Hernán Cortés Travel Guide

Cáceres

Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor

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.

Plaza Mayor
Golfines de Abajo Palace

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.

Golfines de Abajo Palace
Santa Maria Cathedral

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.

Santa Maria Cathedral
Church of San Francisco Javier

Church of San Francisco Javier

After visiting Church of San Francisco Javier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cáceres. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Church of San Francisco Javier
Casa de la Ciguena

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.

Torre De Las Ciguena
Star Archway

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.

Star Archway

Things to do

Cáceres Complete with Tickets

Cáceres Complete with Tickets

฿711
per adult
Cáceres Complete with Tickets
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

฿524
per adult
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Sevilla

3 Day guided tour Caceres and Seville from Madrid

฿19,651
per adult
3 Day guided tour Caceres and Seville from Madrid
Monuments

10-Day Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid

฿60,449
per adult
10-Day Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid
Caceres

5-Day Andalusia and Toledo from Madrid via Caceres

฿27,885
per adult
5-Day Andalusia and Toledo from Madrid via Caceres
Private guided tour of Plasencia

Private guided tour of Plasencia

฿5,989
per adult
Private guided tour of Plasencia
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Top hotels in Hernán Cortés

Barceló Cáceres V Centenario

Barceló Cáceres V Centenario

4 out of 5
Manuel Pacheco, s/n Urbanización Castellanos, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is ฿2,655 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿2,655
฿2,921 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (483 reviews)
"Excellent quality and service. The nicest hotel of our trip hands down."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Barceló Cáceres V Centenario
Gran Hotel Don Manuel

Gran Hotel Don Manuel

4 out of 5
San Justo 15, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is ฿2,784 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,784
฿3,062 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (828 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Walking distance to Plaza Mayor. The on-site restaurant has a great menu and their staff is excellent."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Gran Hotel Don Manuel
NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo

NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo

4 out of 5
Plaza San Juan, 11, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is ฿2,540 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,540
฿2,794 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (621 reviews)
"Beautiful, well maintained hotel with amazing linens, spacious rooms , and helpful staff. The visit to the very close medieval town was well worth at least a half day or more."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo
Palacio De Godoy Caceres, Curio Collection By Hilton

Palacio De Godoy Caceres, Curio Collection By Hilton

5 out of 5
Calle Godoy n1, Cáceres, Cáceres
The price is ฿3,722 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,722
฿4,094 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma and ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"Servicio y atención excepcional"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Palacio De Godoy Caceres, Curio Collection By Hilton
Extremadura Hotel

Extremadura Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida Virgen de Guadalupe, 28, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is ฿2,939 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,939
฿3,234 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (399 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Extremadura Hotel
Hotel AHC Cáceres

Hotel AHC Cáceres

3 out of 5
Avenida De La Universidad, De La 51, Cáceres, Caceres
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (385 reviews)
"The whole hotel was old and worn. Most negative was the mattress was completely worn out so sleeping was difficult."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Hernán Cortés

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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.

San Juan
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Margallo

Margallo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Plaza Mayor and Santa Maria Cathedral while you're in town.

Margallo
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Cánovas

The restaurants and historical sites are just a few features travellers like about Cánovas. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz and Casa del Aguila are a few top places to visit.

Cánovas
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Virgen de Guadalupe

While Virgen de Guadalupe isn't home to many top sights, Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz and Casa del Aguila are some notable places to visit nearby.

Virgen de Guadalupe
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Virgen de la Montaña

While Virgen de la Montaña isn't home to many top sights, Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz and Torre De Las Ciguena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Virgen de la Montaña
Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor

Unique features of Plaza Mayor include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Plaza Mayor or Star Archway while you're exploring the area.

Plaza Mayor

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