What to see ?
Plaza Mayor
The best starting point for discovering Cáceres. From here begins the walk towards the Monumental City, with its walls, towers and some of the most beautiful corners of the city.
Palace of the Golfines de Arriba
One of the grand palaces of the Old Town, belonging to one of the most powerful families of medieval Cáceres. Its towers and fortress-like appearance recall the defensive character of the city and the history of the noble families who lived within its walls.
Co-cathedral of Santa María
The most important church in the historic city center, built between the 15th and 16th centuries on the remains of earlier temples. Go inside to discover its interior and, if it's open, climb the tower to enjoy one of the best views of Cáceres.
Arco de la Estrella y Adarve
The most emblematic entrance to the Monumental City. Passing through the Arco de la Estrella is like stepping through a door to another era: on the other side begins the labyrinth of streets, palaces and squares of the historic center.
Plaza San Jorge
One of the most beautiful and charming squares in the historic city center, dominated by the Church of San Francisco Javier with its distinctive white towers. It's the perfect place to pause for a moment and appreciate the blend of stone, history, and architecture that makes Cáceres so special.
Esencia de Extremadura
Center · Traditional Extremaduran cuisine
A great option for sampling the flavors of Extremadura in a casual setting. They offer Iberian products, Extremaduran cheeses, tapas, larger portions, and traditional dishes like migas and local meats. It's very close to the Old Town, on Alzapiernas Street, next to the Galarza parking lot.
Las Meninas Pastry Shop and Café
Cánovas · Breakfast, coffee and pastries
A great place to stop for breakfast or an afternoon snack away from the main tourist areas. A pastry shop and café with sweets, cakes, and pastries, very close to the historic center. A simple option for a break during your stroll.
La Puerta de Mérida
Old Town · Traditional Cuisine · Casual Option
A charming spot in the Old Town, perfect if you're looking for a quick and easy meal near your accommodation. Traditional cuisine, Iberian ham, cheeses, meats, and tapas are served in a place with the authentic atmosphere of the historic city. It's one of those convenient options that's well worth considering.
Borona Bistro
Center · Contemporary Extremaduran cuisine
A great option when you're in the mood for something more gourmet. Borona takes traditional Extremaduran cuisine and elevates it to a more creative level, using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. A good choice for a special meal.
Looking for something different?
If you tell us what you'd like, we'd be happy to recommend some other places.
GETTING HERE AND PARKING
Arrival is easier than it seems.
If you're coming by car
You can drive to El Escondite. To access the Old Town, please send us your vehicle plate number in advance so we can inform the local police and authorize your entry.
Once access has been arranged, simply enter the location of El Escondite into your GPS to reach the accommodation area.
🅿️ Where to park 🅿️
Cáceres offers several options for leaving your car, from paid parking lots near the Monumental City to areas where you can find free parking.
Very close by : Obispo Galarza Parking and Don Manuel Parking.
Cánovas area : you will also find several parking options in the surroundings.
For longer stays : El Perú parking can be a cheaper alternative, although it is a bit further away.
Free parking : You can look in the San Francisco area and its surroundings. There are free spaces on Camino Llano, but there are also sections of metered parking (blue zone), which is paid during business hours. Parque del Príncipe area is further but also recommended for long stays.
🗝️ Secrets and legends 🗝️
There is a Cáceres that does not appear in the guidebooks.
The games that were engraved on the wall
If you look closely at some of the stones in the walls, you'll discover small boards engraved in the stone. These are alquerques , ancient Roman games played by drawing lines and moving pieces along them.
In Cáceres, we can still find some hidden within its walls. There's even one very close to El Escondite, next to the Arco de Santa Ana.
A small detail that you would probably overlook if no one pointed it out to you.
La casa del Mono 🐒
In one of the streets of the Old Town, you'll find a house with a small monkey sculpted on its facade. Its presence has given rise to various stories and legends over time.
One version says that the monkey represents a sin or a moral warning; other versions relate it to the history of the family that lived in the house.
Whatever the explanation, it's worth seeking it out and taking the time to observe the details of the facades. In Cáceres, history is often hidden in the stone.
Photo: Zarateman / Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 3.0
The sun that gives a house its name
In the heart of the Monumental City you will find this curious facade, presided over by the Solís coat of arms and the characteristic sun that gives the house its name.
But the interesting thing is to look up and notice the small details: the gargoyles, the coat of arms, the shapes of the stone and the peculiar tower that stands out above the facade.
In Cáceres, it's worth taking your time walking: many stories are hidden in plain sight.
The legend of the Mansaborá
Legend has it that, during the reconquest of Cáceres, a Christian captain fell in love with a Moorish princess. To gain entry to the city, he tricked her into revealing the secret of a passageway that ran through the walls.
The story ended in tragedy and, since then, the legend of the Mansaborá has been part of the stories told within the walls of Cáceres.
Perhaps that's why, when you walk through the Monumental City, some doors and passageways may seem a little more mysterious.
Short breaks, big discoveries
Extremadura is full of places that may not have been in your plans… and that will end up being part of the trip.
Los Barruecos
A landscape that seems otherworldly.
In Malpartida de Cáceres, the enormous granite rocks, the pools and nature create one of the most unique landscapes in Extremadura (Best Natural Monument in Spain 2016).
Here you will also find the Vostell Malpartida Museum , housed in an old 18th-century wool-washing facility, where contemporary art and nature meet in a very special way.
And, for the more curious, a detail you might not have expected: Los Barruecos was a filming location for Game of Thrones during the filming of its seventh season.
An excursion for walking, looking and discovering.
Mérida
A Roman city that is still alive.
Just under an hour from Cáceres, Mérida is worth a visit to stroll among theaters, temples, bridges and the remains of that Augusta Emerita that was the capital of Lusitania.
The Theatre and the Amphitheatre are essential, but it's also worth getting a little more lost: discovering the Temple of Diana, crossing the Roman Bridge or approaching the Aqueduct of Miracles, places that inspired Gladiator film.
And if you're interested in history, the National Museum of Roman Art is the perfect complement to understanding everything you're seeing.
An excursion to travel back many centuries without going too far from Cáceres.
Guadalupe
A small town with a huge history.
Nestled in the heart of the Las Villuercas region, Guadalupe is one of those getaways that surprises visitors with the hidden gems within its streets. The town's centerpiece is the Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe, an impressive blend of history, art, and Gothic-Mudéjar architecture.
It is also worth exploring its cobbled streets, discovering its traditional houses and leaving some time to wander aimlessly around the square.
And if you have time, go inside the monastery: its cloisters, museums and works of art make the visit truly worthwhile.
A getaway to discover one of the most special corners of Extremadura.
Trujillo
The most beautiful square in Spain
If you'd like to visit one of the most beautiful historic towns in Extremadura, Trujillo is well worth the detour. Its Plaza Mayor , dominated by the equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro , is one of those places that makes a lasting impression upon arrival.
But the best thing to do is get lost in the streets that climb up to the medieval village, among palaces, churches and stone corners.
A getaway to stroll at a leisurely pace and let history unfold at every turn.
Elvas - Campo Maior
A getaway to the other side of the border
Just an hour from Cáceres, Elvas is much more than a fortified city. Its frontier history unfolds amidst its walls, forts, whitewashed streets, and the impressive Amoreira Aqueduct, which greets you upon arrival.
But it's also worth taking your time: sit down for a meal, sample the Alentejo cuisine (don't miss the seafood restaurants!), and discover the fascinating blend of cultures that has developed over centuries on both sides of the border. And if you have a sweet tooth, don't leave without trying the sericaia with Elvas plums.
If you have time, you can complete the getaway by visiting Campo Maior , another border town with a castle, fortifications and a history closely linked to Portugal and Spain.