Ciudad Rodrigo, Castille and León
Provincia de Salamanca · Castille and León · Spain · 14,080 residents
Ciudad Rodrigo
Ciudad Rodrigo Cathedral of Santa María
Castle of Enrique II, Ciudad Rodrigo
Monasterio de la Caridad, Ciudad Rodrigo_-_003_(31407855995).jpg/500px-Museo_del_Orinal_(Ciudad_Rodrigo)_-_003_(31407855995).jpg)
Museo del OrinalCiudad Rodrigo is a small town in Provincia de Salamanca, Castille and León, Spain, home to around 14,080 people. There are 9 notable places to see in and around town, including Ciudad Rodrigo and Ciudad Rodrigo Cathedral of Santa María. The nearest airport is Salamanca (SLM), about 1 h 24 min by road.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Ciudad Rodrigo, Ciudad Rodrigo Cathedral of Santa María and Castle of Enrique II, Ciudad Rodrigo.
- Best weather from September: daytime highs between 25°C and 25°C with little rain.
- Salamanca (SLM) is 59 miles away.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Ciudad Rodrigo
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beautiful village- 2cathedral
Ciudad Rodrigo Cathedral of Santa María
In the centre · Photo
cultural property in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain
- 3castle
Castle of Enrique II, Ciudad Rodrigo
In the centre · Photo
- 4monastery
Monasterio de la Caridad, Ciudad Rodrigo
3 miles from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain
- 5museum
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7amphitheatre
8amphitheatre
9palacePalacio del Conde de Alba de Yeltes, Ciudad Rodrigo
In the centre · Photo
Tours & tickets in Ciudad Rodrigo
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Ciudad Rodrigo can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Ciudad Rodrigo are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Ciudad Rodrigo and the villages around it is a hire car from Salamanca (SLM), about 1 h 24 min away.
Best time to visit Ciudad Rodrigo
September: daytime highs between 25°C and 25°C with little rain.
- 11°CJan83 mm
- 13°CFeb45 mm
- 15°CMar93 mm
- 20°CApr30 mm
- 21°CMay61 mm
- 26°CJun61 mm
- 32°CJul3 mm
- 33°CAug1 mm
- 25°CSept34 mm
- 20°COct129 mm
- 15°CNov63 mm
- 11°CDec15 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11°C | 3°C | 83 mm | 7 h |
| Feb | 13°C | 2°C | 45 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 15°C | 5°C | 93 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 20°C | 7°C | 30 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 9°C | 61 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 26°C | 14°C | 61 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 16°C | 3 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 33°C | 17°C | 1 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 13°C | 34 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 20°C | 11°C | 129 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 15°C | 7°C | 63 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 11°C | 2°C | 15 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Salamanca (SLM)59 miles, about 1 h 24 min by road
- Viseu (VSE)71 miles, about 1 h 42 min by road
- Vila Real (VRL)78 miles, about 1 h 50 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 4 min without stops.
Ciudad Rodrigo is good for
Around Ciudad Rodrigo
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Ciudad Rodrigo worth visiting?
Yes. Ciudad Rodrigo is known for Ciudad Rodrigo, Ciudad Rodrigo Cathedral of Santa María and Castle of Enrique II, Ciudad Rodrigo. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Ciudad Rodrigo?
September, with daytime highs between 25°C and 25°C with little rain.
How do I get to Ciudad Rodrigo from the UK?
Fly to Salamanca (SLM), then it is about 1 h 24 min by road. Viseu (VSE) is an alternative, 71 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 4 min.
Is Ciudad Rodrigo good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Ciudad Rodrigo?
La Alberca (23 miles), Miranda del Castañar (29 miles) and San Martín del Castañar (25 miles) are all within an hour or so.