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Chipiona, Andalusia

Provincia de Cádiz · Andalusia · Spain · 19,386 residents · on the coast

Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 · Wikimedia Commons

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.

  • Chipiona Lighthouse1lighthouse

    Chipiona Lighthouse

    In the centre · Photo

    lighthouse in Chipiona, Province of Cádiz, Spain

  • Castillo2castle

    Castillo

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Chipiona, Spain

  • Museo Rocío Jurado3museum

    Museo Rocío Jurado

    1 mile from the centre · Photo

  • Playa de las Tres Piedras6beach

    Playa de las Tres Piedras

    2 miles from the centre · Photo

    Chipiona (Cádiz)

  • La Playa de Regla7beach

    La Playa de Regla

    In the centre · Photo

  • Costa Ballena Ocean Club de Golf8golf course

    Costa Ballena Ocean Club de Golf

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Playa del Guapo

    beach · 1 mile from the centre

  • Playa de las Canteras

    beach · In the centre

Tours & tickets in Chipiona

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Chipiona can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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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.

  1. 17°CJan38 mm
  2. 18°CFeb50 mm
  3. 20°CMar96 mm
  4. 24°CApr7 mm
  5. 24°CMay24 mm
  6. 27°CJun28 mm
  7. 30°CJul0 mm
  8. 32°CAug1 mm
  9. 27°CSept41 mm
  10. 24°COct191 mm
  11. 21°CNov56 mm
  12. 17°CDec27 mm

Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.

Full monthly table
MonthHighLowRainSun
Jan17°C9°C38 mm8 h
Feb18°C10°C50 mm9 h
Mar20°C12°C96 mm9 h
Apr24°C14°C7 mm12 h
May24°C16°C24 mm12 h
Jun27°C19°C28 mm13 h
Jul30°C21°C0 mm13 h
Aug32°C22°C1 mm13 h
Sept27°C19°C41 mm11 h
Oct24°C17°C191 mm9 h
Nov21°C13°C56 mm8 h
Dec17°C8°C27 mm8 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.

Where is Chipiona?

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