El Puerto de Santa María Trip Overview
El Puerto de Santa Maria is a hidden gem; discover the fascinating history of this bright, open town, given extra beauty by its centre, which has been declared a Historic Ensemble.
Located at the mouth of the Guadalete River, on The Bay of Cadiz the city is locally known as El Puerto, its old and winding cobbled streets invite us to delve into the city centre to discover its colourful architecture, hidden places and the nooks and crannies of this ancient city full of charm and steeped in history.
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* Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
* Starts: El Puerto de Santa María, Spain
* Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting El Puerto de Santa María, Andalucía, Spain
El Puerto de Santa Maria is a hidden gem; discover the fascinating history of this bright, open town, given extra beauty by its centre, which has been declared a Historic Ensemble.
Located at the mouth of the Guadalete River, on The Bay of Cadiz the city is locally known as El Puerto, its old and winding cobbled streets invite us to delve into the city centre to discover its colourful architecture, hidden places and the nooks and crannies of this ancient city full of charm and steeped in history.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Plaza de Toros, Plaza de Elias Ahuja, El Puerto de Santa Maria Spain
One of the most important bullrings of Spain, the Real Plaza de Toros del Puerto de Santa María. This imposing building of Neomudéjar style has a capacity for 12,000 spectators.
Pass By: San Marcos Castle, Plaza de Alfonso X el Sabio 3, 11500, El Puerto de Santa Maria Spain
Its origin dates back to the tenth century, when a church-fortress was built on a Muslim mosque using the remains of a Roman building that was located nearby. Its construction was ordered by Alfonso X The Wise, who fortunately wanted to keep the inside of the building, keeping the mihrab (the Muslim prayer tower) intact.
Pass By: Iglesia Mayor Prioral, Plaza de Espana, El Puerto de Santa Maria Spain
At Plaza de España, in the very heart of the old town of Puerto de Santa María (Cádiz) majestically stands Iglesia Mayor Prioral, which is one of the most emblematic and important buildings of the Hispalense Archdiocese.
