Distances shown are from Vejer
· General - Around the province
· Los Caños 12km, Trafalgar Bay 13km & Barbate 13km
· Conil 13km & Zahara 18km
· Chiclana 34km, Tarifa 48km & Arcos de la Frontera 55km
· Cadiz 55km & Jerez 62km
· El Puerto de Santa Maria 86km & Sanlucar 92km & Gibraltar 90km
· Ronda 150km & Seville 180km

Vejer is perfectly sited for visiting many outstanding cultural & historical sites. The ancient seafaring town of Cádiz (Europes 'oldest' city founded by the Phoenecians in 1100BC.) is 47km. away. Ransacked by Francis Drake on more than one occasion the town stands on a narrow peninsular overlooking the Atlantic & the bay of Cádiz. Historic monuments, fine bars for sampling 'tapas', galleries, museums & some of the finest shopping in the south make this a complusory visit. For those who fancy more hedonistic pleasures why not visit Jerez, home to great sherrry 'bodegas' where you can sample fine sherrys in ancient underground cellars. Jerez is also home to the famous Andaluz 'Escuela Ecuestre' the leading dancing horse exhibiton in the world, where shows open to the public take place twice weekly. In nearby Puerto de Santa María fresh catches of prawns, lobsters, sea bream & sardines are hauled up daily to be consumed immediately in the small bars overlooking the quay. East of Vejer a visit to Tarifa is recommended, the ancient gateway between North Africa & Spain. The castle still stands proud overlooking the Straits of Gibraltar while the brightly coloured sails of windsurfers contrast with the dark greens & browns of the hills rising behind the town.

For something totally different we recommend a day trip to the North African port town of Tangiers. From Vejer on a clear night the twinkling lights of the distant town (25km.) are clearly visible. Driving down the coastline towards Tarifa the opposite coastline gets gradually closer narrowing to just 8km. at one point. We take a fast ferry from either Tarifa or Algeciras and spend the day exploring the souk, looking at mosques & visit two fine museums of archaeology & art. Tangiers is of course a superb place to buy arab carpets & other craftsmanship.

Los Caños de Meca & Cape Trafalgar - 12km
This small beach resort is famous not only for its superb scenery, cliffs, sandy bays and sheltered water but also for being a lively nightspot in the summer months. The lighthouse of the historically famous Cape Trafalgar, where Nelson defeated the French fleet with superior seamanship, dominates the horizon. This lighthouse is well worth a visit for the spectacular surrounding beaches but beware of the strong currents on the Cape. The best swimming area is in the Los Caños bays.

Los Caños is also famous for the "Playa de las Cortinas" where fresh water falls from the cliffs above. This beach is well worth a visit but is not suitable for taking young children. Walk east along the Los Caños beach and under the cliffs. You will get there about 20 minutes after you start climbing over the rocks. You can also climb the cliffs and walk to Barbate through the El Pinar Natural Park (see below).

This is also a famous windsurfing area, with excellent wave conditions in the winter for both surfing and waveriding. Beware of sailing beyond the lighthouse as the currents are very powerful. The best spot for launching is at the western end of the "Playa del Estrecho" apartments. Snorkelling and spearfishing are also popular here. The reef just off the Los Caños beach has plenty of fish.

Restaurants
There is a good selection of seafood restaurants along the road in the town
El Pirata is excellent for sunset drinks, tapas and views
Zajorami chiringuito is one of the most picturesque spots on the coast - ask for directions in Zahora (1km west of Los Caños)
In the main part of Los Caños plenty of bars and discos provide evening entertainment, especially in the summer months

Barbate - 13km.
This town has a fishing tradition which dates back to roman times when the area was important for tuna and whale fishing. today the fishermen use the same method for catching fish as they did in the 13th c. the nets are set at about 3kms out to sea and the fish are caught as they swim into the straits looking for warmer water. you can see the fishermen working offshore in may/june.

Sightseeing
Fishing harbour - The catch is auctioned off early in the morning and can usually be visited, there is also a new marina in the harbour.
Food market - In the town (Mercado de Abastos) is one of the most interesting in the area, with dozens of varieties of fresh fish, shellfish and fresh vegetables from the surrounding region
Playa del Carmen - Main beach in the town which has an interesting promenade with lots of shops and restaurants
Playa de la Yerbabuena (which means mint) - On the other side of the harbour and fabulous cliffs full of nesting birds hang over it and there is a path here to the El Pinar Natural Park

Things to do
Nightlife - Mostly on the Rio Viejo on the banks of the river (late)
Walking - Excellent footpaths in the El Pinar Park

Restaurants
The beach cafes - Especially Palmoral at Fontanilla (eat fish on the water's edge)
Rosales - On the road to the Puerto Pesquero
El Castillo, La Gaviota - In Conil
Flamenco Hotel Restaurant - Andalucian night on Thursdays
Tapas - Several bars in the centre and near the main beach




Conil de la Frontera - 13km.
The fishing industry in this town has been important since roman times and continues in importance today. the surrounding countryside is rich with fields of vegetables and orchards of fruit. its location next to the sea surrounded by pinewoods make it a popular tourist area.

Sightseeing
Guzman tower
Parroquia de Santa Catalina (an ancient convent)
Church of Santa Catalina
Various watchtowers

Things to do
Market - Fridays on the beach in front of the main town, it's one of the best in the province

Restaurants
Torres - Seafood - expensive
El Guadir - Varied - expensive
Manis - Seafood on the promenade (queues in summer) - reasonable
Tapas - The little bars between the seafront and the port

Zahara de los Atunes -18km.
Zahara has a long tradition as a fishing village. inside the fortified wall of "El Palacio" was an entire roman whale and tuna fishing industry. There was a prison here in Shakespeare's time where Spain's famous writer, Cervantes of Don Quixote fame, was said to be imprisoned. Certainly he was a spy, and it was rumoured that he and Christopher Marlow met here on the beach. Cervantes' story "La Fregone Ilustre" (The Illustrious Mop") has inspired the name of bars and streets in the village. Hemingway noted the town's infamy, practicing piracy on the ships halted by the "Levante" (the fierce wind from the east) in the Straits of Gibraltar.

There is also "cachondeo", the Spanish word for a joke, named after the river Cachon which flows through the village. The villagers used to stand in the river, which nowadays flows in to the sea only in winter, casting nets and joking.

These days Zahara boasts excellent hotels, lovely bars and cafes traditionally crafted in wood, and has become a small Spanish tourist resort. At the far end of the beach to the south there is a development of new villas in the magnificent countryside of the Sierra de la Plata, an idyllic spot. Walk up to the lighthouse at the furthest point of the road and admire the views extending from Tarifa to Cape Trafalgar and magnificent views of the North African Rif mountains.

Things to do
Horses and bikes for hire at Hotel Atlanterra
Walks to Bolonia and in the Sierra
Water sports at Hotel Atlanterra

Restaurants - there are more every year, explore and see!
Marisqueria - Seafood in the main square
Ropiti - Seafood and meat - opposite the tobacco shop
Pericayo, Juanitos and Carmen - All traditional bars in the back streets with excellent food and hand-crafted decor - free tapas with your beer at Pericayo
Asador Sergio - Barbecued meat - on the Atlanterra road

Chiclana de la Frontera - 34km.
Chiclana is located among old saltpans, its river is now almost dry. The town is worthy of a short visit though its monuments are few and far between.

Sightseeing
Church of San Juan Bautista - In Chiclana's old town delapidated sqaure.
Church of San Telmo - Baroque church is home to a religious painting by Sebastian Gomez, a pupil of Murillo.
Sancti Petri - Nearby Chiclana is Sancti Petri at the mouth of a flood channel, the only sign of life is that provided by the Marine Sports Club. The place has a special deserted beauty. Its lonely pier projects out into the floor channel with views of San Fernando to the east and Sancti Petri to the west. At lowtide you can walk out to the Island of Sancti Petri on which stands the ruins of a Roman temple dedicated to Hercules.
La Barrosa - White sand, calm waters and sheer length of beach make this a favourite for beach-goers in the summer - Nov Sancti Petri is a fairly new, tasteful tourist development bordering some of the beach - the golf course here is highly recommended.

Restaurants
El Santuario - San Antonio 4
La Marisma - Cadiz/Malaga road Km4.5
Los Drogos - La Barrosa beach
Los Faroles - Cadiz/Malaga road Km14

Tarifa - 48km.
Tarifa is the most southern town in Europe with spectacular views of North Africa and the Rif Mountains. There are long stretches of deserted beach and uncongested cobbled streets and squares. Tarifa is also famous for being a "windy" city (see Sports & Leisure) and at high season is a mecca for European windsurfers.

The best view of Morocco is from the Castillo de Guzman el Bueno. Guzman el Bueno may not be seen as "all good" by all standards. When Tarifa was under siege to the Moors, they captured his son and demanded the city keys or they would cut off the child's head. Guzman is now famous in Spanish history for sacrificing his son for the greater good.

Things to do
Day trips to Morocco from the town port - Take the hydrofoil to Tangiers - boats leave at 0900/1000 (we suggest you ask in any travel agent or tourist office for up-to-date sailings and bookings - take your passport)
Windsurfing - See SPORT & LEISURE page
Bolonia Beach and ruins - The Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia are a delightful background to a picturesque bay, white sand and dunes - this is usually a very quiet spot except at very high season - its ruins are the remains of the ancient fishing and whaling community that once lived here

Restaurants
Hurricane Hotel - On the main Cadiz/Malaga road - good food, select ambience
Torre de la Peña I - Next to the Hurricane. Campsite with great food & restaurant on the beach
Café Central - Main town square - good beer and everything from squid to hamburgers

Arcos de la Frontera - 55km.
To walk around the old town of Arcos, perched on a steep rock, with wonderful views of the Guadalete Valley, is to discover a new ancient building around every corner. The narrow streets twist like a Moorish maze, an inheritance from its Moorish past. Follow the long street up to the castle and you'll be rewarded with views in all directions. The outstanding Gothic church of Santa Maria dominates the main plaza, its magnificent west facade is a plateresque masterpiece and inside there is late Gothic vaulting and impressive baroque choir stalls. The bell tower is worth a climb - if you can find the caretaker!

Take a coffee in the 18th C Parador opposite the church or admire the views from the "mirador". From here start the guided tours (see below). San Pedro, the church to the left, perilously perched above the town has a striking 15th C retable. Climb on the roof top for a great view.

Arcos was a seemingly impregnable fortress only taken by Alfonso the Wise from the Moors in 1264. Down below is the lake, a cool contrast to the buildings of the town. The best views of "old Arcos" are from below.

Things to do
Guided walks - Free - leave 1100 from the Parador square

Restaurants
El Convento - In the old town - Tel: 70 23 33
Meson la Molinera - By the lake - Tel: 70 05 11
El Faraon - Middle Eastern food at the entrance to the old town

Cadiz - 55km.
Founded by Phoenician merchants over 3000 years ago, the commercial port of Cadiz, linked to the mainland by a sandy isthmus, is one of Spain's oldest cities, if not the oldest. Hannibal lived in Cadiz and the Romans under Caesar traded salt fish here.

When Rome fell, so did Cadiz. For centuries it suffered invasions from Visigoths, Arabs and Normans. With the discovery of the New World, Cadiz regained prominence as "the city of explorers" and headquarters of the Spanish treasure fleets. In cutthroat competition with the merchants of Sevilla, Cadiz gained a monopoly over trade in the Americas that made it the wealthiest port in Western Europe. This prosperity also made Cadiz the target of foreign powers. In 1587 Sir Francis Drake torched the Spanish Armada as it lay at anchor, and the port was invaded several times. Cervantes story "La Espanola Inglesa" (the Spanish Englishwoman) presents a fictionalised account of a little girl kidnapped during one of the raids and brought up in England.

Sightseeing
The Cathedral - magnificent!
The Cadiz Museum - describes the history of Cadiz. Many important Phoenician and Roman artifacts. Tues-Fri 0900-1300 & 1700-2000, Sat-Sun 0900-1300
Plaza Topete - market and shopping area in the old town
Plaza de Mina - near the Tourist Office

Things to do
Every Tuesday there are guided tours of the old part of Cadiz. Leave from the Plaza de España, opposite the monument to the Cortes. Tickets from the Tourist Office on Playa Victoria and Plaza de Minas.

Restaurants
El Faro - famous for its selection and preparation of fish (expensive)
El Sardinero - Plaza San Juan de Dios
Curro el Cojo - Paseo Maritimo 2 - specialises in meat and game from the sierras
La Piconera - good value meals - ask for the "menu del dia"

Carnival
Cadiz is host to Spain's greatest carnival. There is a strong Cuban influence in its masquerades and music. Very pagan with masses of beer, song and jokes. Worth a visit. Late Feb-March.

Jerez de la Frontera - 62km.
In 1587 Sir Francis Drake made a devasting raid on Cadiz, setting fire to the whole of the Spanish fleet, and helping himself to some 300,000 gallons of sherry. This huge supply of wine must have contributed to establishing a taste for the wine in Britain. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, a large number of English, Irish and Scottish merchants arrived and settled in the area. There have been strong ties between Jerez, Britain and Ireland ever since, evident from the names of the famous wines of Osborne, Terry, Sandeman and other well known names. Jerez is an attractive town small enough to visit on foot.

Sightseeing
El Alcazar (11th C Moorish fortress) open 1030-1800
Ayuntamiento - renaissance town hall in the beautiful Plaza de la Asuncion
In front of the fortress in the Alameda Vieja there is a market selling examples of various crafts, stamps, coins (Sundays)

Things to do
Visits round the "bodegas" may be arranged in advance by calling the various sherry houses (they all speak English). Visiting times are normally between 1000-1330 Mon to Fri. You may be charged for the visit and asked to wait for more visitors to make up the group numbers.
Sandeman's 956 30 11 00
William and Humberts 956 34 65 89
Harvey's 956 35 70 00
Domecq 956 15 15 00
La Atalaya is an old mansion situated close to the Sandeman bodegas with attractive gardens containing ducks, flamingoes and peacocks. Open June
Real Escuela Andaluz de Arte Equestre - this is the famous Jerez horse display school. Displays: 1200 every Thursday (book through hotel or travel agent) Horse Training: 1100-1300
Flamenco Foundation - 1000-1400 Mon-Fri Plaza de San Juan 1

Restaurants
El Bosque - famous for its ambience & cuisine - Avda Alvaro Domecq 26 Tel: 30 70 30
Tendido 6 - bullfighting memorabilia & home cooking - Circo 10
La Mesa Redonda - memories of Jerez's aristocratic past - game & salads Manuel de la Quintana 10 Tel: 34 00 69
Bar Juanito - great tapas - near Plaza del Arenal

El Puerto de Santa Maria - 86km.
Built on the Guadalete, the "river of forgetfulness", el Puerto came into its own after five centuries of Moorish occupation. Cristobal Colon (Columbus) lived here, and the "Santa Maria" was one of the ships that sailed with this expedition. El Puerto became a thriving port and the shipowners built themselves luxurious palace-like houses which are still standing today such as the "Casa Palacio de Aranibar" in the Plaza Alfonso X. These houses have patios and lookout towers where merchants would wait for a sight of their fortune returning from the New World.

Sightseeing
Castillo San Marcos (13th C) - Mon/Wed/Sat 1000-1330(summer) Sat 1100-1330 (winter)
Iglesia Mayor - a gothic structure with chapels dating from the 16th to 18th C

Things to do
The Casino - on the road to Jerez
Aquasherry Park - water park
Golf - Vista Hermosa Course & Club
Bodegas Terry - Tel 85 52 11 to reserve
Street Market - Fridays on the road to Puntillo beach
Flamenco - ask at the Tourist Office
Bullfights - ask at the Tourist Office
Bullring - inaugurated in 1880 and can be visited even if there is no fight
Steamship "Vapor" - not to be missed! leaves Puerto 0900/1100/1330/193 leaves Cadiz 1000/1200/1400/1830/2030

Fiestas
Carnaval - Feb/Mar
Easter - A beautiful time in this region with processions and music
Spring Fair - May
Corpus Christi - June - processions and music
Fisherman's Fiesta - July
Vendimia - Sep - Thanks for the Wine Harvest

Restaurants
The Monasterio Hotel has a fine restaurant
El Faro - ½ km out of town on the road to Rota
Plaza de Colon Bar - the owner, Bill, is English
Romerijos - choose from 25 different types of cooked shellfish and take them to your table opposite the banks of the river, order a beer and enjoy!

Sanlucar de Barrameda - 92km.
Sanlucar de Barrameda on the left bank of the River Guadalquivir topped with the castle of San Diego and dotted with towers and bell gables. In the 15th C it was already a rich walled city serving as a commercial centre for the Dukes of Medina Sidonia. The town is built on two levels: the aristocratic "Barrio Alto" (upper quarter) and "Barrio Bajo" (lower quarter) which is built on land reclaimed from the sea.

Sightseeing
Castle of Santiago - built in the 14th C and altered in the 16th C has an elegant Mudejar portal and its naves and aisles are covered with coffered ceilings in the same style
Church of La Merced - served as a model for the first Andalucian Baroque style but today is in bad condition
Palace of the Counts of Niebla - present residence of the Duchess of Medina Sidonia - traces of the Mudejar style

Things to do
Bodegas Barbadillo - C/Luis Egulaz - by appointment
Horse racing - on the beach during August from 1800 - check with Tourist Office for exact dates
Tour Sanlucar - Thur 1030 from the Tourist Office in Calzada del Ejercito

Restaurants
Delicious langostinos and manzanilla wine are a must here - go to any of the cafes on the Bajo de Guia beach and at the same time in August watch the horse racing on the beach.

Gibraltar - 90km.
The resolute and severe peninsular of Gibraltar juts into the straits, guarding the entrance to the Mediterranean. The Spanish conquered Gibraltar from the Moors in 1492 only to lose it to England after the War of the Spanish Succession. There is still tension between England and Spain over the airport, smuggling and tax haven status. Expect delays at the border. TAKE YOUR PASSPORT. It's better to leave your car in Spain and walk to the town of Gibraltar.

Gibraltar is excellent shopping for English goods and food. Historically and geographically it is unique but sadly the town is unkempt, overcrowded and dirty. Don't waste a day here unless you're desperate for fish'n chips.

Things to do
Cable car - for the view
Visit the apes
St Michael's caves - 1000-1300
Gibraltar Museum - Mon-Fri 1000-1300 & 1500-1800, Sat 1000-1300
Changing of the Guard - Main Street - Governor's Residence at 1100

Ronda - 150km.
Rising amid a ring of dark angular mountains is the Andalucian town of Ronda. Built on an isolated ridge of the sierra, it is split in half by the gaping river gorge of the River Tajo with a sheer drop of 130m on three sides. The gorge is spanned by a stupendous 18th C bridge, while tall, whitewashed houses lean from its precipitous edges. Much of the attraction of Ronda lies in the spectacular view as the town is approached, or in walking down by the river, following one of the donkey tracks through the rich green valley. But the town itself is of equal interest and maintains its character despite the flow of day trippers from the Costa del Sol. Ronda divides into three parts - on the NW side of the gorge is the largely modern Mercadillo quarter, across the bridge is the old Moorish town of the Ciudad and its San Francisco suburb. The Ciudad retains intact its Moorish layout and a great many of its houses interspersed with a number of fine Renaissance mansions. It is so intricate a maze you can do little else but wander at random. However at some stage you may make your way across the bridge and along the c/Marques de Parada which winds round to the left. At No 17 in the street is the Casa del Rey Moro, an early 18th C mansion built on Moorish foundations. From its garden a remarkable underground stairway called the "Mina" descends to the river. These 365 steps guaranteed a water supply in times of siege and were cut by Christian slaves in the 14th C. The Mercadillo quarter grew up in the wake of the Christian conquest and is of comparatively little interest. One building which deserves a visit is a remarkably preserved inn, the 16th C "Posada de la Animas" in C/Cecilia, the oldest building in the quarter and slept in by Miguel Cervantes. Another building which should not be overlooked is the famous Bullring, close to the Plaza de España and the beautiful clifftop "paseo" (walkway) from where excellent views of the old and new bridges can be glimpsed and enjoyed. Ronda played a leading part in the development of bullfighting and was the birthplace of the modern Corrida. The Bullring was built in 1781 and is one of the earliest in Spain. The bullfights during the Feria de Ronda held in May take place in 18th C costume. The bullring can be visited to wander around the arena and there is also a museum inside.

Main monuments in the town centre:
El Tajo - Puente Nuevo (the new bridge): built in 1751, height 98m. The main room was used as a prison. The gorge and the bridge symbolise the town.
Cathedral - Santa Maria la Mayor: built over Roman temple and old mosque at the beginning of the 16th C by the Catholic monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabel. It is a mixture of different architectural styles; Baroque, Mudejar and Renaissance.
Bullring - Plaza de Toros: built in 1785 by the Royal Maestranza of Horseriding. It's the sanctuary of bull-fighting on foot. This method was invented by Pedro Romero. There is a museum dedicated to the art which is open from 10am-6pm. Entrance fee 200 pesetas.
Palace of Juan Bosco: important house from which you have one of the best views of El Tajo.
Casa de Mondragon: now pretentiously called "Palace of Mondragon" to impress the tourists. Built by the King of Ronda in 1314. It has been the seat of kings and governors, and Ferdinand and Isabel stayed there.
Arab Baths: built in the 13th C this bath house is among the better preserved and interesting in the whole of Spain

In the area:
Cueva de las Piletas (Cave of the Pools): it has several wall paintings which are Palaeolithic, some 25,000 yrs old. It is situated some 4.5km from Benaojan on the road to Cortes de la Frontera
Acinipo: a Roman ruined garrison town situated some 15km from Ronda on the road to Setenil de las Bodegas. It had a superb defensive site on the top of an escarpment from where there are beautiful views. There is a reasonably well-preserved amphitheatre and the forum and baths can be identified.
Cortijo las Monjas: a vineyard and bodega (wine cellar) located at Arriate some 10km from Ronda. This business was started by three wine experts, Prince Hohenlohe, the Marques de Grinon and Sacha Lichine. Open 8am to 7pm Mon-Fri
Ethnographic Museum of Benalauria: this folk museum is in a converted windmill from the 18th C and has old machinery to press olives for oil. There are many old pieces which represent Andalucian rural life. Tel: 215 2548
Natural Park of Sierra de Grazalema: stretches to the west of Ronda. It is famous for the rich flora and fauna. Here can be found the "Pinsapo" fir tree, a relic of the last glaciation and only found in the Baetic Cordillera. There are many peaceful pueblos blancos to visit. Ubrique is famous for its leather goods.
Natural Park of the Sierra de las Nieves: stretches to the east of Ronda. It is usually covered in snow in winter. It also has important examples of flora and fauna. The charming villages of Yunquera, El Burgos, Casarabonela and Alozaina are worth a visit as well as a beauty spot called "Garganta del Chorro".

Restaurants in Ronda
Pedro Romero located opposite the Bullring - very nice atmosphere with lots of interesting bullfighting posters displayed - a little more expensive than your average bar/restaurant
Restaurant Jerez - again opposite the Bullring - very nice large terrace overlooking the bullring - good quality, good food
Don Miguel located close to the Tajo Bridge overlooking the gorge with pleasant outdoor terrace with excellent views of gorge - again a little more expensive than average

Seville - 180km. (110mins. along A4 motorway)
Seville is a wonderful city, where everyday is a joy, whether walking through ancient streets or by the river, sampling tapas, admiring monuments, climbing the Giralda tower or just relaxing under the orange trees. Seville's importance as a strategic river port in a fertile region caused invasions and settlements by Carthage and Rome. The Moors made it capital of Al Andaluz and Ferdinand III reconquered it in 1258. In the 1500's cultural and economic wealth poured in from the American empire and made it the architectural and cultural wonder you see today. First you will want to explore the old city on the east bank of the Guadalquivir River. A wonderful introduction is to take a horse drawn carriage from the Cathedral, the biggest Gothic building in existence, around the Maria Luisa Park. There is also a tourist bus from the Torre de Oro (Golden Tower). Other interesting, less touristy areas are Macarena, enclosed in medeival walls, with the bejeweled Virgin, the most reverred in Seville. Triana, over the river, Alameda de Hercules with a Sunday flea market.

Tourist Office: just south of the Cathedral at Avenida de la Constitucion 21. Opening times: Mon-Fri 0930-1930, Sat 1000-1400.

Sightseeing
Cathedral and Giralda Tower (largest surviving Almohad tower, with its twin in Marrakesh) Mon-Sat 1100-1700, Sun morning Giralda only, 1400-1600 all open, entrance fee 600 pesetas
Alcazar - 14th C Mudejar palace built by Pedro the Cruel - Tue to Sat 1030-1400, Sun 1000-1300, entrance fee 600 pesetas
Barrio Santa Cruz - walk around and visit Casa de Pilatos - daily 0900-1900, entrance fee 1000 pesetas
By the river - Torre de Oro (Golden Tower) Mon-Fri 1000-1400, weekends 1100-1400, entrance fee 100 pesetas
Flamenco - you can search out the little bars in Triana or Alameda de Hercules where musicians sing for the love of it but it is much easier to go to a show, for example at "Los Gallos" Plaza de Santa Cruz or Puerto de Triana, C/Castillo 137.

Restaurants
Tapas - the Triana area over the river or the Santa Cruz area - try "chanquetes" (whitebait), "puntillitas" (baby squid), "pinchitos" (spicy kebab), "espinacas con garbanzos" (spinach with chick peas), "revueltos" (scrambled egg with asparagus, garlic shoots or almost anything else)
La Para - Spanish/French/Exotic - C/Gustavo Galcado - tel: 461 2959
Don Raimundo - Fish and seafood, Arabic dishes & desserts - C/Argote de Molino 26 - tel: 422 3355
La Nieta de Pepa - Argentinian (BBQ), Tango - C/Rodrigo Caro 7, Santa Cruz - tel: 496 0726
La Albahaca - Plaza Santa Cruz, converted mansion
Osteria de Laurel - Plaza Venerables, Santa Cruz - tel: 422 0295
Rio Grande - C/Betis 70 - looks over river to Torre de Oro
La Juderia - Plazoleta La Carne 13 - lamb and fish specialties