San Juan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Juan
Photo "San Juan" by Leandro Neumann Ciuffo (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Leandro Neumann Ciuffo (CC BY)

Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor

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.

Plaza Mayor
Golfines de Abajo Palace

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.

Golfines de Abajo Palace
Santa Maria Cathedral

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.

Santa Maria Cathedral
Church of San Francisco Javier

Church of San Francisco Javier

After visiting Church of San Francisco Javier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cáceres. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Church of San Francisco Javier
Casa de la Ciguena

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.

Torre De Las Ciguena
Star Archway

Star Archway

Find out about the history of Cáceres when you spend time at Star Archway. Make time to visit the monuments and spas while you're in the area.

Star Archway

Activities

Monuments

10-Day Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid

AU$2,886
per adult
10-Day Andalusia and Morocco from Madrid
Caceres

5-Day Andalusia and Toledo from Madrid via Caceres

AU$1,331
per adult
5-Day Andalusia and Toledo from Madrid via Caceres
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

AU$25
per adult
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Private guided tour of Plasencia

Private guided tour of Plasencia

AU$286
per adult
Private guided tour of Plasencia
Caceres: Guided Sunset Sightseeing Tour

Caceres: Guided Sunset Sightseeing Tour

AU$18
per adult
Caceres: Guided Sunset Sightseeing Tour
Cáceres Complete with Tickets

Cáceres Complete with Tickets

AU$34
per adult
Cáceres Complete with Tickets
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Our pick of the best San Juan Hotel Deals

NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo

NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo

4 out of 5
Plaza San Juan, 11, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is AU$144 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$144
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (611 reviews)
"Excellent service from the reception staff. The restaurant is excellent. The room was very spacious with a very comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 23 June 2025

NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo
Hotel Alfonso IX

Hotel Alfonso IX

2 out of 5
Calle Moret 20, Cáceres, Caceres
Stay at this hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (250 reviews)
"A cozy no frills hotel in the historic center of Caceres. Everything was good for the price. It might be good to have a fridge in the room, but that was not crucial."

Reviewed on 5 July 2025

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Hotel Alfonso IX
Don Carlos Cáceres

Don Carlos Cáceres

2 out of 5
C/ Donoso Cortés 13-15, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is AU$101 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
AU$101
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Gran Teatro de Cáceres and San Juan Church are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
"Nice affordable little hotel very close to the monument in caceres. Friendly staff, quiet, comfortable basic room."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Don Carlos Cáceres
Exe Agora Caceres

Exe Agora Caceres

4 out of 5
Calle Parra, 25, Cáceres, Caceres
The price is AU$125 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$125
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions San Juan Church and ...
8/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
"Triple room was just a small double with an extra bed"

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Exe Agora Caceres
KUBIK Hotel

KUBIK Hotel

2 out of 5
C/ Pintores 28 - 2 piso, Cáceres, Caceres
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$84 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$84
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cáceres. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Juan Church and Acebo are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (93 reviews)
One of the better rooms I have had in Spain.
"Excellent location. Room was very nice and the bathroom good size. Elevator was helpful but optional. Check in was awkward with their automated entry but once in you switched to manual keys which worked fine. Very convenient to food"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2024

KUBIK Hotel
204 Studio Plaza - Apartments Plaza Mayor 35

204 Studio Plaza - Apartments Plaza Mayor 35

Cáceres
The price is AU$175 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$175
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Cáceres. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Acebo and Salvatierra de Santiago are located ...
"Loved the location although it is a bit of a challenge to get to the apartment from the 12 Euro a night parking garage. Description states that there is on site parking? If you have health issues I would not recommend staying at this location as you will have to haul your luggage from the parking ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2023

204 Studio Plaza - Apartments Plaza Mayor 35
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Other neighbourhoods around San Juan

Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor

Unique features of Plaza Mayor include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Plaza Mayor or Acebo while you're exploring the area.

Plaza Mayor
Golfines de Abajo Palace

Caceres Old Town

Unique features of Caceres Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Casa del Sol or Casa del Aguila while you're exploring the area.

Caceres Old Town
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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.

Santa Clara
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Cánovas

The restaurants and historical sites are just a few features travellers like about Cánovas. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz and Acebo are a few top places to visit.

Cánovas
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Margallo

Margallo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Plaza Mayor and Acebo while you're in town.

Margallo
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Virgen de Guadalupe

While Virgen de Guadalupe isn't home to many top sights, Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz and Acebo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Virgen de Guadalupe

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