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Alcazaba of Almería – Alcazaba gardens, walls, Almeria, Spain📷 Jebulon, CC0

Alcazaba of Almería

Almería, Spain

History

A tenth-century Moorish fortress whose walls run along the ridge above the old town, with gardens inside and wide views over the port. Go early in summer, as there is little shade on the upper terraces.

Nearest town
Almería, Spain
Category
History & culture
GPS
36.8414, -2.4700

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, May, September and December. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Muelle levanteMotorhome stopover
    1 km from Alcazaba of Almería
    Motorhomes
  • La GarrofaCampsite
    4 km from Alcazaba of Almería
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • Camper Park Sierra AlhamillaMotorhome stopover
    11 km from Alcazaba of Almería
    Motorhomes
  • Campsite RoquetasCampsite
    12 km from Alcazaba of Almería
  • Camping Cabo de GataCampsite
    20 km from Alcazaba of Almería
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Fort BravoCampsite
    23 km from Alcazaba of Almería
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal

All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Alcazaba of Almería?

Alcazaba of Almería is in Almería, Spain, at GPS 36.8414, -2.4700. It is about 21 km from San Miguel de Cabo de Gata.

Can you camp near Alcazaba of Almería?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Muelle levante, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Alcazaba of Almería?

Alcazaba of Almería is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Almería: Tabernas desert and Cabo de Gata.

What is there to see near Alcazaba of Almería?

Places worth a stop nearby: Tabernas Desert (20 km), Cabo de Gata lighthouse (28 km), Playa de Mónsul (31 km) and Barrio de las Cuevas, Guadix (78 km).

When is the best time to visit Alcazaba of Almería?

The most pleasant months are usually April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, May, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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