A Rough Guide to Almeria

Things to See and Do

At the heart is the Segundo Recinto while at the east end is the Ermita de San Juan chapel which was converted from a mosque by the Catholic Monarchs. The Tercer Recinto at the north-west end of the Alcazaba is a fortress which was added by the Catholic Monarchs.

The hilltop Alcazaba's hefty walls and towers dominate the city and command magnificent views. It was founded during the first half of the 10th century.

Shopping

Most of the shops are located on the streets radiating out from the Puerta de Purchena and particularly in the streets between here and Plaza San Pedro to the south.

Eateries

Budget: La Bodeguilla de Ramón, Almeria City
A hole-in-the-wall tapas bar with plastic chairs and tables outside, cheap but cheerful.

Mid-range: Casa Puga, Almeria City
One of Almeria's classic tapas bars. Stand by the counter with the regulars or take a table at the side sitting beneath the dangling hams and wines racked upside down (the wine list is amazing). The bar has been under the ownership of the same family since 1870!

Luxury: Restaurante Valentin, Almeria City
There are a number of good tapas bars/restuarants in this street (C/Tenor Iribarne 19). This classy place specialises in seafood and has an excellent menú degustación at €24.

At The Bar

Almeria has an array of small bars on offer. For more lively drinking venues you should head for the Mojácar playa area here you'll find themed and British bars.

The Cathedral

Almeria's cathedral is at the heart of the old part of the city and was begun in 1524 to replace a predecessor wrecked by the earthquake in 1522.

The architecture is a combination of Gothic and Renaissance, its fortress like appearance was due to suffering raids by pirates from North Africa. The north facade is an elaborate mid 16th century design by Juan de Orea.

Sala de Historia Antigua Museum

Iberian and Roman collections. C/ Infant 12.

Sala de Prehistoria Museum

Includes exhibits from the important Los Millares site. C/ Hermanos Machado.

Sala de Historia Antigua Museum

There are some impressive Iberian and Roman artefacts on exhibit here.
C/ Hermanos Machada (in the Public Library).

What Does It Cost?

33cl bottle of beer - €1
One-litre bottle of mineral water - €0.90
36-exposure colour film - €7.50
City-centre bus ticket - €1.10
Adult football ticket - €20
Three-course meal with wine/beer - €12

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