Cadiz
What's it like?
Often described as Venice without the canals, or Havana with more charm, the fascinating and historic seaport of Cadiz is the most ancient city in western Europe. The Romans later dubbed it Gades, and to this day the citizens of Cadiz are known as Gaditanos.
Built on a grid system, and with the sea almost always in view, you’re never likely to get lost as you stroll through the ancient streets, taking in the many important landmarks and monuments.
Service and amenities
- Countless bars, cafeterias and restaurants where you can sample gastronomic local cuisine and indulge in a glass of manzanilla
- Excellent shopping
- State and private hospitals
- Good schools
- Theatres, museums and art galleries
Don't miss
- Cadiz Carnival – the third largest in the world after Rio de Janeiro’s Mardi Gras and the New Orleans Carnival – 10 days of non stop partying, held each year in the run up to Lent
- The Cathedral Nueva – with its glorious golden dome
- The 18th century People’s Quarter – a labyrinth of narrow streets
- The Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology – described as one of the best museums in Andalucia
- The city beaches of La Caleta, Victoria, and Santa María del Mar
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