Hernán Cortés
Cáceres
Visit Hernán Cortés
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Wander around this spacious square in Cáceres’ historic center to take in a panorama of 15th-century streetscapes and the bustle of daily life.
Golfines de Abajo Palace
Spanning two centuries and a suite of different decorative styles, the façade of this stately Renaissance mansion in Cáceres is one of the city’s architectural gems.
Santa Maria Cathedral
See the golden tones of this remarkable Gothic cathedral’s timeworn stonework and explore the interiors to find ancient sepulchers and Romanesque relics.
Church of San Francisco Javier
Learn about the local history of Cáceres when you spend time at Church of San Francisco Javier. Make time to visit the monuments and spas while you're in the area.
Torre De Las Ciguena
Named after the storks that nested in its high battlements, this medieval tower was part of the ancient Almohad Fortress and now presents sweeping views of the town.
Star Archway
Find out about the history of Cáceres when you spend time at Star Archway. Make time to visit the monuments and spas while you're in the area.
Things to do
7 day guided tour Andalusia and Madrid from Lisbon
Cáceres: Guided City Highlights Walking Tour
5-Day Andalusia and Toledo from Madrid via Caceres
Caceres: Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Top hotels in Hernán Cortés
Barceló Cáceres V Centenario
Reviewed on 23 Jul, 2025
Gran Hotel Don Manuel
NH Collection Cáceres Palacio de Oquendo
Parador de Cáceres
Extremadura Hotel
Soho Boutique Casa Don Fernando
Other neighbourhoods around Hernán Cortés
San Juan
San Juan is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Juan Church and Gran Teatro de Cáceres.
Margallo
Margallo is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Plaza Mayor and Acebo while you're in town.
Parque del Príncipe
Some popular features of Parque del Príncipe include its historical sites and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Acebo or Palace of the Marqueses de Torreorgaz are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
San Justo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Justo and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Mayor and Acebo.
Plaza Mayor
Unique features of Plaza Mayor include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Plaza Mayor or Acebo while you're exploring the area.
Caceres Old Town
Unique features of Caceres Old Town include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Casa del Sol or Casa del Aguila while you're exploring the area.