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In the past El Puerto de Santa Maria was best known for its fine sherry and fresh seafood. Visitors arrive from all over Europe, just to sample the sherry and seafood.
Nowadays, El Puerto de Santa Maria has become a popular tourist destination in Andalusia with lots of things to do and see. The town also has great nightlife during the summer months.
You can do anything from sailing across the bay of Cádiz in a giant replica of 'La Niña' (Columbus's ship) to gambling at the Bahia de Cádiz casino.
There are also some fascinating historical sites that you can visit. The town's castle and bullring are a must for any visitor. The San Marcos castle is built on the site of an old Moorish mosque. It dates as far back as the 13th century, to a time when the Cadiz coastline was under constant threat from pirates.
One of the many famous inhabitants of the castle was Christopher Columbus. He stayed here whilst trying to finance his trip to the Indies. Juan de la Cosa, the owner of Columbus's ship, also stayed here. They produced the first world map in El Puerto de Santa Maria in 1500, including the Americas.
The bullring is spectacular - one of the most attractive in the whole of Spain. Not quite as old as the castle, it was built in 1880 and can seat well over 12,000 people. At that time there were enough seats for the entire population of El Puerto de Santa Maria. Joselito, the famous bullfighter, once said 'He who has not seen a bullfight in El Puerto does not know what bullfighting is'.
Most visitors head straight for the wine cellars. El Puerto is part of the 'Sherry Triangle', where some of the best sherry in the world is produced. You can learn all about the sherry making process. Head down to the age-old Terry and Osborne building and the guides will run you through the entire process. You will see the endless rows or sherry butts…each containing 500 litres of the stuff.
El Puerto is very chilled out town. It is popular with the Spanish but still relatively unknown to foreigners. You won’t find your full English breakfast and pint of bitter here. It has managed to avoid the mass tourism and construction that exists on the Costa de Sol. The town still remains unspoilt, natural and extremely beautiful.
El Puerto de Santa Maria is steeped in history and culture. At the same time it is a popular tourist town with all the modern facilities you expect from a top of the range resort. It has the perfect location and climate too.
Enjoy your break in El Puerto de Santa Maria!
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Apartments
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Flat in Puerto Sherry
Reference: pael20There are many beach apartments in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz to choose from. This flat is located in the beautiful and... »»»
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Studio for 3 people, close to the beach
Reference: pael21This studio which sleeps 3 people is located in Puerto Sherry, very close to the beach. It has one room with a double sofa... »»»
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Great studio with sea views!
Reference: mael07This Puerto de Santa Maria beachfront flat in Cadiz, Spain is a studio with with great views of one of the beautiful beaches... »»»
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Apartment in town centre
Reference: mael89One bedroom apartment rental for up to four people situated in the heart of El Puerto de Santa Maria town centre. This apartment is... »»»
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Holiday Homes
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House close to beach
Reference: sael01Holiday house for up to four guests situated close to the pine forests in El Puerto de Santa Maria. The house is divided between... »»»
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With garden, close to beach
Reference: joel26Detached holiday home for up to sux guests, situated in the El Manantial urbanisation in El Puerto de Santa Maria. The home is... »»»
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Vacational home in El Ancla
Reference: joel01Vacation rental in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadis. This semi-attached home is located in the urbanization El Ancla, very close to the beach.... »»»
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Opposite Europa Park
Reference: mael55Holiday house to rent in el Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz, Spain. Ideal for 6 people. The house has a garden with a porch, underground... »»»
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Hotels
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Hotel Los Cántaros ***
This hotel in El Puerto de Santa Maria is located in the heart of Ribera del Marisco, an excellent place for diversion. Quiet... »»»
Hotel Bodega Real in El Puerto
The Hotel Bodega Real was oncea noble bodgea of the famous crianza and to vinificate sherry. Now it turned into a beautiful hotel.... »»»
Hotel Santa Maria
The hotel Santa María is located in the old town of El Puerto de Santa María. The hotel Santa Maria in El Puerto... »»»
Hotel Los Jandalos
This holiday apartment complex counts on 45 apartments of 62 sqm and 18 luxurious rooms of 40 sqm, generously equipped and best... »»»
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Hostels
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Hotel El Gazpacho *
This hotel is located at some minutes walking distance from the beach La Puntilla, as well as from the old town of El... »»»
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Hostel Alhaja Playa
The Hostel Alhaja Play in El Puerto de Santa María is very well situated, at only 5 mins from the beach and the... »»»
Hostel Costa de la luz
Hostel in El Puerto de Santa Maria, with a total of 11 bedrooms (doubles, twins, family and individual rooms). The hostel Costa de la... »»»
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Tourist Apartments
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Holiday home Los Leones
These holiday rentals in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadis are situated in the historic center of the city. They are an exellent example... »»»
Vacational apartments Los Jandalos
These vacational apartments in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadis offer 45 homes that are fully equipped and furnished for you comfort. Los Jandalos... »»»
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Sailing Boats
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Sailboat Brujilla/Bavaria 33
Charter sailboat Puerto de Santa maria, Cadiz totally equipped to enjoy the beautiful Costa de la luz in Andalusia, southern Spain. ... »»»
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Yacht Serendipity-Hanse 342
Beautiful yacht ideal for 8 people. Charter a yacht in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz and spend a wonderful day sailing around... »»»
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Agnes, Bavaria 37
Charter yacht in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz. It is well equipped and comfortable to sail around the Costa de la... »»»
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Sailboat Salitre V- Bavaria 38 Match
Charter Sailboat in Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz. Home based in Puerto Sherry. This sailboat is the perfect idea to sail around this... »»»
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Yacht Charter
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Fantastic deep-sea fishing experience in Sancti-Petri
This is your chance the savour the pure emotion of a deep-sea fishing adventure off the coast of Sanct-Petri. We offer many different... »»»
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El Puerto de Santa María
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Tourist information office of Puerto de Santa María
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Modern apartment in Fuentebravia
Reference: mael27Modern holiday apartment for up to seven guests situated in the Fuentebravia neighbourhood of El Puerto de Santa Maria. Close to both the... »»»
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Restaurants
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Restaurant Maria Regina
Restaurant Maria Regina, in El Puerto de Santa Maria, is considered one of the fienst Italian restaurants in the area. The restaurant, in... »»»
Restaurant El Asturiano
La Asturiano restaurant is situated in the touristic area of Valdelagrana, on a pedestrianised street opposite the seafront promenade. The food id... »»»
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