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Jerez de la Frontera: How the Andalusian Horses Dance

1. Jerez de la Frontera: How the Andalusian Horses Dance

Marvel at the equestrian skills of Spanish horses and riders at a unique "How the Andalusian Horses Dance" ballet at the Fundacion Real Escuela Andaluza Del Arte Ecuestre (Foundation Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art) in Jerez de la Frontera. Accompanied by quintessential Spanish music and 18th-century style costumes, the choreography uses movements based on classical dressage, Doma Vaquera (country-style riding), and traditional equestrian chores. Each show consists of 6-8 different choreographies, scheduled by the school according to the following repertoire: Doma Vaquera: Doma Vaquera is a Spanish riding discipline, based on traditional cattle herding. The horseman rides his horse around the arena using only one hand, first trotting and later galloping, changing the rhythm and performing pirouettes and arreones (breaking into a gallop). Classical Dressage: See different choreographies, such as “The Colts,” “Airs on Horseback,” “Pas de Deux,” “Passage and Piaffer,” “Domino on Horseback,” “Airs Above the Ground” and “Fantasy.” The horses carry out advanced exercises to classical music. Carriage Driving: Marvel as the horses demonstrate their ability to draw carriages. These horse-drawn carriages were originally used for transport, but are now relegated to sport and exhibitions, using classical harnesses and driven by coachmen who dexterously demonstrate exciting skills. Work in Hand: Admire the skill of a horse that obeys its rider even when the horseman is not in the saddle. They will carry out classical Haute École dressage exercises, such as levades, caprioles, courbettes, piaffe (between pillars), and the Spanish walk. Carrousel: See a group of horses and riders perform advanced equestrian exercises in unison, providing a fitting end to the performance.

Jerez de la Frontera: Andalusian Horse Dance and Museums

2. Jerez de la Frontera: Andalusian Horse Dance and Museums

Marvel at the equestrian skills of Spanish horses and riders at a unique "How the Andalusian Horses Dance" ballet at the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art in Jerez de la Frontera. Accompanied by quintessential Spanish music and 18th-century style costumes, the choreography uses movements based on classical dressage, Doma Vaquera, and traditional equestrian chores. The horses carry out advanced exercises to classical music. Each show consists of 6-8 different choreographies such as "The Colts," Airs on Horseback," Pas de Deux," Passage and Piaffer," "Domino on Horseback," Airs Above the Ground" and "Fantasy." See the horses demonstrate their ability to draw carriages which were originally used for transport, but are now used for sport and exhibitions, using classical harnesses and driven by coachmen who dexterously demonstrate their skills. See classical "Haute École" dressage exercises, such as levades, caprioles, courbettes, piaffe (between pillars), and the Spanish walk. Watch the group of horses and riders perform advanced equestrian exercises in unison, providing a fitting end to the performance. The entrance into the premises is through the Visitor Reception Centre, where you will find a digital cinema where you can see a spectacular audio-visual presentation of the history of equestrian art in Andalusia, until 11:00 AM. This area leads into the gardens, which contain a great variety of exotic plants. The Palace itself rises majestically above the gardens and is a beautiful example of 19th Century architecture.  In the basement, find the Museum of Equestrian Art, which consists of 11 rooms where you will discover the origins and history of equestrian art and the horse in Andalusia. Admire the Saddlery, the place where the harnesses are made and repaired. The Carriage Museum marks the end of your journey where you will see harnesses and equestrian costumes.

Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art Admission

3. Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art Admission

With your admission ticket, you’ll enter the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art at the visitor reception center, where you’ll enjoy an audio-visual presentation on the history of equestrian art in Andalusia (available until 11:00 AM). The reception area leads into the gardens that feature a variety of exotic plants. Note the great fountain which adorns the center of the gardens and whose water jets invite visitors to enter further into the grounds of the Royal School. Across the fountain, the palace rises majestically above the gardens. It is a beautiful example of 19th-century architecture, designed by Charles Garnier. On the ground floor, you can admire the staterooms, decorated as they were originally conceived. In the basement, you’ll find the Museum of Equestrian Art, which comprises 11 rooms dedicated to the origins and history of equestrian art and the horse in Andalusia. Afterward, you’ll see where the harnesses are made and repaired. This laborious work is carried out in the saddlery by the master harness maker and his apprentices. Watch the training that takes place in the outdoor exercise rings, and see the indoor arena, a building designed in authentic Andalusian style. With a capacity of 1,600 people, this is the ideal place to watch the daily training of horses and riders. In the stables, an octagonal complex, you’ll see the school’s most emblematic horses. In the center of the stables is the tack room, where all the harnesses used for daily training and for shows are kept. A visit to the carriage museum marks the end of your visit. Admire the vehicles, horses, harnesses, and equestrian costumes in the museum’s collection.

Jerez: Live Flamenco Show with Optional Dinner

4. Jerez: Live Flamenco Show with Optional Dinner

Enjoy an authentic Flamenco show in Jerez, located in the region that is known as the birthplace of flamenco. The show takes place at Tablao Flamenco Puro Arte, a bodega dating from 1739. You will have the opportunity to watch flamenco of different styles, such as martinetes, soleá, and bulerías.  The show has a duration of approximately one hour and ten minutes. It is delivered by a group of four artists and is specifically designed for those who are looking for a high-quality flamenco show. You have the option to upgrade your experience with a dinner option. There are two different menu options that feature some of the best regional specialties. If you choose the show with drink, you can buy tapas dishes from the menu. You can also enjoy local wines from the region.

Cadiz: Andalusian Horses and Bulls Country Show

5. Cadiz: Andalusian Horses and Bulls Country Show

Watch fearless Torrestrella bulls and beautiful Andalusian horses in action at the El Carrascal ranch. Famed for their bravery and ferocity, the bulls spend 4 years in the open countryside to turn each one into a jewel. Take your seat in the sun or shade and watch bulls and cattle, including a stallion, calves, mares and foals, perform acts of incredible bravery. See the famous horses of the Alvaro Domecq family perform classical and countryside dressage. Be amazed by the skill of the horses and riders as they put on a fantastic show.

Jerez de la Frontera: Flamenco Show and Tapas

6. Jerez de la Frontera: Flamenco Show and Tapas

Experience a typical flamenco performance that features top performers from Jerez and the flamenco world. Witness the power, soul, and improvisation of this pure Andalusian art and choose from different menu options that will allow you also sample regional specialties. Witness the most traditional and magnificent flamenco styles and soak up the magical atmosphere provided by Flamenco guitar, singing, and dance. It's an experience Menu options Flamenco Ticket: A sherry wine (fino, oloroso, or cream) or water + flamenco show Menu Bailaora a le carte: A flamenco show ticket with a le carta dinner. Price of the dinner not include in the ticket. Menu Degustacion: A glass of fino + oloroso + cream wine + an assortment of sausages + flamenco show. Arrive 1 hour before the show.

Jerez de la Frontera: Palacio Domecq Entrance Ticket

7. Jerez de la Frontera: Palacio Domecq Entrance Ticket

Reserve your entrance ticket for the Domecq Palace in Jerez. Within its walls, you will not only find the beauty of exceptional architecture, but you will also experience the tradition and know-how of a family that left its mark on the city of Jerez and the world. Admire the arcitecture of a typical Jerez bourgeois house from the latter second half of the 18th century. Admire a ornate home built by the aristocracy and the bourgeoisie winemakers established in the city. With a quadrangular floor plan, it is structured by a large central courtyard of Italian marble, and a three-story facade with majestic balconies that give way to one of the best views of Jerez. The history of the palace is linked to one of the families with the longest winemaking tradition in Spain and Europe. Discover a symbol of social and commerical power in the city of Jerez de la Frontera.

Jerez de la Frontera: Cathedral of Jerez Ticket & Audioguide

8. Jerez de la Frontera: Cathedral of Jerez Ticket & Audioguide

Explore the old Collegiate Church of Jerez, now the Cathedral of Jerez de la Frontera, with an admission ticket to the building and its bell tower. Play the insightful audioguide in your chosen language and stroll through this elegant building at your own pace. Observe the Corinthian columns that hold up the main external facade, then step into the interior. Admire the five naves that combine classical elements from 18th-century Baroque and Neoclassicism. Watch a blend of multiple styles, combining harmony and monumentality with Gothic structure. Enjoy access to an audioguide and learn the history of this majestic site, designed by master builder Diego Moreno and built purely out of stone coming from the Sierra de San Cristobal. Climb up to the striking tower, which appears to be Gothic at the bottom and Baroque at the top. Gaze at its eight bells and two small signal bells.

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What people are saying about Province of Cádiz, Spain

The horse show plus the carriage and costume museums and access to the stables is wonderful. However, Get your guide asked us to assemble at 9.50 at some random spot opposite a petrol station, 3 mins walk from the horse show entrance, indicated on Google maps by a dropped pin. The pin is in the wrong place. (We even questioned this via their chat and were assured that the info was correct) Needless to say, there was no one there to meet us and we made our way to the entrance. At the agency window our mobile phone GYG app qr code was exchanged for tickets (no problem). The instructions from GYG are overly complicated. Just turn up at the entrance, show them the code and away you go.

I did enjoy the show, however a large corporate group arrived late and spoiled it for me and my guests. They walked through the line of seats to get to theirs whilst the horses were performing, they kept getting up, talking on phones and has no regard for fellow spectators.

Do not miss this experience of a lifetime .... it is like a ballet of Andalusian Equestrians who move with both gentleness and strength. Breathtaking ... the trainers and horses communicate expertly! Bravo!

Absolutely lovely display of horsemanship and equestrian athleticism. Such beautiful horses....lucky to catch one of the last performances of the head rider before his recent retirement!

We went to see the Anderlusion horses on Thursday. Even if you don’t like horses this trip is a must from start to finish even the music is amazing, a big 5 star rating from us