Cádiz

Cádiz is an old Atlantic port in Andalucía, southern Spain, known for its sea walls, its cathedral and a February Carnival with street music and costumed groups.

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Cádiz is a port city in Andalucía, southwest Spain, on a narrow peninsula that runs out into the Atlantic. Phoenician settlers founded it, and its harbor has handled trade for centuries. Most of the historic center sits inside the sea walls, where streets are narrow, building fronts are white and most sights are within easy walking distance. The cathedral, with its large dome, is the best-known landmark in the old town.

Plan one or two nights for the old town, or stay longer for beaches and a slower pace of tapas and sea views. La Caleta, a small beach beside the old fort, is a short walk from the center. The Carnival, usually held in February, is one of the largest in Spain, with music and costumed groups in the streets. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable months for walking. Trains run from Seville, and the sherry towns across the bay are an easy day trip.

Cádiz in five

Walk the seawall at golden hourThe old town sits on a peninsula with the Atlantic on three sides. A loop from La Caleta to the cathedral takes a couple of hours and costs nothing.
Try the camera obscura at Torre TaviraThe tower in the old town gives a roof-level view of the city. Check the current schedule and book timed entry if you plan to go.
Plan around CarnivalCarnival in February fills hotels and bars across the city. Book far ahead, or choose another time if you want quiet.
Cross the bay by boatA ferry links Cádiz with El Puerto de Santa María, which makes a relaxed sherry and seafood day trip. Check the timetable before you go.El Puerto de Santa María
Use the train from SevilleRegional trains link Seville and Cádiz in under two hours. A car is not needed in the old town.Seville

Things to do in Cádiz

See all attractions in Cádiz

Museum · CádizCadiz Museum

Market · CádizMercado Central de AbastosGo in the morning for the widest choice of fish, then return in the evening for the gastronomic stalls.

A view of a city with a bridge in the background

Historic site · CádizTeatro Romano

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Need to know

Airport: Jerez (XRY), about 40 minutes; Seville (SVQ) is another option
Getting there: Train from Seville in about 1.5 to 2 hours
Getting around: Walk; the old town is compact
Best base: The old town near the cathedral or La Caleta
Time needed: 1 to 2 days

Weather by month

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JanuaryClear7 rainy daysHigh16°Low11°Mild, quiet
FebruaryClear5 rainy daysHigh17°Low11°Carnival
MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh17°Low12°Spring warmth
AprilClear7 rainy daysHigh19°Low14°Holy Week
MayClear4 rainy daysHigh22°Low17°Warm, calm
JuneClear1 rainy dayHigh25°Low19°Beach season
JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh27°Low22°Beach, hot
AugustClear0 rainy daysHigh28°Low22°Hot, busy
SeptemberClear2 rainy daysHigh26°Low21°Warm sea
OctoberClear6 rainy daysHigh23°Low18°Mild
NovemberClear8 rainy daysHigh19°Low14°Cool
DecemberClear8 rainy daysHigh17°Low12°Mild

Average daily high and low in Cádiz, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Festivals: Feb Carnival of Cádiz · Mar Carnival of Cádiz

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Sun23°19°69%Sunday: Rain. High 23°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 69%.

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What's on in Cádiz

Concerts, festivals and big events in and around the city

Events calendar

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Every year

Feb–MarCarnival of CádizCádiz

Day trips by train

Before you go to Cádiz

Seville to Cádiz by trainA relaxed ride with coast viewsRead the guide

Torre Tavira and cathedralTimed entry for the old town sightsBook timed entry

eSIM for the Andalusian coastData on trains and ferriesRead the guide

Cover for Atlantic weatherDelays and trip changesRead the guide

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Rules for Cádiz, checked

Spain is in the Schengen Area. Check entry rules on the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs site (exteriores.gob.es) before you fly.Source
Non-EU travelers may be registered at the border under the EU Entry/Exit System. Check the European Commission's travel information pages for current rules.
Carry your passport or national ID at all times. Police may ask to see it in the street, including in the old town.

Plan around Cádiz

All of Spain

Entry rules, trains and regions across the country

Read the guide El Puerto de Santa María

Ferry day trip for seafood and sherry

Read the guide Jerez de la Frontera

Sherry bodegas and horse shows

Read the guide Vejer de la Frontera

White hill town to the south

Read the guide EES at the border

What first-time arrivals in Spain go through

Read the guide

Cádiz FAQ

Is Cádiz worth visiting?

Yes. The compact old town, seawalls, beaches and seafood make it one of the easiest cities to enjoy in southern Spain.

How many days do you need in Cádiz?

One full day covers the old town and La Caleta. Two days lets you add a bay ferry or a sherry day.

Can you visit Cádiz as a day trip from Seville?

Yes, by train in under two hours each way. Stay a night if you want an evening on the seawall and a slower morning.

Is Cádiz good for beaches?

Yes. La Caleta is the city beach, and longer sand beaches lie along the Atlantic side. Swimming is best from June to September.

When is Cádiz Carnival?

In February, with dates that vary. It is one of the biggest in Spain, so book rooms months ahead or choose a quieter month.