Coria, Extremadura
Provincia de Cáceres · Extremadura · Spain · 12,896 residents
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Coria is a small town in Provincia de Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain, home to around 12,896 people. There are 3 notable places to see in and around town, including Catedral de Santa María de la Asunción de Coria and Castle of Coria. The nearest airport is Badajoz (BJZ), about 1 h 49 min by road.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Catedral de Santa María de la Asunción de Coria, Castle of Coria and Museo de la Cárcel Real de Coria.
- Badajoz (BJZ) is 77 miles away.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Coria
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Tours & tickets in Coria
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Coria can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Coria are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Coria and the villages around it is a hire car from Badajoz (BJZ), about 1 h 49 min away.
Best time to visit Coria
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Badajoz (BJZ)77 miles, about 1 h 49 min by road
- Salamanca (SLM)86 miles, about 2 h 2 min by road
- Viseu (VSE)88 miles, about 2 h 5 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 58 min without stops.
Coria is good for
Around Coria
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Coria worth visiting?
Yes. Coria is known for Catedral de Santa María de la Asunción de Coria, Castle of Coria and Museo de la Cárcel Real de Coria. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Coria from the UK?
Fly to Badajoz (BJZ), then it is about 1 h 49 min by road. Salamanca (SLM) is an alternative, 86 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 58 min.
Is Coria good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Coria?
Cáceres (36 miles), Plasencia (24 miles), Cañaveral (15 miles) and Torrejón el Rubio (31 miles) are all within an hour or so.