Main Sights in Tarifa

Castillo Santa Catalina is an observation tower which was constructed in 1931 Santa Catalina Castle: Tarifa’s Unusual Castle That Was Never Meant to Be One.

Isla de las Palomas is a small island linked to the town of Tarifa by a causeway, which extends south into the Atlantic Ocean from the town. The island is the southernmost point of mainland Spain… More →

This impressive, solidly-built Moorish fortification, which played an important part in early Spanish history, has been recently restored. As the southern-most point of the peninsula, Tarifa… More →

Tarifa is a small but historic town with a relaxed vibe. Its most famous monument is the castle . Other attractions are Alhameda Gardens, Plaza de la Ranita, Church of San Mateo, Jerez Gate,… More →

You can get an impressive view over the Straits of Gibraltar to Morocco from the Miramar Gardens on Calle Amargura next to the Town Hall in Plaza de la Ranita. The gardens are located on top of… More →

The magnificent church of San Mateo is the main church in Tarifa, located in the centre of the old town on Calle Sancho IV el Bravo. All the town´s big weddings and religious festivals are held… More →

According to legend, the Santuario de la Virgen de la Luz was ordered by Alfonso XI to commemorate the victory in the battle of Salado. The church itself has a has a Latin cross plan made up of… More →

This is a typical Andalucian tree-lined avenue with bars and restaurants, where the old folk sit on wrought-iron benches in the shade of the vast palms. You will find a number of good… More →

This central plazain Tarifa town has three names. Officially called Plaza de Santa Maria, after the church on one corner, its older name of Plaza Alfonso XII is still on the wall. However it is… More →

The Municipal Museum in Tarifa is well worth a visit. It is located in the same attractive square as the Town Hall, officially called Plaza de Santa Maria, but known locally as the Square of… More →

Jerez Gate is is a medieval gateway flanked by two crenellated towers and the only entrance through the old Moorish city walls that remains today of the four original ones - as the name… More →