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The city of 130,000 has a singular history that took root in 1100 BC as a colony of Pheonicia. As the doyen of the Most Ancient European Towns Network then, Cadiz has ample reason to brag and exude a modicum of civic pride. A sprawl of impressive landmarks dot a small cityscape resonant with architectural diversity, from the Plaza de Mina to Catedral de Cádiz, Gran Teatro Falla to the unusual Pylons of Cadiz.

Come for the city Carnival and Cadiz unfurls a different side altogether. The annual springtime bash is a riot of revelry held in universal reverence in the country and, indeed, all over the continent as well. Carnival is the exuberant exclamation point of a cultural heritage very much on display throughout the rest of the year in what is a bona fide gem of southwest Spain.

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The Cadiz Carnival is a phenomenal event with a worldwide reputation. The foremost fiesta takes place over two weeks every Lent.

Easter, predictably, is a major holiday in the city.

Consult the monthly programme of the Gran Teatro for a list of musical events.

Cadiz has a desirable peninsula coastline. For a memorable beach experience, discover Playa de la Caleta, Playa de la Victoria and Playa de Santa Maria del Mar, to name just a few.

When To Go

Carnival is the best time to visit Cadiz, so target Ash Wednesday as a date if the holiday schedule permits.

The city enjoys a mild climate on the whole, with very hot summers and winters that seldom see temperatures below 50°F (10°C). With 300 plus days of sunshine and minimal rain, even in January and December, the weather is most desirable in southwest Spain.

The busy tourist season from May to October is hot enough for beach time, with temperatures between 64°F (18°C) and 91°F (33°C) in July and August.

Getting Around

Jerez Airport is the primary gateway to Cadiz for those who choose to fly in, with service to and from the likes of Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Frankfurt, London and Paris.

Seville is also a popular platform to the city, most notably by rail. Of course, a solid highway network links Cadiz with Seville, Malaga, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and even Lisbon.

Cadiz is not a big city area-wise and is amenable to pedestrians. A small public bus network helps, however.

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Cadiz & Province official guide