Travel guide

Almería

Moorish fortress and desert coast

🗓️ Best time: April–October💰 Budget · ~$90/day📍 Spain

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About Almería

A sun-drenched southeastern city under a huge Moorish Alcazaba — gateway to Spain's only true desert (a spaghetti-western film set) and the wild volcanic beaches of Cabo de Gata.

⭐ Things to do in Almería

Alcazaba fortressCabo de Gata beachesTabernas Desert & film setsOld town & cathedralLos Refugios air-raid tunnelsPlaya de los MuertosFort Bravo film setRodalquilar gold-mine ghost town

🍽️ What to eat in Almería

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Fresh seafood & gambasMigasAjoblancoCosta de Almería wines

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walkable centre; a car for Cabo de Gata and the desert.

💡 Local tip

Order a drink and get free tapas — Almería keeps the old Andalusian tradition alive.