, We will walk to its beach and spend the rest of the day there until sunset.
At night we can rest in the city center and enjoy the gastronomy of the Almeria establishments.