Plaza Mayor Travel Guide
Cáceres
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Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Wander around this spacious square in Cáceres’ historic center to take in a panorama of 15th-century streetscapes and the bustle of daily life.
Tower of Bujaco
Explore one of Cáceres’ 12th-century Moorish fortifications and check out the building’s interpretive visitor center and magnificent rooftop views.
Santa Maria Cathedral
See the golden tones of this remarkable Gothic cathedral’s timeworn stonework and explore the interiors to find ancient sepulchers and Romanesque relics.
Torre De Las Ciguena
Named after the storks that nested in its high battlements, this medieval tower was part of the ancient Almohad Fortress and now presents sweeping views of the town.
Golfines de Abajo Palace
Spanning two centuries and a suite of different decorative styles, the façade of this stately Renaissance mansion in Cáceres is one of the city’s architectural gems.
Star Archway
Find out about the history of Cáceres when you spend time at Star Archway. Make time to visit the monuments and spas while you're in the area.
Things to do
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
10-Day Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid
Top hotels in Plaza Mayor
Hotel la Boheme
"We absolutely loved Hotel la Boheme - its Moorish decor and architectural styling made it so unique. Fab balcony view of the vibrantly busy main square, and we loved the shower, which felt very vintage and exotic. Very quaint and we felt very much at home - you can imagine this would be the place ..."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Soho Boutique Casa Don Fernando
"Perfect location. Excellent breakfast. Will definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
APARTAMENTOS SOHO BOUTIQUE PLAZA MAYOR
"Close to everything. Great service"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
El Patio Plaza Mayor Cáceres
"Location excellent 👌! Decor and air conditioning amazing."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025
Iberia Plaza Mayor
"This is a terrific hotel! It's just a few feet from the Plaza Mayor (which is convenient but if you have a room facing the Plaza it will be very noisy at night). The rooms are spacious and very clean. The cost is reasonable and in my opinion one of the best value for Euro we experienced during our ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2014
Baluart Apartments
"Great place and great staff. We arrived late but the staff rang us and gave us the entry code and where to park. Even the parking guy had a map for the short walk back to the apartment. The apartment was quiet clean and comfy. Walk walk out the door and you are in the middle of everything you can’t ..."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2019
Other neighbourhoods around Plaza Mayor
Caceres Old Town
Unique features of Caceres Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Casa del Sol or Casa del Aguila while you're exploring the area.
San Juan
San Juan is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Juan Church and Gran Teatro de Cáceres.
Santiago
Travellers enjoy Santiago for its monuments and historical sites. Consider checking out Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma while you're in the area.
Margallo
Margallo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Piscina Universitaria and Plaza Mayor while you're in town.
Santa Clara
Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Santa Clara. You might consider stopping by Visual Arts Centre Helga de Alvear Foundation while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Distrito Centro-Casco-Antiguo
Distrito Centro-Casco-Antiguo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Torre De Las Ciguena and Casa del Aguila.
