Alcazaba de Badajoz
A large walled Moorish citadel on the hill above the city, with the Espantaperros tower and views over the Guadiana.
Badajoz, Spain
Badajoz: airports, things to do and where to stay
Badajoz, the largest city in Extremadura, sits on the banks of the Guadiana right by the Portuguese border. It keeps a large Moorish citadel, bastioned walls and an old town with arcaded squares.
Badajoz airports
From the airport to central Badajoz
Badajoz airport is about 13 km from central Badajoz.
Tubasa línea 12
City bus between the airport and Badajoz, hourly on weekdays. At weekends and on public holidays it runs on demand, booked via the Tubasa app.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. Central Badajoz is about 14 km away, with a minimum fare of around €20.
Badajoz
Things to do in Badajoz
Plaza Alta
An arcaded square at the foot of the citadel, with striking painted façades.
Puerta de Palmas
A monumental 16th-century gate flanked by two towers, at the end of the Palmas bridge over the Guadiana.
Catedral de San Juan Bautista
A fortress-like cathedral with a sturdy tower, on Plaza de España in the heart of the city.
Where to stay in Badajoz
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Badajoz?
Badajoz is served by Badajoz (BJZ).
How far is the airport from central Badajoz?
Badajoz airport is about 13 km from central Badajoz.
How do I get from the airport to central Badajoz?
From Badajoz airport you can take Tubasa línea 12 (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Badajoz?
Highlights of Badajoz include Alcazaba de Badajoz, Plaza Alta, Puerta de Palmas, and Catedral de San Juan Bautista.
Photo credits
- Alcazaba de Badajoz: CARLOS TEIXIDOR CADENAS, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Plaza Alta: Stegop, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Puerta de Palmas: Benjamin Smith, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Catedral de San Juan Bautista: Zarateman, CC0, Wikimedia Commons