Culture & History Tour

Step into the heart of the Bay of Cadiz to discover the secrets of El Puerto de Santa María with this Culture & History Tour. Explore the old shipping town, now renowned for its wine tradition.

Description

We'll meet at the Alfonso X el Sabio Square at the designated time. From here, we'll start our tour of El Puerto de Santa Maria, a historic trade port linked to the New World.

Our first stop will be at the San Marcos Castle, a fortress that, alongside the Virgin de los Milagros, forms the city's coat of arms. We will examine the architectural styles of this 12th-century castle built on the remains of an ancient Arab mosque. We'll also view the exterior of the Araníbar palace, illustrating why El Puerto de Santa María is known as the city of a hundred palaces.

Next, we'll stroll through the town, visiting notable sites such as the Plaza de España, the exterior of the minor basilica Virgen de los Milagros, and the palace of the Marquesa de Candía.

After our exploration, we'll visit a local bar to learn about the wine-making process and enjoy a glass of wine as a concluding highlight!

El Puerto de Santa María Private Tour

For a more personalized experience, consider the El Puerto de Santa María private tour, which offers an exclusive guide.