Address: GMHM+FH, P.º Fernando Quiñones, s/n, 11002 Cádiz, Spain
Perched dramatically at the end of a wave-swept causeway, Castillo de San Sebastián is where ancient legend, pirate-era defense, and epic sea views all collide. Once believed to house a Phoenician temple to Kronos, this tiny island off the coast of Cádiz later became a 15th-century sanctuary for plague-stricken Venetian sailors—who built a chapel from the ruins of an old lighthouse.
By 1706, the site transformed into a full-blown fortress, complete with a watchtower, defensive walls, and a drawbridge-accessed moat. Today, the castle doubles as an open-air concert venue and exhibition space, where you can explore the casemates or just watch the sun dip behind the Atlantic. It’s rugged, romantic, and perfect for history lovers, music fans, or anyone into moody seaside walks with a story to tell.
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There’s much more to discover in Cádiz! Check out our Guide to Cádiz for a closer look at the city’s culture, heritage, and unmissable experiences.
