Welcome to Spain’s sunlit southwest, where Roman stones meet Atlantic surf and evenings stretch long with guitar and laughter. Cádiz—often called Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city—sits on a slender peninsula, ringed by sandy beaches and sea walls that have outlasted empires. Its lanes unfurl from Phoenician beginnings to baroque plazas and salty taverns serving paper cones of fried fish.

Just inland, Seville dazzles with Gothic spires, Mudéjar courtyards, and orange-blossom air. You’ll wander from the world’s largest Gothic cathedral to the tiled drama of Plaza de España, then toast the night in classic tabernas. Nearby Jerez pours the secrets of sherry, and across the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier’s medina and kasbah unfold in cobalt and white.

Traveling the week of 6 March? Expect mild weather (highs 60–68°F / 16–20°C), perfect for walking tours and seaside sunsets. Cádiz’s famous Carnival sometimes lands around late Feb–early March; check local dates. Pack layers for ocean breezes, book popular restaurants ahead on weekends, and carry your passport for the Morocco day trip.

Cádiz

Golden-hour light, Atlantic breezes, and a past that spans Phoenicians to Napoleon—Cádiz is a living museum that never feels stuck. Between castle ramparts and candy-colored houses, you’ll find tapas institutions, markets bursting with tuna and prawns, and the city’s soulful quarter, La Viña.

Top sights include the gleaming Catedral de Cádiz with its yellow-tiled dome, the watchtower of Torre Tavira and its camera obscura panorama, and laid-back La Caleta beach framed by two fortresses. Food lovers will zero in on Mercado Central de Abastos and the taverns of La Viña.

• Where to stay: Base yourself in El Pópulo (for history), La Viña (for tapas and beach), or Barrio Centro (for shopping and cafés). Browse stays on VRBO Cádiz or Hotels.com Cádiz.
• Getting there: Fly into Seville (SVQ) or Jerez (XRY). From Seville, Renfe trains to Cádiz take ~1h45–2h (~€17–25); from Madrid, ~4h30 (~€35–65). Compare trains and buses on Omio Trains (Europe) and Omio Buses. For flights to/from Europe, check Omio Flights.

Day 1 — Arrival, Sea Walls, and Sunset in La Viña

Afternoon: Arrive in Cádiz and check in. Shake off the journey with a breezy stroll along the Alameda Apodaca and the Baluarte de la Candelaria ramparts. Duck into Parque Genovés to see the sculpted greenery and sea views.

Evening: Watch the sun drop behind Castillo de San Sebastián at La Caleta beach. Dinner in La Viña: try Casa Manteca for chicharrones especiales and aged mojama (stand at the barrels—old-school vibe), or book El Faro de Cádiz for tortillitas de camarones and refined seafood. Nightcap at La Sorpresa for manzanilla sherry or a gin-tonic at La Colonial Alameda.

Day 2 — Old Town Icons, Mercado Lunch, and a Tapas Tour

Morning: Coffee and pastries at gilded 1912 institution Café Royalty (try the milhojas). Then join a local for stories that animate the stones:

Walking Tour through Cádiz: Stories from the hand of a local guide
Discover Cádiz like a friend is showing you around, from Phoenician origins to today’s plazas.

Afternoon: Climb Torre Tavira for the camera obscura show and 360° views. Visit the Catedral de Cádiz and its crypt. Lunch at Mercado Central de Abastos: grab a paper cone of cazón en adobo at Freiduría Las Flores, oysters at the Rincón Gastronómico, and tuna pintxos at a market stall.

Evening: Explore La Viña’s bars on a guided tasting:

Cadiz Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local
Sample classics with a passionate foodie guide—ideal introduction to Cádiz’s seafood and sherry.

Day 3 — Day Trip to Jerez: Horses, Sherry, and Tabancos

Morning: Train Cádiz → Jerez de la Frontera (~35–45 min; ~€6–10). Check times on Omio Trains (Europe). Head to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art for the famed equestrian ballet:

Andalusian Horses Dance Show
High art on horseback—dressage set to Spanish music with 18th-century-style costumes.

Afternoon: Lunch at Tabanco El Pasaje (classic sherry and tapas; sometimes live flamenco), or reserve La Carboná in a former bodega for sherry-paired cuisine. Walk the Alcázar and Catedral de Jerez square; consider a quick tasting at a sherry bodega (González Byass or Lustau) if time allows.

Evening: Train back to Cádiz. Light supper near Plaza Mina at La Candela (creative Andalusian tapas) or Ultramar&nos (market-driven plates). Night stroll along Campo del Sur.

Day 4 — Across the Strait: Tangier in a Day

Early start for a Morocco adventure. Bus Cádiz → Tarifa (~1h30; ~€10–15) via Omio Buses, then ferry Tarifa → Tangier Ville (~1h; ~€40–70 round-trip) via Omio Ferries. Bring your passport; allow extra time for exit/entry formalities. Note: strong Levante winds can affect ferries—monitor schedules.

On arrival, dive into a guided private tour to make the most of the day:

Private Tangier Full day Tour
A customizable, culture-rich exploration of the kasbah, medina, and coastal viewpoints with a local expert.

Lunch ideas: Le Saveur de Poisson (set menu of market-fresh fish), or El Morocco Club (elegant kasbah dining). Coffee or mint tea at cliffside Café Hafa. Evening ferry back to Tarifa, bus to Cádiz, and a late bite at Freiduría Las Flores if you’ve got room.

Day 5 — Cádiz to Seville, Cathedral Heights, and Santa Cruz Nights

Morning: Train Cádiz → Seville (Sevilla-Santa Justa) ~1h45–2h; ~€17–25—book on Omio Trains. Taxi or tram to your hotel. Drop bags and grab specialty coffee at Virgin Coffee or Torch Coffee Roasters.

Afternoon: Visit the Seville Cathedral and climb the Giralda ramp for city views; continue to the Real Alcázar for tilework and gardens (prebook official tickets in high season). Light lunch at Casa Morales (historic bodega with amphora-lined walls) or riverside bites at Mercado de la Lonja del Barranco (multiple stalls).

Evening: Tapas crawl: El Rinconcillo (since 1670; espinacas con garbanzos), La Brunilda (modern plates; go early), and Eslava (signature pork ribs and award-winning tapas). Consider a late flamenco show in a small venue like a traditional tablao.

• Where to stay: Santa Cruz (romantic lanes), El Arenal (central and walkable), or Triana (artisan vibe across the river). Browse VRBO Seville or Hotels.com Seville.

Seville

Capital of Andalusia and keeper of festivals and patios, Seville seduces with oranges in spring, horse-drawn carriages, and a skyline stitched with towers old and new. Food here is its own theater—tapas bars where waiters chalk your tab on the wood and modern kitchens that riff on tradition.

Beyond the cathedral and Alcázar, leave time for Triana’s ceramic workshops, the grand curve of Plaza de España, and a golden-hour walk along the Guadalquivir. Evenings stretch late—embrace the paseo and a second dinner if inspiration strikes.

Day 6 — Plaza de España, Triana Crafts, and Rooftop Views

Morning: Breakfast at La Cacharrería (stacked toasts and fresh juices). Wander Plaza de España in María Luisa Park—mosaic alcoves for each Spanish province make great photo stops.

Afternoon: Cross the Triana Bridge to browse Cerámica Santa Ana tiles and artisan shops. Lunch at Blanca Paloma (Triana classic—try presa ibérica) or La Azotea (market-driven). Visit the wooden Metropol Parasol (Las Setas) and take the walkway for city views.

Evening: Sunset aperitivo at a rooftop bar near the cathedral. Dinner at ConTenedor (slow-food Andalusian—daily chalkboard) or Bodeguita Romero (montadito de pringá). Night stroll along the river or into Alameda for a casual drink.

Day 7 — Leisurely Morning and Departure

Morning: Slow breakfast at Paradas 7 or Mama Inés. Last-minute shopping around Calle Sierpes. If time allows, step into Hospital de la Caridad for baroque art and a quiet cloister.

Afternoon: Depart from Seville Airport (SVQ) or by high-speed train to Madrid. Compare options on Omio Flights and Omio Trains.

Practical Eats & Sips Cheatsheet (Cádiz)

• Breakfast/Coffee: Café Royalty (ornate salon), Panadería San Antonio (fresh bread, simple tostadas).
• Lunch: Mercado Central de Abastos (mix-and-match stalls), Freiduría Las Flores (fried fish cones).
• Dinner: El Faro de Cádiz (refined seafood), La Candela (creative tapas), Casa Manteca (standing-room classic).
• Drinks: Manzanilla sherry at La Sorpresa; craft G&Ts at La Colonial Alameda.

Transport Snapshot & Costs

• Seville (SVQ) → Cádiz: Train ~1h45–2h; ~€17–25 on Omio Trains. Direct buses ~2h15; ~€15–19 via Omio Buses.
• Cádiz → Jerez: Train ~35–45 min; ~€6–10 (frequent departures).
• Cádiz → Tarifa → Tangier: Bus ~1h30; ferry ~1h each way; budget ~€60–85 total transport.
• Cádiz → Seville: Train ~1h45–2h; ~€17–25.

Optional Extras if You Have More Time

• Castillo de Santa Catalina: Low-key museum space with sea views near La Caleta.
• Beach time: Playa Victoria for long sandy walks and chiringuitos (seasonal hours in March).
• Bike Cádiz: Consider a guided ride to cover more coastline and neighborhoods.

Included Viator picks recap (with images above): Cádiz food tour, Cádiz local walking tour, Andalusian Horses show in Jerez, and a private full-day Tangier tour. These pair beautifully with local markets, beaches, and tapas crawls for a balanced week.

Summary: In seven days, you’ll savor Cádiz’s sea-splashed history, sip sherry where it was born, cross continents in an afternoon, and cap it all in Seville’s golden light. Expect superb seafood, Moorish courtyards, and a rhythm that invites lingering—one plaza, one tapa, one sunset at a time.