San Fernando, Andalusia
Provincia de Cádiz · Andalusia · Spain · 95,174 residents · on the coast
Bahía de Cádiz Natural Park
Panteón de Marinos Ilustres, San Fernando (Cadiz)
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Plaza de toros de San Fernando
Puente ZuazoSan Fernando is a seaside town in Provincia de Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 95,174 people. There are 11 notable places to see in and around town, including Bahía de Cádiz Natural Park and Panteón de Marinos Ilustres, San Fernando (Cadiz). The nearest airport is Jerez (XRY), about 29 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Bahía de Cádiz Natural Park, Panteón de Marinos Ilustres, San Fernando (Cadiz) and Playa de Camposoto.
- On the coast, with 3 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from April to July, September and November: daytime highs between 21°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Jerez (XRY) is 20 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in San Fernando
Ranked by how well known they are.
- 1Bahía de Cádiz Natural Park
- 2Panteón de Marinos Ilustres, San Fernando (Cadiz)
- 3Playa de Camposoto
- 4Plaza de toros de San Fernando
- 5Puente Zuazo
- 6Jardín Botánico de San Fernando
- 7Castillo de San Romualdo
- 8Museo Naval de San Fernando
- 9Museo Histórico Municipal de San Fernando
- 10Casería Beach
- 11Playa de Torregorda
1protected area- 2museum
Panteón de Marinos Ilustres, San Fernando (Cadiz)
In the centre · Photo
building in San Fernando, Spain
- 3beach
- 4amphitheatre
- 5aqueduct
6botanical garden
7castle
9museumMuseo Histórico Municipal de San Fernando
1 mile from the centre · Photo
Museum in San Fernando, Spain
10beach
Museo Naval de San Fernando
museum · 1 mile from the centre
Playa de Torregorda
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in San Fernando
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around San Fernando can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in San Fernando
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for April to July, September and November.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach San Fernando and the villages around it is a hire car from Jerez (XRY), about 29 min away.
Best time to visit San Fernando
April to July, September and November: daytime highs between 21°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 17°CJan50 mm
- 18°CFeb56 mm
- 20°CMar111 mm
- 23°CApr8 mm
- 24°CMay23 mm
- 27°CJun22 mm
- 30°CJul2 mm
- 31°CAug1 mm
- 27°CSept54 mm
- 24°COct196 mm
- 21°CNov54 mm
- 18°CDec29 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 9°C | 50 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 18°C | 10°C | 56 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 11°C | 111 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 23°C | 13°C | 8 mm | 12 h |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 23 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 19°C | 22 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 20°C | 2 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 21°C | 1 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 18°C | 54 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 24°C | 17°C | 196 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 13°C | 54 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 18°C | 9°C | 29 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)20 miles, about 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Gibraltar (GIB)52 miles, about 1 h 14 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Seville (SVQ)67 miles, about 1 h 35 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 25 h 1 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Cádiz (6 miles), Tarifa (46 miles), Algeciras (48 miles).
San Fernando is good for
Around San Fernando
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is San Fernando worth visiting?
Yes. San Fernando is known for Bahía de Cádiz Natural Park, Panteón de Marinos Ilustres, San Fernando (Cadiz) and Playa de Camposoto, 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 San Fernando?
April to July, September and November, with daytime highs between 21°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to San Fernando from the UK?
Fly to Jerez (XRY), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 29 min by road. Gibraltar (GIB) is an alternative, 52 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 25 h 1 min.
Is San Fernando good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near San Fernando?
Cadiz (6 miles), El Puerto de Santa María (8 miles), Sanlúcar de Barrameda (23 miles) and Jerez de la Frontera (15 miles) are all within an hour or so.