Santa Clara 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.
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.
Tower of Bujaco
Explore one of Cáceres’ 12th-century Moorish fortifications and check out the building’s interpretive visitor center and magnificent rooftop views.
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.
Visual Arts Centre Helga de Alvear Foundation
Enjoy an outing to Visual Arts Centre Helga de Alvear Foundation during your stay in Cáceres. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
Things to do
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Top hotels in Santa Clara
Casa Pizarro Hotel
Amazing location, friendly staff, huge beautiful room at a great price. In the old town, easy walking distance to all the sites, yet on a quiet street. Couldn’t have been happier with our stay!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Casa Pizarro Hotel
!En el Corazón de Cáceres! Un Apartamento Ideal Para Parejas o Familias
AT Las Palmeras de Santa Clara 1 Bedroom
"Macarena Suites B" Studio with parking and terrace in Centro Histórico
Barceló Cáceres V Centenario
Check in went smoothly, got to our room to discover we did not get our upgrade, the gentleman later was nice and gave us the upgrade, we wanted the upgrade as that's where the coffee was, however, if you want more then the two capsules they give you, they charge you! The room was fine, bar was nice, ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Clara
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 Sol.
Caceres Old Town
Unique features of Caceres Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Casa del Sol or Golfines de Abajo Palace 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.
Plaza Mayor
Unique features of Plaza Mayor include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Plaza Mayor or Tower of Bujaco while you're exploring the area.
El Rodeo
While El Rodeo isn't home to many top sights, Ciudad Deportivo Junta de Extremadura and Cáceres Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santiago
Travellers enjoy Santiago for its monuments and historical sites. Consider checking out Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma while you're in the area.