Castle of Santa Catalina
Castillo de Santa Catalina
A star-shaped sea fortress built in 1598 after an English raid. It is free to visit, and its walls overlook La Caleta Bay.
After an Anglo-Dutch fleet sacked Cádiz in 1596, Spain built this star-shaped bastion at the northern tip of La Caleta in 1598. It later served for a long time as a military fortress and prison. The castle is now open free of charge. Its small chapel and barracks have been turned into exhibition halls and cultural spaces, and summer nights often bring concerts. Walking the full circuit of the walls gives views over La Caleta Beach, the Castle of San Sebastián across the water, and the Atlantic.
Opening hours
approx. 11:00–19:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- La Caleta Beach
- Barrio de La Viña
- Parque Genovés
- Gran Teatro Falla
- Museo de las Cortes de Cádiz
- Oratory of San Felipe Neri
- Castle of San Sebastián
- Torre Tavira