What to do in Extremadura

Activities, attractions and tours

A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.
Ancient ruins with columns and arches.
A garden with flowering plants and ivy-covered walls.
A corridor with red brick walls and classical stone statues.
A building covered in green ivy.

Activities

Skip The Line E Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio

E-Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio Guide

NZ$54
per adult
E-Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio Guide
Plaza Mayor of Trujillo and equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro

OFFICIAL TOUR OF TRUJILLO WITH TICKETS TO MONUMENTS

NZ$25
per adult
OFFICIAL TOUR OF TRUJILLO WITH TICKETS TO MONUMENTS
Cáceres essential

Cáceres essential

NZ$20
per adult
Cáceres essential
Mérida Walking Tour 2h40 and 18 audio reviews

Mérida Walking Tour 2h40 and 18 audio reviews

NZ$12
per traveller
Mérida Walking Tour 2h40 and 18 audio reviews
Merida: Guiding Walking Tour with Theater and Amphitheatre

Merida: Guiding Walking Tour with Theater and Amphitheatre

NZ$51
per adult
Merida: Guiding Walking Tour with Theater and Amphitheatre
Trujillo: Check out the churches of Santa María la Mayor and San Martin de Tours

Trujillo: Check out the churches of Santa María la Mayor and San Martin de Tours

NZ$16
per adult
Trujillo: Check out the churches of Santa María la Mayor and San Martin de Tours
Merida: City Highlights Walking Tour

Merida: City Highlights Walking Tour

NZ$82
per adult
Merida: City Highlights Walking Tour
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

NZ$27
per adult
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Marvão: bike tours in nature

Marvão: bike tours in nature

NZ$73
per adult
Marvão: bike tours in nature
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1. Roman Theatre

When Mérida’s first citizens wanted to be entertained, one of the places they headed was the Roman Theatre. The venue was inaugurated around 15 B.C. and could accommodate up to 6,000 spectators. Allow at least half an hour for a self-guided tour of the well-preserved site. For many centuries, it lay buried underground, until excavations started in 1910.
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An ancient amphitheater with stone steps and columns.

2. Puente Romano

More than 2,000 years after its construction, the Puente Romano is still in use. Cross the Guadiana River on this ancient bridge. This was one of the first Roman structures to be built in Mérida and it is one of the longest Roman bridges surviving in the modern world.
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A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.

3. Plaza de Espana

The Plaza de España has been a central feature of life in Mérida since medieval times. Over the years, it has hosted bullfights, festivals, markets, games, processions and executions. Today, come to the pretty square for a stroll and some relaxation as you watch passersby enjoying sunny days.
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A historic fountain with lions, palm trees, and classic architecture in a public square.

4. Plaza Mayor

The Plaza Mayor square in Cáceres is one of the town’s major historical landmarks. Stroll down its length and be rewarded with a gorgeous showcase of heritage architecture. You’ll see pretty whitewashed façades that rise up from street-level arcades of weathered stone. Check out atmospheric restaurants adorned with white awnings and sunny terraces or people-watch as you sit on the steps of a 15th-century tower.
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A plaza with outdoor seating and a white building with balconies.

5. Temple of Diana

The Temple of Diana was a sacred place of worship dedicated to the Roman imperial cult, which regarded emperors and some members of their families as gods. The granite structure was built in the 1st century and would have been part of the forum, where the city’s most important buildings were located. Look up in awe at this ancient structure.
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Ancient Greek ruins with columns and a partially intact building.

What to do in Extremadura

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An ancient amphitheater with stone steps and columns.

Roman Theatre

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Explore the well-preserved remains of this 2,000-year-old theater that serves its original function as a performance venue as it has for scores of generations.
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A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.

Merida Old Town

Historical sites, theatres and museums are some highlights of Merida Old Town. Make a stop by Roman Theatre or Temple of Diana while you're exploring.

A historic stone building with a tower, a courtyard, and people walking around.

Caceres Old Town

Unique features of Caceres Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Casa del Sol or Golfines de Abajo Palace while you're exploring the area.

Argentina

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Argentina and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan Church and Torre De Las Ciguena.

A historic stone archway with two towers, palm trees, and a clear sky.

Badajoz Old Town

You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Badajoz Old Town. You might want to make time for a stop at Plaza de Espana or Badajoz Cathedral.

Zafra Old Town

Unique features of Zafra Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Zafra Castle or Plaza Grande while you're exploring the area.

 

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Day trip destinations from Extremadura

A historic stone wall with a view of a valley and a small building with a red roof.

Marvao

A city nestled in a valley with mountains in the background and a clear sky.

Bejar

A historic cathedral with a red roof and white walls, surrounded by colorful buildings and a bridge.

Plasencia

A historic stone tower with crenellations and two small windows.

Castelo de Vide

A historic stone building with a round tower and a square tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Jarandilla de la Vera

A cityscape with terracotta-tiled rooftops, a prominent church tower, and a mix of historical and modern architecture.

Llerena

A historic plaza with cobblestone pavement, white buildings with arches, and a clear blue sky.

Garrovillas de Alconetar