Medina Sidonia, Andalusia
Provincia de Cádiz · Andalusia · Spain · 11,658 residents
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Castillo de Torre Estrella (Medina-Sidonia)
Castillo Berroquejo
Complejo endorreico de Puerto Real
Ermita de los Santos Mártires (Medina-Sidonia)
Castillo de Medina SidoniaMedina Sidonia is a small town in Provincia de Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 11,658 people. There are 8 notable places to see in and around town, including Castillo de Torre Estrella (Medina-Sidonia) and Castillo Berroquejo. The nearest airport is Gibraltar (GIB), about 55 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Castillo de Torre Estrella (Medina-Sidonia), Castillo Berroquejo and Complejo endorreico de Puerto Real.
- Easy to reach: Gibraltar (GIB) is 39 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Medina Sidonia
Ranked by how well known they are.
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1castleCastillo de Torre Estrella (Medina-Sidonia)
4 miles from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Medina-Sidonia, Spain
- 2castle
- 3protected area
- 4archaeological site
Ermita de los Santos Mártires (Medina-Sidonia)
1 mile from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Medina-Sidonia, Spain
- 5castle
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6museum
7archaeological siteArco de Belén (Medina-Sidonia)
In the centre · Photo
8archaeological site
Tours & tickets in Medina Sidonia
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Medina Sidonia can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Medina Sidonia are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Medina Sidonia and the villages around it is a hire car from Gibraltar (GIB), about 55 min away.
Best time to visit Medina Sidonia
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Gibraltar (GIB)39 miles, about 55 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Jerez (XRY)21 miles, about 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Seville (SVQ)66 miles, about 1 h 34 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 56 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Cádiz (21 miles), Algeciras (35 miles), Tarifa (35 miles).
Medina Sidonia is good for
Around Medina Sidonia
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Medina Sidonia worth visiting?
Yes. Medina Sidonia is known for Castillo de Torre Estrella (Medina-Sidonia), Castillo Berroquejo and Complejo endorreico de Puerto Real. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Medina Sidonia from the UK?
Fly to Gibraltar (GIB), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 55 min by road. Jerez (XRY) is an alternative, 21 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 56 min.
Is Medina Sidonia good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Medina Sidonia?
Cadiz (21 miles), Algeciras (35 miles), El Puerto de Santa María (19 miles) and Sanlúcar de Barrameda (32 miles) are all within an hour or so.