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Things to see in Almería (Spain): 65 places and when to go
Almería is a city in Spain with around 179,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 65 places in and around it, mainly History (17), Nature (15), Hiking (10). The best known are Almería Cathedral, Museum of Almería and Playa de Mónsul. 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 31 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 29. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Spain · 36.8303, -2.43
- Population
- About 179,000
- Places
- 65 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (17) · Nature (15) · Hiking (10) · Beaches (8) · Temples (6) · Mountains (6)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- AGP Málaga, 185 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Piorno, at 1,444 m.
What to see in Almería
The places in and around Almería, 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.
- Almería CathedralRoman Catholic cathedral in the city of Almería, Andalusia3.4 km
- Museum of AlmeríaCultural property in Almería, Spain2.5 km
- Playa de MónsulBeach in Almería province, Spain28 km
- Cargadero de mineral El AlquifeCultural property in Almería, Spain3.0 km
- Convento de los AgustinosCultural property in Huécija, Spain22 km
- Cabo de Gata LighthouseLighthouse in Almería, Spain24 km
- Los AlbaricoquesHistory28 km
- Castillo de San TelmoLighthouse in Spain5.5 km
- Centro Andaluz de la FotografíaPhotography institution based in Almeria3.4 km
- Playa de los GenovesesBeach in Spain29 km
- Torre TorregarcíaCultural property in Almería, Spain12 km
- Roquetas de Mar LighthouseLighthouse in Almería, Spain18 km
- Iglesia de San BenitoChurch building in Vícar, Spain19 km
- Hoyazo de NíjarExtinct volcano in Spain27 km
- Punta Entinas-SabinarProtected site in Spain28 km
- PiornoMountain in Spain22 km
- Torre de CerrillosCultural property in Roquetas de Mar, Spain25 km
- Torre PerdigalCultural property in Almería, Spain5.5 km
- La Ribera de AlgaidaCultural property in Roquetas de Mar, Spain15 km
- Acueductos de la rambla de CarcauzSistema located in Vícar, Spain24 km
- Aljibes árabes de JairánHistory3.3 km
- Antigua sede del Observatorio Geofísico de AlmeríaObservatory3.6 km
- Cueva de la CampsaCave in Spain4.8 km
- Ermita de Torre GarcíaChapel12 km
And the other 41, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Fondeadero de San José, Parque del Boticario, Morrón de los Genoveses, Peñón de Bernal, Peñón de la Reina, Cerro Cuerno Toro, Cueva del Gato, Manantial del Tartell, Mirador Cota 100, Mirador de Turillas, Peñón de Turrillas
- History: Balsas de Torregarcía, Iglesia de las Salinas, Salinas del Cabo de Gata, Torre de San Miguel, Alcazaba de Almería, Mina de Talco-Rambla de Belén
- Temples: Iglesia de la Anunciación
- Beaches: Las Amoladeras, Nueva Almería, San Miguel de Cabo de Gata, Playa del Charco, El Perdigal, Playa Serena
- Hiking: Alicún - Gatuna, Cordel de la Solana, Enix-Almería, Huécija - Ermita de la Santa Cruz, La Peseta - Camino de Enix, Los Barranquillos, Santa Cruz - Loma de los Beltranes, Turrillas - Las Cucas, Turrillas - Loma del Perro, Vereda de Alcozayar
- With kids: Aquarium Costa de Almería, Castor Park, Mario Park
- Food and drink: Cervezas El Cabo, Mercado de Los Ángeles
- Museums and art: Museo Memoria del Agua
- Diving: SS Arna
When to go to Almería
The best time to visit Almería 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.
- JanPossible9:44
- FebPossible10:39
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:57
- MayBest time13:58
- JunBest time14:31
- JulPossible14:17
- AugPossible13:25
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:02
- NovPossible9:59
- DecPossible9:29
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 29. In June, 64 of the 65 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 Almería
The nearest main airport is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP, Málaga), 185 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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Other towns nearby
- Tabernas24 places23 km
- Adra10 places54 km
- Laroles37 places55 km
- Vera Playa19 places70 km
- Baza12 places80 km
- Los Baños25 places87 km
And all of Spain, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Almería?
The best known: Almería Cathedral, Museum of Almería, Playa de Mónsul, Cargadero de mineral El Alquife, Convento de los Agustinos. In all, 65 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Almería?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 29.
How do you get to Almería?
The nearest main airport is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), 185 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Almería as the destination and these 65 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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