The address that is pinned is not the place that is in the pictures! If you park near the…read morerestaurant Kiosco Cameleón, the beginning of the board walk starts there. The views are gorgeous, and I love that the boardwalk leads you to different parts of the beach, gazebos to hang out under as well as benches to take in the scenery, into the forest, and back to the city. There's also a part of the boardwalk that leads you straight to a restaurant on the beach called "Chiringuito Las Dunas." Take a walk with your loved one during sunset to enjoy the peaceful forest, views of the beach, then surprise them with the restaurant on the shore. Or walk the path first thing in the morning with some coffee before it's too hot out.

Camino Natural de Rota is a series of free, public, boardwalk paths that lead from the NW beaches…read moreof Rota, down to the Paseo Marítimo de la Costilla. Along their way, they snake through the sandy pine forests of the park for the Corrales de Rota, as well as other areas leading to roads in town, such as near the Botanical Gardens, and soccer field. The Camino follows the beach, outside the dunes, but is not always on or in view of the beach. Inside the Corrales de Rota parklands, the Camino makes meandering paths, in various directions. Every so often, a path will lead to the beach, and it will have a pagoda just on the beach, which serves as a great lookout / shelter / resting spot. These pagodas also exist along the main path leading across town to the Paseo Marítimo, but are much fewer along there. Note that while the Camino will get you to the Paseo Marítimo, and then into town, neither walkway is a direct route into the downtown or old town, so if you are intent on walking but pressed for time, I would consult a map to get there most directly along the streets. All of the paths we traveled (quite a lot) were wheelchair / stroller accessible. I cannot say if every inch of them are this way, but the majority is for sure. The paths allow dogs, bikes, joggers, and of course, walkers. Paths are accessible 24 hours. The paths and scenery of the Camino are beautiful. There is a lot of money and care invested into these paths, which add so much functionality and facility to Rota. Because of this, I was surprised and disappointed at the litter and graffiti noticeable along the trails. Neither issue was constant, but present, nonetheless. The Camino also passes an abandoned 20thC military camp, which attracts the town's homeless population. This camp is fenced in, with no access to the Camino, and there is no apparent safety concern for visitors. While there are some very cool, very old cultural treasures in Rota, I recommend the Camino Natural de Rota right up there as a top thing to do when visiting this town. They are a great way to see and feel the nature of the parks and beaches, and to watch locals enjoying their town.

Just a landmark to look at and photograph. Pretty…read more The Puerta (or Arco) de Regla is also known as "Puerta de la Carne," because it used to be the location of the meat market. The arch was part of the original ancient Islamic wall that surrounded the city. My photos do not show this, but there are actually two twin arches, spaced a few feet apart, one behind the other. Lots of restaurants nearby, favored by locals, some of the better ones in Rota. Don't stick to the touristy ones on the beach, the real tapas places are in town, with higher-quality, more authentic food, and are a better value.

Going back to the Ferry to catch a ride back to Puerto Santa Maria I had no idea this existed…read more Instead going through the city I took the western route along Paseo Santa Barbara and next thing I knew I was in this stretch of park along the north west waterline of Cadiz. Peaceful, well manicured and littered with age old trees, art, and architecture. I wish I had spent more time hanging out here during the sunlight hours but even at dusk trying not to miss the boat it was beautiful

This beautiful square is one of the welcome sights for people coming into Old Town Cadiz…read more The old Plaza Mayor of the city, also known as La Corredera, was found outside the walls, as was common in medieval cities, and near one of the access gates, in this case to the original Puerta del Mar, today Arco de la Pópulo. The irregular layout of this square is conditioned, since in the past it coincided with one of the mouths of the ancient sea, which crossed the current island of Cádiz. In the Plaza de San Juan de Dios, several buildings of interest stand out, such as the Municipality, the church of San Juan de Dios and the Casa de los Pazos Miranda. We loved seeing the activity in here, kids running around and playing, people strolling, just a nice cute cozy place in Cadiz.

The is a beautiful plaza and very easy to find coming from the cruise port as it is the first thing…read moreyou see on your way into the city. It is a very vibrant area with a lot of activities going on. There are tents with merchants selling local made products at reasonable prices. We worth a stop to check them out.

Fun little square with cafes and live music from street musicians. On one side, it is close to the…read moreshopping area in old Cadiz, and on the other side, you come out by the port and the Paseo de Canalejas. Per its name, this square abuts the Iglesia de San Agustín, which dates to the early 17thC.

Cute little square abutting Iglesia de Santa Cruz. This plaza is great for pictures! The green line…read morefor walking tours will take you right through this square. This square is all hill, so expect to stand on a slant, unlike most flat plazas. History? This square dates to the Middle Ages. Enclosed by the "Old Cathedral" of Cádiz, aka the church of Santa Cruz, on one side, and Casa de la Contaduría on the other. In the early 1700s the cistern was built in the square. Other surrounding buildings include the former Bishop's House, and the Estopiñán house.

Great little market place with lots of booths for food, drinks and stuff. Looked like a wonderful…read moreplace that locals go to enjoy spending time with friends and family. You can get a great sampling of all kinds of different foods and especially Tapas. You can take you food and drinks to the tables that are in the middle of the area. Great fun. Do not miss this one.

It was by luck that I was on vacations in cadiz in August and I crossed this beautiful Andalucian…read moretraditional market in August this year. Every year for 3 days this market is put up in the old city where different craftsmen display their produce. From herbal soaps to 21 different types of spanish empanadillaa, tea varities and spices from morocco, potters making the famous andalucian pottery on spot are few to say. It is organised by Institución Ferial de Cádiz (Ifeca) every year for 3 days in August to promote local craftsmen business. One can find all the typical spanish food delicacies served here at a reasonable price. This year it was held on 17,18,19 August 2012 in the neighbourhood of El Pópulo. The dates may vary every year depending on the weekend.

Sandy beach, can have lots of algae depending on the day. Beach bars and restaurants nearby…read more Walking trails nearby as well.

Gorgeous sandy beach located of the coast of Rota Spain!…read more Kids enjoyed the sand, sun and playground. Lots of eateries, apartments and condos along the boardwalk. Clean beach with locals, no homeless, no trash, just families and people walking enjoying the day. Incredible!