Caceres Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Caceres Old Town
Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor
Wander around this spacious square in Cáceres’ historic center to take in a panorama of 15th-century streetscapes and the bustle of daily life.

Torre De Las Ciguena
Named after the storks that nested in its high battlements, this medieval tower was part of the ancient Almohad Fortress and now presents sweeping views of the town.

Golfines de Abajo Palace
Spanning two centuries and a suite of different decorative styles, the façade of this stately Renaissance mansion in Cáceres is one of the city’s architectural gems.

Santa Maria Cathedral
See the golden tones of this remarkable Gothic cathedral’s timeworn stonework and explore the interiors to find ancient sepulchers and Romanesque relics.

Tower of Bujaco
Explore one of Cáceres’ 12th-century Moorish fortifications and check out the building’s interpretive visitor center and magnificent rooftop views.
Casa del Sol
You can find out about the history of Cáceres with a trip to Casa del Sol. Make time to visit the monuments and spas while you're in the area.
Activities

Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Caceres Old Town Hotel Deals

NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo
"The best hotel in town!! Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026

Palacio De Godoy Caceres, Curio Collection By Hilton
"Nice hotel, much more modern than the pictures suggest - this is not an old renovated building. Issue with an odour from the bathroom sink/shower"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Parador de Cáceres
"Excellent place. Clean all was well"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Hotel Alfonso IX
"Amabilidad del staf."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Dorma Ágora Caceres
"-"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Don Carlos Cáceres
"Very pretty hotel and well maintained. Perfect location with street parking nearby. Hostess at the reception was also very lovely."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Caceres Old Town

San Francisco
Travellers like the museums in San Francisco, and Casa Pedrilla History and Culture Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

San Juan
San Juan is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gran Teatro de Cáceres and San Juan Church.

Plaza Mayor
Unique features of Plaza Mayor include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Plaza Mayor or Star Archway while you're exploring the area.

Distrito Centro-Casco-Antiguo
Distrito Centro-Casco-Antiguo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Torre De Las Ciguena and Casa del Sol.
Distrito Norte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Distrito Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Piscina Universitaria and Ovando Palace.










