Rudy’s guidebook El Puerto de Santa Maria
Sightseeing
Historical Church original from XV century showing different architectonic styles. It hosts interesting altarpieces and art elements.
48 locals recommend
Priory Church, El Puerto de Santa María
s/n Pl. de EspañaHistorical Church original from XV century showing different architectonic styles. It hosts interesting altarpieces and art elements.
From XVIII century, the castle of San Marcos is an icon in the history of this city. Very well preserved, we totally recommend the guided tour. There are different schedule in Spanish and English according to the season. Can check in their website or tourist office. Bodega Caballero runs the tours and offers a wine testing at the end of the activity. Totally recommended!
https://castillo-de-san-marcos.negocio.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral
91 locals recommend
Castillo de San Marcos
3 Pl. Alfonso X el SabioFrom XVIII century, the castle of San Marcos is an icon in the history of this city. Very well preserved, we totally recommend the guided tour. There are different schedule in Spanish and English according to the season. Can check in their website or tourist office. Bodega Caballero runs the tours and offers a wine testing at the end of the activity. Totally recommended!
https://castillo-de-san-marcos.negocio.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral
Original from XIX century, it is considered one of the most beautiful Plazas de Toros in Spain.
You can walk around to enjoy the views of this unique building. Sometimes there are guided tours to visit the inside, as well as flamenco shows in the bar anexe to the building. Confirm availability at the tourist office located in front of Castillo San Marcos.
Bullfights are happening only during specific season, can get information in the tourist office.
24 locals recommend
Real Plaza de Toros
s/n Pl. de Elías AhujaOriginal from XIX century, it is considered one of the most beautiful Plazas de Toros in Spain.
You can walk around to enjoy the views of this unique building. Sometimes there are guided tours to visit the inside, as well as flamenco shows in the bar anexe to the building. Confirm availability at the tourist office located in front of Castillo San Marcos.
Bullfights are happening only during specific season, can get information in the tourist office.
Since 1772,l this Bodega de Mora has held the biggest collection of wine in the sherry region. During this guided tour you will discover first hand the processes behind the system of criaderas and soleras, the production of brandies and the story of the bull, in a visit to the Toro Gallery, an exhibition about the history and the figure of the Toro de Osborne.
There are different price per person according to the add ons you include in the final wine testing. Available in Spanish, English and German.
Next door their restaurant offers good quality wines and local style food with a modern twist.
46 locals recommend
Bodegas Osborne
7 C. los MorosSince 1772,l this Bodega de Mora has held the biggest collection of wine in the sherry region. During this guided tour you will discover first hand the processes behind the system of criaderas and soleras, the production of brandies and the story of the bull, in a visit to the Toro Gallery, an exhibition about the history and the figure of the Toro de Osborne.
There are different price per person according to the add ons you include in the final wine testing. Available in Spanish, English and German.
Next door their restaurant offers good quality wines and local style food with a modern twist.
One of the many palaces in El Puerto Santa Maria, it is a small hotel but it can be also visited.
Casa Palacio De Los Leones
2 C. PlacillaOne of the many palaces in El Puerto Santa Maria, it is a small hotel but it can be also visited.
La Puntilla is walking distance from the flat if you would like to take a walk. Around twenty minutes along the river through the promenade or crossing through the old town. It is a pleasant walk. Also beautiful the pine tree area behind the beach for a walk under the trees' shelter or for a picnic.
30 locals recommend
Playa De La Puntilla
Paseo Marítimo de la PuntillaLa Puntilla is walking distance from the flat if you would like to take a walk. Around twenty minutes along the river through the promenade or crossing through the old town. It is a pleasant walk. Also beautiful the pine tree area behind the beach for a walk under the trees' shelter or for a picnic.
Food scene
One of our favorite spots for tapas and dinner. Ask for Garbanzos with Langostinos (chickpeas with prawns). Salmorejo also very good!
24 locals recommend
La Bodeguilla del Bar Jamón
5 C. MisericordiaOne of our favorite spots for tapas and dinner. Ask for Garbanzos with Langostinos (chickpeas with prawns). Salmorejo also very good!
Very good quality seafood already cooked to perfect salt touch. Can eat at their restaurants or take away to the flat. Also have in front a fried fish shop where can be taken away as well all kinds of traditional fish.
47 locals recommend
Restaurante Romerijo (El Puerto de Santa María | Guachi)
1 C. Ribera del MariscoVery good quality seafood already cooked to perfect salt touch. Can eat at their restaurants or take away to the flat. Also have in front a fried fish shop where can be taken away as well all kinds of traditional fish.
Typical local bar for breakfast near the market. Total local atmosphere few steps away from the house.
12 locals recommend
Bar Vicente
4 C. AbastosTypical local bar for breakfast near the market. Total local atmosphere few steps away from the house.
Super fresh local products, high quality for reasonable prices. They have an excellent selection of local produce cooked in traditional way. Local atmosphere, no on regular tourists itinerary.
El Chirri
5 C. AriónSuper fresh local products, high quality for reasonable prices. They have an excellent selection of local produce cooked in traditional way. Local atmosphere, no on regular tourists itinerary.
Local inspiration with a modern twist. They have some original and different proposals for local produce, reasonable prices.
7 locals recommend
La Micaela Tapas-Bar
26 Av. Micaela Aramburu de MoraLocal inspiration with a modern twist. They have some original and different proposals for local produce, reasonable prices.
Michelin star restaurant for those looking for a special place for a special day. Their menu is based on intense sea flavors. You need to make booking long time in advance. High price but worth the try.
45 locals recommend
Aponiente
s/n C. Francisco Cossi OchoaMichelin star restaurant for those looking for a special place for a special day. Their menu is based on intense sea flavors. You need to make booking long time in advance. High price but worth the try.
Great place for breakfast with some original choices. Also cool atmosphere for cake and coffee, they make their own cakes super yummy. Beautiful location behind the castle. Check their agenda for small music or cultural events.
13 locals recommend
La Chicha Yeyé
1 C. CañasGreat place for breakfast with some original choices. Also cool atmosphere for cake and coffee, they make their own cakes super yummy. Beautiful location behind the castle. Check their agenda for small music or cultural events.
night life
River view bar great for a drink after sunset time, open until late. Good location in the center, music and cool atmosphere.
31 locals recommend
La Cristalera
s/n Pl. de las Galeras RealesRiver view bar great for a drink after sunset time, open until late. Good location in the center, music and cool atmosphere.