Hotels near Torre Tavira

Torre Tavira is the tallest of the old watchtowers that Cádiz merchants once built to spot their ships returning from the Americas, and at 45 metres above sea level it is the official highest point of the old city. Over 120 such towers survive across the rooftops, a reminder of the port's trading heyday.

Its star attraction is a camera obscura, which projects a live, moving image of the whole city onto a concave screen in a darkened room, narrated by a guide. Combined with the open terrace at the top, it is the best way to grasp the compact layout of Cádiz and its ring of sea.

Pro Tip: Entry is about 8 EUR and the camera obscura runs on timed sessions, so arrive early to book a slot. It works best on a bright, clear day when the projected image is sharpest.