Santiago Travel Guide
Cáceres
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma
You can find out about the history of Cáceres with a stop at Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Things to do
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Top hotels in Santiago
Palacio De Godoy Caceres, Curio Collection By Hilton
This property was a great find! It was in a great location, great amenities, decent breakfast, safe and good value for the money,
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
CASA CONDES SANTA OLALLA APARTMENT
Anfitrión muy amable y atento, muy céntrico y todo bien.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Mirador de Santiago
Apartamentos Turísticos Hornillo
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
NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo
Best location in town. You’ll never get lost since hotel steps away from main plaza.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santiago
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.
Margallo
Margallo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Piscina Universitaria and Tower of Bujaco while you're in town.
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.
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 Sol.
