TAKE a look at the gorgeous European destination with sandy beaches, a charming old city, €3 pints and 35C heat. The beautiful southern city of Sanlúcar de Barrameda in Spain is just under three hours from Dublin Airport . Ryanair offers flights to Seville from €24.
99, and it takes an hour and a half to reach the coastal city by public transport. It is situated in the province of Cadiz in the south of Spain , which attracts thousands of visitors annually with its year-round sunshine, unreal coastline views and fabulous architecture throughout the centuries. Sanlúcar de Barrameda is well-known for its fantastic wine and vineyard tours in the south of Spain.
It is also known for its rich cultural experience, with its charming old city steeped in history , art museums and plenty of hidden gems to explore. There is a wide variety of exciting things for visitors to see and do, including wine tours and beach trips. Playa de La Jara Beach is one of the main charms that the area has to offer.
Tourists flock to the popular beach spot for its soft golden sand, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of the coast. The beach offers sunbeds with an umbrella and a table for a relaxing experience at cheap rates. A set of two sunbeds with an umbrella and a table is priced from €14 for the day.
Minutes from the beach, you will find cafes, restaurants, bars and local shops. The venues near the beach often provide local cuisine and products that represent the city and the country, meaning a lot of yummy Spanish-style shrimp fritters, ajo caliente and desserts to try. And there are many beaches nearby, including Playa de Bajo de Guia, Playas de La Calzada and Playa de Bonanza.
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is hailed for its affordable activities, food and drinks and its fabulous nightlife. Many restaurants and pubs can be found on the streets, with a bottle of beer costing as little as €3, while a meal out at a mid-range restaurant will cost around €12. The nightlife is superb as it offers many varieties of music, bars and clubs that open until late.
And there are the famous horse races on the beach, one of the oldest races in Spain that is hosted during August. Locals often urge visitors to Bodega Hidalgo, a sherry-tasting tour at one of the famous wineries in Spain. People participating in the tour get to learn the history of the wineries and the sherry and get generous samples of the delicious drinks.
Another activity that the locals urge tourists to see is the Castle of Santiago, a castle that was built in 1468 to defend Sanlúcar and control trade. Christopher Columbus was a guest in the castle before departing on his tragic third voyage to the Americas in 1498. The average price per night at a three-star hotel costs around €80.
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