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ALMERIA

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Almeria

Almeria boasts more hours of sunshine per year than anywhere else in Spain. In fact, you can easily visit in February or March, find a sunny spot and strip off to your bathers to catch some rays. And since, this is Spain’s most southerly tip, it’s easy to find your own piece of beach paradise on the hundreds of kilometres of glorious coastline.

What’s more, this is the perfect place to see lasting impact the once ruling Moors had on the region. Everyone’s heard of the Alhambra in Granda, but Almeria is home to the equally stunning Alcazaba, an imposing Arabic fortress which stands boldly on the coast.

Add to this Almeria’s desert-like and cactus filled landscape and you’ll think you’re in Arizona than anywhere in Spain. The region has provided a location for various blockbuster movies and spaghetti westerns, which also makes this a great place to learn or to go horse-riding - Yee-ha!

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The Alcazaba

The Alcazaba sits magnificently on an isolated hill which dominates the city and the bay of Almería. After Granada’s Alhambra, it’s the biggest Muslim construction in Spain even though it’s less visited. You can see why this impressive building serves as a fortress as it sports impressive defences which are clearly visible from the sea.It’s definitely worth checking out as views from here can reach 55 km on a clear day.

Where: Calle Almanzor s/n, Almería
Tel:(+34) 950 175 500
Hours:Tu – Su 9.00am - 8.30pm
More information:http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/cultura/museos/CMAAL

Oasis Park

Oasis Park in Almeria is located in Tabernas, which is also Europe’s only desert, and has served as an appropriate location of various Wild West movies. There's great family entertainment for the whole day to keep kids (including the big ones) happy all day.

It's also home to 150 animal species from all over the world including bears, lynxes and pumas and the rare white tiger. Plus there's a lagoon filled with crocodiles – just remember to keep you arms to yourself.

Where: Carretera N-340 Km 364 Tabernas
Tel:(+34) 950 365 236
Hours:tu – Su 10.00 am - 9.00 pm in summer.

Parque Natural de Cabo de Gata

Cabo de Gata Natural Park is stunning, and serves as a great place to see the wilder side of Spain. As it's the first marine-terrestrial Natural Park of Andalusia, various tour companies offer trips here to see the best bits. Check with tourist information for more details.

where: Autovía del mediterráneo (E-15 / N-340) Las siguientes salidas: 494, 487, 481, 479, 471, 467, 460.

Almería Beaches

With 214 miles of coastline, one of Almeria’s greatest assets are its beaches. To find your own private paradise, jump in a car and explore the area for yourself. Cabo de Gata national park features the most heavenly secluded beaches. Also many stretches of sand cater for families and are fully equipped with cafes, toilets and shops.

Mario Park

There's good old fashioned family fun to be had at the Mario Park theme park in Almeria. Big favourites include a wet and wild water park, a wave swimming pool and various death defying roller coaster rides! Parents are guaranteed to enjoy the fun here as much as the kids.

Where:Carretera de Alicun to Roquetas de Mar ( 0,5 miles from Playa de las Salinas)
Tel: (+34) 950 327 575
Hours: Mo - Su 11.00 am - 7.00 pm in summer.

Sorbas Caves

The Sorbas Caves are located in the "Karst en Yesos de Sorbas" national park where more than 1,000 caves are filled with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites structures which have taken hundreds if not thousands of years to form. It’s definitely worth visiting – just take your camera.

Where:Paraje Barranco del Infierno, Sorbas
Tel:(+34) 950 364 704

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Where to Eat

Macarena II Restaurant

The Macarena II Restaurant in Roquetas de Mar has on offer over 50 tapas dishes and a menu of tasty Almerian food. What’s more it’s friendly on the pocket.

Where: Avenida Carlos III, 363, 04720, Roquetas de Mar
Tel: (+34) 950 552 060

Albaida Restaurant

Lovers of fish and seafood must visit the Albaida restaurant in Roquetas de Mar. In fact, food is so fresh here, that you can peruse the fish tank here to choose what to eat before it's cook. Plus pick from live seafood such as clams, crabs, oysters, barnacles, lobsters, and much more.

For those less keen on feasting on seafood, the there are other traditional Almerian dishes on the menu here.

Where: Avenida gaviotas ,94 .Urbanización Roquetas de Mar
Tel:(+34) 950 333 821

The Bellavista Restaurant

The Bellavista is worth escaping the city centre for. Specialities here include fresh fish and seafood and other traditional Andalucían dishes. It’s open for both lunch and dinner, but closed on Sunday evenings and all day Monday.

Where:Calle Llanos del Alquián, Almería.
Tel:(+34) +34 950 297 156

Club de Mar Almería

Seafood fans should check out this great fishy waterfront restaurant. Club de Mar serves up the freshest fish which includes everything from fried boquerones (small fried fish) and chipperones (fried mini squid) and sumptuous mains. This restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner but is closed all day Monday.

Where: Avenida de Garrucha, 4, Carboneras
Tel: (+34) 950 13 03 44

Casa Sevilla Restaurant

In Almeria’s Casa Seville restaurant you can feast on typical regional dishes in a cosy atmosphere. Before you dive into the main dining area, stop off at the tapas bar just to tantalise the taste-buds.

And once seated for the main course, ask to try the duck foie gras or monkfish and shrimp lasagne with vegetables.

The wine cellar here is also well stocked and even has its own sommelier who provides expert wine advice to customers.

Where: Calle Rueda López s/n, Almería
Tel: (+34) 950 272 912

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Shopping

Wine Shopping, Almeria

Head down to Calle López Rueda, home to some of the best wine shops in the city, including La Vinoteca, located in the Almericentro shopping centre. It stocks a pretty good selection of local wines as well as vino from all over Spain.

Where: Calle López Rueda, Almeria

Clothes shopping in Almeria

Fashionistas, make a beeline for Paseo de Almeria in the city centre to find the best and cheapest clothes shops in town, including Mango, Zara and Women's Secret lingerie. Also check out the Marin Rose which sells a little bit of everything.

Where: Paseo de Almeria

Market days Almeria

Almeria’s main market is held on the city centre every Tuesday morning selling vegetables, fruit, household goods, textiles, clothes and shoes.

There’s also another market day held near the Plaza de Toros (the bull ring) on a Friday morning selling the same kind produce and goods.

The Mediterraneo Centre

The Mediterraneo Centre is Almeria’s main shopping centre and is packed full of fashion stores, cafés and a supermarket. It’s also a cool place to head on a rainy day. There’s plenty of underground parking.

Don’t forget, this is Spain and this shopping centre isn’t open Sundays except during some public holidays.

Where: Avenida Mediterráneo s/n
Hours:Mo– Su: 10am – 10pm (shops close on Sunday)
Tel:(+34) 950 144 287

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Nightlife

Newton Lounge

Located in the Roquetas de Mar, the Newton Lounge is open all day and is an ideal place to enjoy a coffee. You can also head here for something heartier where lunch and dinner menus serve up a storm. Book ahead if you want to get a seat on the terrace.

Where: Urbanización Playa Serena, Edif las Garzas s/n, Roquetas de Mar
Tel: (+34) 950 333 123

Georgiacafébar

Georgiacafébar plays out soulful jazz tunes to its faithful crowd on Calle Padre Luque in the city centre. Check listings to see whose playing here. However as a post dinner destination, this cool jazz club pretty much guarantees a groovy night.

Where: Calle Padre Luque 17
Tel:(+34) 950 252 570

Bribón de La Habana

The Bribón de La Habana is a super cool nightclub located in the Puerto Deportivo de Aguadulce. Come here to hear the best in house played out at weekends. Also check listings as this club also hosts live bands.

Where: Puerto deportivo de Aguadulce
Tel: (+34) 950-349-393

Peñaeltaranto

Peñaeltaranto nightclub is a great local and lively place to listen to genuine flamenco music, which has a distinctly Arabic feel. Music here is toe-tapping. Expect a late night!

Where: Calle Tenor Irabarne 20, Almeria
Tel:(+34) 950 235 057

Puertocubas

Puertocubas serves cracking cocktails, including Mojitos (a tropical blend of rum, mint leaves, sugar, lime juice and mineral water). As you would expect, the music here is strictly Latino.

Where: Calle Eduardo Pérez 20
Tel:(+34) 950 257 682

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Events

Virgen del Rosario

Spain is famous for its religious celebrations and none more so than the events which take place in October to celebrate the Virgin del Rosario, the patron saint of Roquetas de Mar. While services take place in the churches, there are also some other more lively processions taking place in town.

Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento de Roquetas de Mar
When: 7th October

Tabernas Motorbike Meet-Up

The Andalusian village of Tabernas is a hot spot for bikers and for two years, events have been held here for fans. Whether or not you’re a motor biking fan, you’re invited to participate. As well celebrating the sport, find out more about the Sierra de las Estancias region and sample traditional Tabernas cusine including the delicious locally made “chorizo” sausage.

Where: Plaza Mayor de Taberno. 5€ fee.
When: 6th September
Hours: 10.00am - 8.30pm

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Tourist Information Offices

Get first hand information from the tourist offices in Almeria

Almería Tourist Office
Where: Parque Nicolás Salmerón, s/n. 04002 (Almería)
Tel: (+34) 950 274 355

Carboneras Tourist Office
Where:Plaza del Castillo, s/n. 04140 Carboneras (Almería)
Tel: (+34) 950 454 238

Mojacar Tourist Office
Where: Plaza Nueva, s/n. 04638 Mojácar (Almería)
Tel: (+34) 950 333 203

Roquetas de Mar Tourist Office
Where: Avda. del Mediterraneo, 2, 04740 Roquetas de Mar (Almería)
Tel: (+34) 950 333 203

Useful Info
Language: Spanish | Currency: Euro | Electricity: 220 volts a 50Hz | Hora local:GMT +1 |Country code: +34
Entry requirements: Passport or valid ID card must be carried by citizens residing in the EU. For citizens of other countries will need a visa (except: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Republic of Korea, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Uruguay and Venezuela). In this case, you can enter the country with a passport for a maximum of 90 days.

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