Things to do in Almeria

4x4 "pirates route" tour in Cabo de Gata

Admire the natural landscapes, enjoy a private excursion and visit the exhibition about the park.

Cabo de Gata Catamaran Cruise

Spend the day sailing through Costa Almeria's premier natural park with a relaxing catamaran cruise. You'll glide by the wow-factor scenery of Cabo de Gata – the largest protected coastal area in Spain. Along the way, there's time to top up your tan, cool off with a swim, or grab a drink from the bar. Back on land, there's free time in the coastal village of Carboneras.

Almeria Shopping Trip from Mojacar

With Almeria just a stone's throw away from Mojacar, you can't miss out on a half-day trip to this historic Andalusian city. And this excursion makes it easy with transport all sorted and free time to enjoy munching your way through some tapas and shopping to your heart's content.

Oasys Mini Hollywood Theme Park from Mojacar

There's a miniature Hollywood film set waiting for you to star in. It's Almeria's wild and western Oasys Theme Park in the heart of the Tabernas Desert, where one minute you'll be channelling your inner Clint Eastwood, and the next, cooing over the animals in the park. A great day out for all the family.

Mojacar Tour & Cabo de Gata Cruise

This tour combines two of the Almeria's top attractions – the Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve and the historic hilltop village of Mojacar. You'll cruise off the coast of the Cabo de Gata and then head by coach to Mojacar, one of the prettiest pueblos in eastern Andalusia. Expect beaches to die for and history-steeped winding alleys.

Guided tour of the Alcazaba of Almería

Discover the incredible Alcazaba of Almería and learn more about the history of the city

La Almunya del Sur Botanical Garden

An oasis of tranquillity, La Almunya del Sur Botanical Garden provides a respite from Almeria's bustling beaches. You'll encounter a mudejar-style garden full of exotic plants, which have been nurtured over years of hard work and dedication.After a welcome drink on arrival, you can take your pick of the various walking routes around the botanical gardens. You'll be followed by the sound of trickling water throughout, with ponds and water features all around the garden, while a myriad of exotic and endemic plants capture your attention.Everything here has been designed carefully, with the environment and landscape in mind. And if you're a keen gardener, you can enjoy one of their workshops and activities on gardening, photography and even theatre – all relating to nature.

Sierra Nevada Tour

A chance to see the ‘other Andalusia' in the Sierra Nevada. You'll drive past rocky outcrops and olive and almond groves en route to Puerto La Ragua for a short walk through a pine forest. Then in Guadix – a town that's jumped out of the pages of The Hobbit – you'll get to see inside a cave dweller's home.

2-hour sailboat cruise at sunset in Cabo de Gata Natural Park

Enjoy the sunset from the boat, admire the landscapes of Cabo de Gata coast and sip a glass of wine and relax with your friends.

Cabo de Gata Natural Park kayak and snorkeling tour

Don't miss the chance to explore the Natural Park of Cabo de Gata with an expert guide on this kayak tour.

AquaVera Waterpark Ticket

If you're wanting to swap the beach for something more exciting, then AquaVera Waterpark in Vera, Almeria is just the ticket. You and the kids can enjoy a day of racing down slides, fun and attractions followed by some relaxation at the park's family-friendly facilities.

Oasys MiniHollywood Ticket

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly have all blown through with the tumbleweed in Oasys MiniHollywood. Anthony Quinn, Sean Connery and Brigitte Bardot all ‘got the T-shirt'. Even Clint Eastwood scuffed the dusty streets in spaghetti western, A Fistful of Dollars.