Teruel, Aragon
Provincia de Teruel · Aragon · Spain · 36,240 residents
Teruel is a town in Provincia de Teruel, Aragon, Spain, home to around 36,240 people. There are 9 notable places to see in and around town, including Teruel Cathedral and Dinópolis. The nearest airport is Valencia (VLC), about 1 h 36 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Teruel Cathedral, Dinópolis and Bullring of Teruel.
- Best weather from April to May and September to October: daytime highs between 21°C and 25°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Valencia (VLC) is 68 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Teruel
Ranked by how well known they are.
1cathedral
2museum
3amphitheatre
4museum
5aqueduct
6palace
7amphitheatre
8palaceEpiscopal palace of Teruel
In the centre · Photo
9palace
Tours & tickets in Teruel
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Teruel can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Teruel are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Teruel and the villages around it is a hire car from Valencia (VLC), about 1 h 36 min away.
Best time to visit Teruel
April to May and September to October: daytime highs between 21°C and 25°C with little rain.
- 11°CJan27 mm
- 13°CFeb12 mm
- 17°CMar38 mm
- 21°CApr6 mm
- 22°CMay58 mm
- 26°CJun71 mm
- 33°CJul22 mm
- 33°CAug7 mm
- 25°CSept38 mm
- 21°COct48 mm
- 16°CNov13 mm
- 12°CDec10 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11°C | 1°C | 27 mm | 7 h |
| Feb | 13°C | 0°C | 12 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 3°C | 38 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 6°C | 6 mm | 12 h |
| May | 22°C | 8°C | 58 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 26°C | 12°C | 71 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 33°C | 16°C | 22 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 33°C | 16°C | 7 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 12°C | 38 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 10°C | 48 mm | 8 h |
| Nov | 16°C | 5°C | 13 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 12°C | 1°C | 10 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Valencia (VLC)68 miles, about 1 h 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)91 miles, about 2 h 10 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Madrid (MAD)130 miles, about 3 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 17 h 21 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (75 miles).
Teruel is good for
Around Teruel
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Teruel worth visiting?
Yes. Teruel is known for Teruel Cathedral, Dinópolis and Bullring of Teruel. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Teruel?
April to May and September to October, with daytime highs between 21°C and 25°C with little rain.
How do I get to Teruel from the UK?
Fly to Valencia (VLC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 36 min by road. Zaragoza (ZAZ) is an alternative, 91 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 17 h 21 min.
Is Teruel good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Teruel?
Albarracín (18 miles), Rubielos de Mora (26 miles), Alpuente (33 miles) and Mosqueruela (35 miles) are all within an hour or so.