Top attractions in Almeria
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Top sights in Almeria
The 10 best things to do in Almería
A visit to the province of Almería offers the essentials for a perfect vacation. Venture into its rugged landscape to explore its natural wonders, cast away your cares along its swathes of sublime beaches, and mingle with the locals in the historical city of Almería.
1. Museum of Almería
Thanks to the prehistoric findings in the region by Belgian engineer Luis Sirat in 1880, the museum houses the largest and most impressive archaeological collection in Almería.
2. La Alcazaba
Founded by Cordoba caliph Abd ar-Rahman in 995 AD, it's the second largest Moorish fortress in Spain. You'll have sweeping views of the cave quarter of Barrio de la Chanca below.
3. Almeria Cathedral
It looks like a fortress from the outside, but it's a beautiful cathedral inside. The reason for its robust construction was to protect its treasures from Barbary pirate raids.
4. The Natural Park of Cabo de Gata
The park covers 310 square miles, with 16 hiking trails of various degrees, miles of unspoiled beaches and lookout points, such as Mirador de los Muertos, along the coast.
5. Sorbas Caves
Located in the Gypsum Karst Natural Park, there are three guided tours a day through this amazing, subterranean world, replete with stalactites, stalagmites and gypsum crystals.
6. Sierra Nevada
Spain's largest national park is not only a place to hit the winter slopes, but also a location to explore its wild beauty and whitewashed villages that punctuate the hillsides.
7. Mountains and Valleys
The province boasts seven mountain ranges with stunning nature, and the Almanzora Valley is lush with olive and fruit groves and quaint Spanish towns. It's a rural tourism paradise.
8. Costa de Almería
The expansive coastline is famous for its sun-drenched shores, and surprisingly you may have a spot all to yourself. The beaches of Almeria Bay are at the city's front door.
9. Mini Hollywood
Yes, there's one here in the Tabernas Desert. Its open and arid landscape has provided scenes for Westerns and Hollywood blockbusters, including Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
10. Alhambra
The Alhambra was not only a fortress, but also a palace and small city. The gardens of the Palacio de Generalife date to the 14th century and are the oldest from the Moorish era.
Planning Your Visit
How many days to spend in Almeria?
If you want to see the city of Almería, explore the region's mountains, relax on the beaches and make a trip to the Alhambra, then give yourself at least 10 days, if not two weeks.
Getting around
If you stay in the city of Almería, you can see the city's attractions by foot. However, the most convenient and independent way to travel around the region is to rent a car, especially if you plan to go into the mountainous areas and traverse its extensive coastline.
Where to stay in Almeria
Accommodations in Almería's city center make it convenient to see its top attractions. You'll find hotels and resorts in towns along the Almerían coast for that perfect beach holiday.
Tickets and opening hours for the Alhambra
There are two sessions during the day: 8:30AM - 2:00PM and from 2:00PM - 8:00PM. When purchasing tickets online, you'll find that there are different packages to reserve for a visit to the Alhambra. Keep in mind that you should allow yourself a good two hours to drive from the city of Almería to Granada.
Good to know
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- Language
- Spanish
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- Currency
- Euro (€)
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- Time Zone
- UTC (+02:00)
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- Country Code
- +34
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- Best time to visit
- If you plan to visit top attractions, such as the Alhambra, then visiting in the shoulder season (spring and fall) are best to avoid the long wait times the peak crowds bring. May, June and September will provide you plenty of sunshine but fewer tourists than in the hottest months of July and August.
Top Attractions in Almeria
Things to Do in Almeria
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- 5 Madrid
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- 13 Las Palmas
- 14 Corralejo
- 15 Morro Jable
- 16 Valencia
- 18 Costa Calma
- 19 Benidorm
- 20 Masca
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What people are saying about Almeria
Visited lots of great areas that we wouldn't of seen otherwise
I have only knocked a star off because we got a text shortly before we were due to be picked up saying they were running 20 minutes late. We had paid for a taxi to get to the pick up point but could of walked had we of known. They were 35 minutes late in the end. Once we got on the coach there was a lot of information initially just in Spanish and we did start wondering if there was going to be any in English but then a while later there was and it was very informative and interesting. Lots of stop offs to take pictures and one to get a drink. San Jose is stunning but wish we had longer here. Highly recommend the clear kayak trip for €18pp. The tour guide was lovely and very helpful and friendly.
Great guide made for interesting tour of good seascapes,
Reasonably valued tour. Good guide. The fact that it was in three languages was boring as the Spanish and Germans tend to talk during the English bit. People st the back of the bus have an incredible desire to get off first. Annoying and ignorant. The park is pretty boring but the stops were pretty.
The Oasys brought back a lot of childhood memories to me. It was a very good trip. It is worth the go. We enjoyed it very much. It would be better if the buffet was included. The only thing I do not like is the meeting point which is far from city center!
Very good organized and informative trip. Guilermo is a great guide and also Christian the bus driver (I hope I remember names well) , very helpful and careing. Beautiful landscapes, the price is equal. 100/100 suggest!
Excellent tour with knowledgeable guide. A long day, but came prepared for this and the sites and scenes keep you wanting more. Thank you.
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