The Plaza Grande and the adjoining Plaza Chica are both beautifully arcaded and ideal for soaking up Zafra life. The southwestern end of Plaza Grande, with its palm trees and centuries-old homes, is one of Extremadura's prettiest.
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Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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Occupying pride of place at the southern end of Monesterio, the excellent Museo del Jamón is arguably the best of its kind in Spain. Displays, interactive…
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19.21 MILES
One of the stars of Extremadura's Ribera del Guadiana wine-producing region, Palacio Quemado produces excellent reds and runs guided tours (including one…
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10.14 MILES
Built from a preexisting Moorish fort by the powerful local Feria house, Feria's impeccably revamped 15th-century castle enjoys spectacular panoramas in…
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Off Zafra's main shopping street, this imposing 15th-century Mudéjar convent is a working convent with cloistered nuns. Visitors can, however, explore the…
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Extremadura's only wine DO (Denominación de Origen) is Ribera del Guadiana. Just east of town, you can tour and taste on 45- to 90-minute visits at one of…
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21.69 MILES
Blessed with fine panoramas from its elevated walls, Fregenal de la Sierra's 13th-century castle houses a grand 18th-century bullring. Enter through the…
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Connected to Plaza Grande via a short walk under the arches, Plaza Chica is surrounded by terrazas (open-air cafes).
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Centro de Interpretación General de la Vía de la Plata
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During your time in Extremadura you'll inevitably stumble across the famous Vía de la Plata, a Roman-era trading route and pilgrimage path stretching from…
Nearby Extremadura attractions
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Connected to Plaza Grande via a short walk under the arches, Plaza Chica is surrounded by terrazas (open-air cafes).
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This 16th-century church is worth a look for its fine altarpieces, featuring works by Francisco de Zurbarán.
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Guarding the western entry point to the old town is the Puerta de Jerez, part of Zafra's 15th-century wall.
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Off Zafra's main shopping street, this imposing 15th-century Mudéjar convent is a working convent with cloistered nuns. Visitors can, however, explore the…
2.36 MILES
Extremadura's only wine DO (Denominación de Origen) is Ribera del Guadiana. Just east of town, you can tour and taste on 45- to 90-minute visits at one of…
10.14 MILES
Built from a preexisting Moorish fort by the powerful local Feria house, Feria's impeccably revamped 15th-century castle enjoys spectacular panoramas in…
19.21 MILES
One of the stars of Extremadura's Ribera del Guadiana wine-producing region, Palacio Quemado produces excellent reds and runs guided tours (including one…
8. Castillo de Jerez de los Caballeros
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Jerez' 13th-century castle was built by the Templars, who refused to lay down arms when the order was suppressed, and came to a sticky end. You can wander…