2025 Algeciras Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

[Mercado de Abastos (Ingeniero Torroja) | A market where Algeciras's vitality and architecture shine] — An octagonal circular dome dyed in the morning sun, the kitchen of the southern tip of Spain where local daily life lives on — 📍Location Plaza Nuestra Señora de la Palma (Plaza Baja). Located in the center of Algeciras, close to the sea, it is a spot where locals gather in the morning with the lively morning atmosphere.  🏛️History and Architecture A large market designed by civil engineer Eduardo Torroja in 1935 and architect Manuel Sánchez Arcas. The thin dome, about 48 meters high, is supported without internal columns and was one of the largest domes in the world at the time. . It was designated a cultural property in 2001 and is considered a masterpiece of 20th century modernist architecture. ⏱️Opening hours & estimated stay Open Monday to Saturday, from morning until around 3:00 p.m. It takes about 30 to 60 minutes to enjoy the whole market. ⸻ ✨Recommended points • Architectural beauty x open space: The dome-shaped roof supported by eight outer pillars and the skylight in the center are grand and open. The market feels good with light and breezes passing through! • A lively morning scene: The market is full of lively exchanges between local vendors and citizens, such as vegetables, fruits, fish, and meat. There is also a bar and a bakery, so it is also a good place to have breakfast. • A place connected to events: In early November, people gather at the market for the "Fiesta de los Tosantos", and it becomes a cultural place with lively music and food stalls. ⸻ 🎒 Tips • Go in the morning! : The liveliness is at its peak. Mornings with the skylights streaming in are especially recommended. • Bring coins and an eco-bag: It is easy to buy even small amounts, and they will sell them by weight. • Take a break at the market bar: There is a corner where you can enjoy a snack or a drink. •Parking is also easy: There is a 24-hour parking lot near the market (paid) () #Absolutely free trip #Spain #Algeciras

I have to say first up this hotel is amazing ! For a four star hotel you can find some amazing rates for rooms ! I was catching a bus the next day and needed a place to stay in Algeciras for a night , and the Mir Octavio did not disappoint, the place is spotless and in a great location , I also had a room on a high floor with a balcony and enjoyed some great views. I had a great sleep and left the next morning feeling refreshed ready for the next part of my journey … Featuring air-conditioned rooms with balconies and free WiFi, Mir Octavio is located just 700m from Algeciras Port , ideal if you’re catching a ferry ! It offers private parking and a 24-hr front desk. The hotel’s restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, and there is also a bar selling drinks and snacks. Mir Octavio is also well located with Algeciras Bus Station adjacent to the hotel and the Train Station is very close as well. Set on the Strait of Gibraltar, Algeciras is less than 3km from the beaches at San Garcia, while the border with Gibraltar is less than 20km away. Cádiz and Malaga can be reached within 90 minutes by car. Check out/in 14.00/11.00

My backpacking and ferry adventures once again took me to Algeciras and a nights stay at the hotel Maria Luisa. I had a very comfortable but brief stay in this budget hotel which was also very clean and the staff friendly. Set in Algeciras and with Rinconcillo Beach reachable within 1.2km the Hotel Maria Luisa offers allergy-free rooms ,a shared lounge , free WiFi and a bar , room service and a 24- hour front desk for guests. Guest rooms at the hotel all feature flat screen TVs with cable channels , private bathrooms with shower and free toiletries, as well as air conditioning and a desk. The property is close to shops , pizza Pronto (30yds away) and a supermarket 300yds away, the La Duquesa Golf is 35km away ,the Cathedrals of the Holy Trinity and St Mary the Crowned are 21km away. If you’re catching a ferry and need to get to the Port of Algeciras it will take you 30 minutes on foot . There is onsite parking for guests and check in is from 14:00 to 18:00 check out until 12:00. To sum up my stay at the Hotel Maria Luisa , budget hotel but very clean and comfortable set in a great central location in Algeciras, I would definitely recommend and stay here again 👍🏼

Andalusia Tour ~ Cadiz (Region) Explore the seven rooms of the museum and learn about the history of the city. It explains the different stages of the city's history in a clear and educational way. The exhibition takes you on a journey from the most distant past – prehistory – through the Phoenician, Roman, Visigothic, Byzantine and Moorish periods, all the way to modern Algeciras. I wish all cities had a museum like this. #2024TravelReview #SpainTravel #Andalucia

Andalusia Tour ~ Cadiz (Region) It is located at the eastern end of the Bay of Algeciras, across the sea from Gibraltar, making it one of the most important passenger and commercial ports in Europe. The San Isidro district is the oldest part of the city, with narrow and steep streets. The most interesting monuments include the 18th-century church of Nuestra Señora de la Palma and the 17th-century chapel of Nuestra Señora de Europa. It also has excellent beaches such as Rinconcillo, San García and Getares, although due to its long seafaring tradition a large part of its 23 km of coastline is dedicated to industrial development. #2024TravelReview #SpainTravel #Andalucia

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