Alcazaba de Almería
10th-century Moorish fortress, one of the largest in Spain, with walls running along the hill.
Almería, Spain
Almería: airports, things to do and where to stay
Almería, on the Mediterranean, is dominated by its great Moorish fortress. It is the base for discovering the unspoilt beaches and volcanic landscapes of Cabo de Gata.
Almería airports
From the airport to central Almería
Almería airport is about 8 km from central Almería.
Línea 30 (Surbus)
City bus to central Almería every day of the year. The journey takes about 35 min.
Taxi
Rank outside arrivals. The airport is 9 km from the centre, and an airport supplement applies.
Almería
Things to do in Almería
Catedral de Almería
16th-century cathedral that looks like a fortress, built to withstand pirate raids.
Cable Inglés
Early 20th-century iron-ore loading pier next to the port.
Cabo de Gata-Níjar
Natural park with volcanic cliffs, coves and the Arrecife de las Sirenas reef, about 40 min away by car.
Playa de los Genoveses
One of the most beautiful unspoilt beaches in Cabo de Gata, near San José.
Where to stay in Almería
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Almería?
Almería is served by Almería (LEI).
How far is the airport from central Almería?
Almería airport is about 8 km from central Almería.
How do I get from the airport to central Almería?
From Almería airport you can take Línea 30 (Surbus) (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Almería?
Highlights of Almería include Alcazaba de Almería, Catedral de Almería, Cable Inglés, Cabo de Gata-Níjar, and Playa de los Genoveses.
Photo credits
- Alcazaba de Almería: Jebulon, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Catedral de Almería: Fernando, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cable Inglés: Ismael Olea, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cabo de Gata-Níjar: Martyn Thompson (Cabo de Gata Photography), CC BY-SA 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
- Playa de los Genoveses: isol, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons