The Enchanting Plaza Mayor de Cáceres

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, you can navigate to Plaza Mayor de Cáceres using the following directions: From the A-66 highway, take the exit for Cáceres. Follow the signs to the city center (Centro) which will lead you to the Avenida de Alemania. Continue straight until you reach the Plaza de Colón, then turn left onto Calle de la Ronda de la Pza. de Colón. After a few blocks, follow the signs to Plaza Mayor. There is limited parking available around the plaza; you may need to use public parking lots nearby such as Parking Plaza de Santa María (approximately €1.50 per hour).

• Bus

  For those using public transportation, Cáceres has a bus station with connections to major cities in Extremadura. If you are coming from Badajoz, Mérida, or Plasencia, take a bus to the Cáceres bus station. From the bus station, it's about a 15-minute walk to Plaza Mayor. Exit the bus station and head northwest on Avenida de la Hispanidad, turn right onto Avenida de Alemania, and continue straight to reach the plaza.

• Train

  If you're coming by train, the Cáceres train station is well-connected to various cities including Madrid and Seville. Upon arriving at Cáceres train station, take Bus Line 4, which goes directly to the city center. Disembark at the stop 'Plaza de San Juan' and it's a short 5-minute walk to Plaza Mayor. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from the train station to the plaza for about €5.

• Taxi

  Taxis are readily available in Cáceres. If you prefer a direct route to Plaza Mayor, simply hail a taxi from your location. The fare from the train or bus stations to Plaza Mayor should not exceed €10. It's advisable to confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.