Jerez: Historic Center Guided Tour
ID: GYG42081-53559
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Country: Spain
Country: Spain
Duration: 02:00 hours
Description
Explore the historic center of Jerez de la Frontera, renowned as Spain’s center of sherry production and boasting a rich history that runs through the Phoenicians, Romans, Moors, and more. See the Neoclassical Cathedral and other iconic sights.
Enjoy a guided tour of Jerez de la Frontera, the most important city in the Cadiz province, home to Spain's legendary sherry production, and notable for its historical and artistic heritage.
Meet your guide in the Plaza del Arenal and set off to explore the neighborhood of San Miguel, with its stunning Gothic church and typical architecture. Discover a rich mix of Islamic and Christian monuments surrounding the Alcázar, and admire the Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical façades of the cathedral.
Learn about the mysterious Tartessians, attributed as the first settlers of the area. Journey through the times of the Phoenicians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors, and learn how each left a deep cultural impression on Jerez.
Marvel at the decorative squares and palaces, including the site of the old Town Hall, and go to the Church of San Dionisio, the only Mudejar church in town.
Enjoy a guided tour of Jerez de la Frontera, the most important city in the Cadiz province, home to Spain's legendary sherry production, and notable for its historical and artistic heritage.
Meet your guide in the Plaza del Arenal and set off to explore the neighborhood of San Miguel, with its stunning Gothic church and typical architecture. Discover a rich mix of Islamic and Christian monuments surrounding the Alcázar, and admire the Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical façades of the cathedral.
Learn about the mysterious Tartessians, attributed as the first settlers of the area. Journey through the times of the Phoenicians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors, and learn how each left a deep cultural impression on Jerez.
Marvel at the decorative squares and palaces, including the site of the old Town Hall, and go to the Church of San Dionisio, the only Mudejar church in town.
Highlights
- Explore the Muslim and Christian neighborhoods of Jerez
- Learn the rich history of Jerez, from the Tartessians onwards
- Admire the emblematic architecture of the Mudejar Church of San Dionisio
- See the defensive wall of the Alcázar
- Marvel at the Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical façades of the cathedral
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water
• Minimum reservation 2 adults
• The tour requires a minimum of 2 adults
• A booking of 1 adult and 1 child is not allowed
• It is possible that some visits may be conducted simultaneously in 2 languages (of English, Spanish and French)
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Plaza del Arenal (in front of the equestrian monument), 11403 Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz, España
• Minimum reservation 2 adults
• The tour requires a minimum of 2 adults
• A booking of 1 adult and 1 child is not allowed
• It is possible that some visits may be conducted simultaneously in 2 languages (of English, Spanish and French)
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Plaza del Arenal (in front of the equestrian monument), 11403 Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz, España
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.