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Things to see in Algeciras (Spain): 70 places and when to go
Algeciras is a city in Spain with around 111,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 70 places in and around it, mainly Nature (31), History (19), Wildlife (7). The best known are Rock of Gibraltar, Gorham's Cave and Ibrahim-al-Ibrahim Mosque. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Spain · 36.1267, -5.4665
- Population
- About 111,000
- Places
- 70 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (31) · History (19) · Wildlife (7) · Beaches (6) · Food and drink (5) · With kids (4)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- AGP Málaga, 106 km as the crow flies
What to see in Algeciras
The places in and around Algeciras, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Rock of GibraltarMonolithic limestone promontory located in the British overseas territory of Gibraltar11 km
- Gorham's CaveNatural sea cave in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar; one of the last known habitations of the Neanderthals in Europe11 km
- Ibrahim-al-Ibrahim MosqueMosque in United Kingdom11 km
- Bay of GibraltarThe area of sea to the West of the Gibraltar Strait6.3 km
- Moorish CastleMedieval fortification in Gibraltar11 km
- St. Michael's CaveCave in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar11 km
- Cathedral of St. Mary the CrownedRoman Catholic cathedral in Gibraltar10 km
- Baelo ClaudiaCultural property in Tarifa, Spain28 km
- El Estrecho Natural ParkProtected area in Andalusia, Spain16 km
- CarteiaAncient city and archaeological site at San Roque, Spain8.3 km
- Castle of TarifaCultural property in Tarifa, Spain18 km
- Vanguard CaveCave in Gibraltar11 km
- Ibex CaveCave in Gibraltar11 km
- Sandy Bay, GibraltarBay in Gibraltar11 km
- Martin's CaveCave in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar11 km
- Playa de Los LancesBeach in Tarifa, Spain18 km
- Playa de Santa BárbaraBeach in La Línea de la Concepción, Province of Cádiz, Spain12 km
- Punta Carnero LighthouseLighthouse in Algeciras, Province of Cádiz, Spain6.6 km
- Gibraltar Nature ReserveProtected area in Gibraltar11 km
- Princess Anne's BatteryArtillery battery in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar11 km
- Gibraltar Cross of SacrificeWar memorial in Gibraltar11 km
- Cueva del MoroCave in Tarifa, Spain30 km
- Duna de BoloniaNature29 km
- Marinid Walls of AlgecirasCultural property in Algeciras, Spain1.9 km
And the other 46, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Parque de las Acacias de Algeciras, Parque María Cristina, Bennett's Cave, Cave S, Coptic Cave, Devil's Fall Cave, Beefsteak Cave, Fig Tree Cave, Hyaena Cave, Levant Cave, Rosia Bay, Devil's Tower Cave, Camp Bay, Gibraltar, Mirador Poeta Domingo de Mena, Estación Ambiental Madrevieja, P.N. Los Alcornocales, Paraje Natural Río Palmones
- History: Princess Caroline's Battery, Puerta de Jerez, Devil's Gap Battery, Harding's Battery, Governor's Lookout Battery, Breakneck Battery, Hayne's Cave Battery, Levant Battery, Lord Airey's Battery, O'Hara's Battery, Tovey Battery
- With kids: Alameda Wildlife Conservation Park, Mega Ozone, Parque Acuático Bahía Park, Castellar Zoo
- Beaches: Bolonia Beach, Gibraltar Artificial Reef, Playa Chica, Tarifa, Playa de Palmones
- Museums and art: Municipal Museum of Algeciras
- Food and drink: Bodega Joaquín Ansio, Cervezas DosMares, Gambrinus, Mexcalito, Spirit of the Rock
- Hiking: GR92 Sendero Europeo Arco Mediteraneo - Cadiz, Sendero Europeo Arco Atlantico - Etapa 1, Sendero Europeo Arco Mediteraneo - Etapa 1, Sendero Europeo Arco Mediteraneo - Etapa 2
When to go to Algeciras
The best time to visit Algeciras is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:48
- FebPossible10:41
- MarPossible11:44
- AprBest time12:56
- MayBest time13:55
- JunBest time14:27
- JulPossible14:14
- AugPossible13:22
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:03
- NovPossible10:03
- DecPossible9:33
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. In June, 70 of the 70 places are at their best.
When to go to Spain in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Algeciras
The nearest main airport is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP, Málaga), 106 km as the crow flies. How to get around Spain (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Spain, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Algeciras?
The best known: Rock of Gibraltar, Gorham's Cave, Ibrahim-al-Ibrahim Mosque, Bay of Gibraltar, Moorish Castle. In all, 70 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Algeciras?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33.
How do you get to Algeciras?
The nearest main airport is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), 106 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Algeciras as the destination and these 70 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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