Mérida
Many of the Visigothic objects unearthed in Mérida are exhibited in this archaeological museum, set inside a 16th-century church-convent just off the…
Must-see attractions in Extremadura
Iglesia de Santa María del Castillo
Extremadura
Built on the site of a 13th-century predecessor, this triple-naved, 16th- to 17th-century Renaissance church displays typical blue-and-white tiling and…
Cáceres
From the Plaza de San Jorge, head up Calle Cuesta de la Compañía to the Plaza de San Mateo, the highest point of the Ciudad Monumental. Generally quieter…
Extremadura
Within the 14th-century Castillo de Olivenza lies an informative 27-room ethnographic museum, detailing local customs in Spanish, English and Portuguese…
Cáceres
Crowning the highest spot of the Ciudad Monumental (458m) and built on the site of the town's mosque, the Iglesia de San Mateo was traditionally the…
Extremadura
This (much reworked) 13th-century church is attached to Fregenal de la Sierra's castle. It's mainly intriguing for its 18th-century baroque altarpieces,…
Badajoz
Within the Alcazaba grounds, a restored Renaissance palace houses the Museo Arqueológico Provincial, crammed with Extremaduran artefacts from prehistoric…
Palacio de Juan Pizarro de Orellana
Extremadura
A grand, arched Renaissance entrance leads to a cloistered patio flanked by the coats of arms of the Orellanas and the Pizarros inside this splendid…
Extremadura
Once part of the defensive walls guarding the fortress, this 15th-century tower later became a fortified aristocratic dwelling. Inside, you'll find an…
Extremadura
Once the town prison, this 17th-century building houses Coria's tiny two-storey archaeological museum, with artefacts dating from prehistoric to medieval…
Extremadura
Set in distinctive conical-roofed buildings 200m north of the river, this museum offers great views and an eclectic collection of classic 20th-century…
Badajoz
Guarding Badajoz' grand Alcazaba is the Torre de Espantaperros (Scare-Dogs Tower), symbol of the city, constructed by the Moors and topped by a 16th…
Centro de Interpretación de La Miel y La Abeja
Extremadura
This small museum and interpretation centre takes you into the wonderful world of Las Hurdes' honey and local beekeeping traditions. It's a fascinating…
Castillo de Jerez de los Caballeros
Extremadura
Jerez' 13th-century castle was built by the Templars, who refused to lay down arms when the order was suppressed, and came to a sticky end. You can wander…
Extremadura
One of numerous exquisite churches sprinkled around Jerez de los Caballeros, the 15th-century Iglesia de San Miguel dominates the main plaza. Its…
Mérida
Outside the main gate to the Roman theatre, the Casa del Anfiteatro, a 3rd-century mansion, has some reasonable floor mosaics but was closed for…
Mérida
This garden-fringed Roman funeral site contains two well-preserved 4th-century crypts and is decently documented (in Spanish) and illustrated. A footpath…
Extremadura
For a partial view of the Puente Romano from above, walk 100m west from the Iglesia de Santa María de Almocóvar down Calle de Carnicería, then continue…
Extremadura
Step into this little museum in a restored townhouse to find out all about the Valle del Jerte's March-to-May cherry mania and cherry-growing history,…
Extremadura
Like most of Trujillo's walls, this gate at the far western end of the upper town dates from Muslim times. It was through the Puerta del Triunfo that…
Centro de Interpretación de la Ciudad Medieval
Extremadura
The best-preserved defensive tower of the old city wall, located at the top of the old town, tells the history of medieval Plasencia through video, models…
Extremadura
This impressive arched, Roman-origin bridge stands about 1km east of Madrigal, just north off the EX203 road and practically in Castilla y León. In warm…
Castillo de Valencia de Alcántara
Extremadura
The ruins of the town's medieval castle, of Moorish origin, watch over the east side of the old quarter. Fine views, gardens and a sturdy hilltop aspect…
Badajoz
Adorned with palms, lavender and orange trees, these gorgeous compact gardens clinging to the southeast end of the Alcazaba are perfect for a stroll while…
Casa-Museo Árabe Yusuf Al-Burch
Cáceres
This restored 12th-century house is worth a peek for its Moorish-style decor, horseshoe arches, flower-filled patio and original aljibe (cistern), all…
Mérida
This excavated Moorish quarter contains the remains of a cemetery, walls, houses dating from Roman to post-Islamic times and the foundations of a 4th…
Extremadura
The most impressive section of Olivenza's original defensive walls is around the 18th-century Puerta del Calvario, on the western side of the old town.
Cáceres
Tucked into the upper half of the old town, the 14th-century Casa Mudéjar still retains its Islamic influence in its striking brickwork and 1st-floor…
Mérida
The restored 1st-century Pórtico del Foro, the municipal forum's portico, is 100m northeast up Calle de Sagasta from the Templo de Diana.
Extremadura
Head up into the old town along Calle de los Ballesteros and you'll pass through the 15th-century Puerta de Santiago.
Extremadura
This 16th-century church is worth a look for its fine altarpieces, featuring works by Francisco de Zurbarán.
Extremadura
Guarding the western entry point to the old town is the Puerta de Jerez, part of Zafra's 15th-century wall.
Cáceres
This restored 15th-century Gothic mansion now functions as a cultural centre, with occasional exhibitions.
Mérida
Only a small section remains of this once-1.5km-long aqueduct, opposite the Roman circus.
Centro de Interpretación de la Semana Santa
Cáceres
A gallery with exhibits on the city's Easter celebrations, atop 18th-century cisterns.
Palacio de los Golfines de Arriba
Cáceres
This 14th- to 15th-century palace is where Franco was declared head of state in 1936.
Mérida
The modern 20th-century Puente Lusitania, a sleek suspension bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava, mirrors Mérida's Roman bridge to the northwest.
