Jerez de la Frontera
An intriguing, evocative bodega, not only for its extra-aged sherries (at least 20, mostly 30 years old) but also because it houses the Colección Joaquín…
Must-see attractions in Jerez de la Frontera
Jerez de la Frontera
Echoes of Seville colour Jerez' dramatic cathedral, a surprisingly harmonious mix of baroque, neoclassical and Gothic styles. Standout features are its…
Jerez de la Frontera
Jerez' muscular yet elegant 11th- or 12th-century fortress is one of Andalucía's best-preserved Almohad-era relics. It's notable for its octagonal tower,…
Jerez de la Frontera
Both architecturally intriguing – note the entrance's original 15th-century Mudéjar artesonado (ceiling of interlaced beams with decorative inserts) and…
Bodegas González–Byass
Jerez de la Frontera
Home to the famous Tío Pepe brand, 1835-founded González–Byass is one of Jerez' biggest sherry houses, just west of the Alcázar. There are several daily…
Jerez de la Frontera
Built between the 15th and 18th centuries, this richly adorned church blends Gothic, Renaissance and baroque architecture, and was modelled on Seville…
Jerez de la Frontera
In the Santiago quarter, Jerez' modern archaeology museum houses fascinating local relics dating from Paleolithic to 20th-century times. Grab a detailed…
Jerez de la Frontera
Three or four daily tours (no bookings needed) each in English, Spanish and German, and one in French, all including three-sherry tastings; the website…
Jerez de la Frontera
The Circuito de Jerez, on the A382 10km northeast of town, hosts several motorcycle- and car-racing events every year (usually in March, April or May),…
Jerez de la Frontera
Book ahead for the excellent-value, English- or Spanish-language tours of the handsome, vine-shaded Lustau bodega, founded in 1896. 'Standard' visits (€18…
Jerez de la Frontera
Part of the famous Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre, Jerez' Horse-Carriage Museum includes an 18th-century Binder hunting break.
Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Merced
Jerez de la Frontera
This 15th- to 17th-century church, with a sand-coloured baroque exterior, is home to the patron saint of Jerez, Nuestra Señora de la Merced (Our Lady of…
Jerez de la Frontera
A couple of blocks northeast of Jerez' cathedral stands the handsome 16th-century old town hall.
Jerez de la Frontera
Founded by Alfonso X El Sabio, this 14th- to 16th-century Gothic church is one of Jerez' oldest.
Jerez de la Frontera
A lovely 15th-century Mudéjar church, a couple of blocks northeast of Jerez' cathedral.
