San Juan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Wander around this spacious square in Cáceres’ historic center to take in a panorama of 15th-century streetscapes and the bustle of daily life.
Santa Maria Cathedral
See the golden tones of this remarkable Gothic cathedral’s timeworn stonework and explore the interiors to find ancient sepulchers and Romanesque relics.
Golfines de Abajo Palace
Spanning two centuries and a suite of different decorative styles, the façade of this stately Renaissance mansion in Cáceres is one of the city’s architectural gems.
Torre De Las Ciguena
Named after the storks that nested in its high battlements, this medieval tower was part of the ancient Almohad Fortress and now presents sweeping views of the town.
Gran Teatro de Cáceres
Enjoy a show at Gran Teatro de Cáceres, a popular theatre in Cáceres. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
San Juan Church
Find out about the history of Cáceres with a stop at San Juan Church. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
Activities
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
5-Day Andalusia and Toledo from Madrid via Caceres
Our pick of the best San Juan Hotel Deals
NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo
Best location in town. You’ll never get lost since hotel steps away from main plaza.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Alfonso IX
Excellent staff,very good cafe attached to the hotel close to the old town.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Exe Agora Caceres
So ehow had the disabled room, but all ok, carpark is accessible by a car lift just next to the entrance. Convenient very short walk into the main square. Lots of good places to eat and drink
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Don Carlos Cáceres
Muy bueno
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Qazris Suites
Exquisite. Perfect location right next to the museum. Surprising perks, including embossed towels, Refrigerator with bottled water, fresh milk, butter, and jam, plus a breakfast spread with muffins, mini-donuts, and cafe con leche. Perhaps the nicest element was an entire private rooftop patio, beautiful ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
KUBIK Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around San Juan
Distrito Centro-Casco-Antiguo
Distrito Centro-Casco-Antiguo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Casa del Sol and Cáceres Museum.
Plaza Mayor
Unique features of Plaza Mayor include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Plaza Mayor or Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma while you're exploring the area.
Caceres Old Town
Unique features of Caceres Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Casa del Sol or Golfines de Abajo Palace while you're exploring the area.
Santa Clara
Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Santa Clara. You might consider stopping by Visual Arts Centre Helga de Alvear Foundation while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Margallo
Margallo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Plaza Mayor and Casa de los Toledo-Moctezuma while you're in town.
La Madrila
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Madrila and surrounding area, you can visit Casa del Aguila and Casa del Sol.
