Great Things to Do Near Casa Tomodoro
Visit Cape Trafalgar and the Costa de la Luz beaches
In 1805 the famous naval battle was fought just 5 miles off shore from the headland at Cape Trafalgar and you can begin to imagine the scene at this atmospheric and beautiful spot. The beaches here are superb too, Zahora at low tide is ideal for young families as it provides shallow waters and interesting rock pools. El Palmar just up the coast is a surfers paradise and is the home to some fantastic fish and seafood restaurants as well as night market and surf schools.
Spend the day at La Playita
Just a 15 minute walk from the house is the sandy lakeside "beach" with a bathing area and beach bar..
Discover the white villages
At Casa Tomodoro you are close to the foothills of the National Park Sierra de Grazalema. Here you can explore the pretty white washed mountain villages, such as Grazalema, Zahara de la Sierra and El Bosque.
Shop for local crafts
In Arcos you will find plenty of local craft shops to browse. In particular, hand painted ceramics.There are potters workshops, offering many styles fromt the most traditional to modern designs.
Wander around Arcos Old Town
Just 4km from the house, you can explore the town's medieval streets, impressive churches, fresh food markets, weekly open-air market and wonderful restaurants and tapas bars.
Enjoy a day on the lake
Wander along to one of the two water sports centres in El Santiscal where surfing, paddleboarding, windsurfing and jetskiing are just some of the fun activities to be enjoyed.
Go shopping...
... for leather goods in Ubrique!
Play golf!
There are some great courses in the area, all available to non-members. The closest is Montecastillo at Jerez, Montenmedio Country Club near Vejer and Fairplay Golf and Spa in Benalup are all within easy reach.
Explore Medina Sidonia
Visit this quaint white hilltop village, see the church and the Roman fortress and explore the old town that was once largely owned by the wealthiest family of Spain.
Visit Ronda
Ronda, the "city of dreams" is just over an hours drive away. Enjoy discovering the beautiful town, with its famous gorge and bridge.
Sip sherry in Jerez de la Frontera
In the home of sherry, brandy and sherry vinegar, visit one of the many bodegas (wineries) to experience how the local tipple is produced. Tio Pepe is a good place to start, with tours in various languages, generous tastings, a touristic train and shop.
See Cádiz
So rarely mentioned in any guidebook, but the old town is an absolute gem. Some of things to experience - visit the Cathedral, climb the Torre Tavira, explore the castle and get a sense of its naval history, or simply sit in a patio, be-decked with flowers and people watch.
Visit Tarifa on the southern tip of Andalucía
See the kite surfers (you could have a go yourself!), explore the castle and the old town and marvel at the views across to Morocco. Africa is just 11 miles away across the Straits.
Explore Sevilla
Discover its Cathedral, the Giralda Tower and the exquisite Moorish palace or Alcazar. You can even take a city bus tour - it's a great way to see the sights.
Bolonia - Baelo Claudia Roman Ruins
Be amazed by the scale of these largely unheard of Roman remains. A whole Roman city, tucked into a curve of the coastline. You can follow your archaeological exploration with a great fish lunch right there on the beach.
Visit Doñana National Park
Take a boat from Sanlucar and see its southern edges or drive to Matalascanas and do the full tour in a 4-wheel drive desert bus! This is Europe's largest birdlife reserve and quite unique.
Visit Gibraltar
Definitely not Spain - and not Britain either. A great day trip, the best bit is the Rock itself which you can access via cable car (arrive early to beat the queues), private tour or rent an E-bike. Other attractions include the World War II Tunnels, St Michaels Cave, the Windsor Suspension Bridge, The Skywalk and of course duty-free shopping. Don't forget your passports!
