Chipiona, Andalusia
Provincia de Cádiz · Andalusia · Spain · 19,386 residents · on the coast
Chipiona is a seaside small town in Provincia de Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 19,386 people. There are 8 notable places to see in and around town, including Chipiona Lighthouse and Castillo. The nearest airport is Jerez (XRY), about 30 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Chipiona Lighthouse, Castillo and Museo Rocío Jurado.
- On the coast, with 4 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from April to July and September: daytime highs between 24°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Jerez (XRY) is 21 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Chipiona
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Chipiona
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Chipiona can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Chipiona
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for April to July and September.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Chipiona and the villages around it is a hire car from Jerez (XRY), about 30 min away.
Best time to visit Chipiona
April to July and September: daytime highs between 24°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 17°CJan38 mm
- 18°CFeb50 mm
- 20°CMar96 mm
- 24°CApr7 mm
- 24°CMay24 mm
- 27°CJun28 mm
- 30°CJul0 mm
- 32°CAug1 mm
- 27°CSept41 mm
- 24°COct191 mm
- 21°CNov56 mm
- 17°CDec27 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 9°C | 38 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 18°C | 10°C | 50 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 12°C | 96 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 24°C | 14°C | 7 mm | 12 h |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 24 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 19°C | 28 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 21°C | 0 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 32°C | 22°C | 1 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 19°C | 41 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 24°C | 17°C | 191 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 13°C | 56 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 17°C | 8°C | 27 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Jerez (XRY)21 miles, about 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Seville (SVQ)56 miles, about 1 h 19 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Gibraltar (GIB)73 miles, about 1 h 43 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 44 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Cádiz (16 miles), Huelva (43 miles), Tarifa (68 miles).
Chipiona is good for
Around Chipiona
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Chipiona worth visiting?
Yes. Chipiona is known for Chipiona Lighthouse, Castillo and Museo Rocío Jurado, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Chipiona?
April to July and September, with daytime highs between 24°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Chipiona from the UK?
Fly to Jerez (XRY), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 30 min by road. Seville (SVQ) is an alternative, 56 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 44 min.
Is Chipiona good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Chipiona?
Cadiz (17 miles), El Puerto de Santa María (15 miles), Sanlúcar de Barrameda (6 miles) and Jerez de la Frontera (17 miles) are all within an hour or so.




