Getting ashore
Ships dock at the Alfonso XIII terminal in the centre of town. You walk off the pier into the terminal with shops, information desks and free Wi-Fi. Plaza de San Juan de Dios is a five-minute walk across the road. No shuttle is needed.
Watch-outs
The old-town streets are narrow and partly cobbled. They are flat but can be crowded when ships are in. The long walk along the sea walls is open to the sun. Bring water. Taxis are easy but unnecessary for the historic centre. Confirm any train time if you go to Seville.
Getting into Cadiz
The terminal sits beside the main square. The cathedral, Torre Tavira and the Roman theatre are all within a 15-minute walk. Local buses run from nearby stops if you want the longer beach. A taxi rank is outside the terminal for longer trips.
Taxis & ride apps
Taxis are metered. A short ride inside the city is about €5–8. Playa de la Victoria is about €8. Uber is limited. Agree the fare or watch the meter. Name the Alfonso XIII cruise terminal for the return. Hourly hire is available for Jerez.
What to do nearby
Walk from the square into the old town. The cathedral, sea walls and La Caleta beach are all on foot. The central market is a short walk if it is open. These streets are compact and mostly flat. You can cover the main sights without transport.
Going further
Jerez is about 45 minutes by train or taxi for sherry bodegas and horses. Seville is about 1 hour 30 minutes by train from the station near the square. Both need a clear return plan. The train is cheaper than a taxi for Seville.
Food & shopping
Cafés and shops line the streets off the main square. The market has local food. Tapas places are easy to find. Cards and euros work everywhere. Smaller stalls prefer cash.
Opening times & connectivity
Shops open about 10 am and close for a long lunch, reopening until 8 or later. Many stay open when ships are in. Free Wi-Fi at the terminal. Spanish is the language; English is spoken in tourist areas. Emergency number is 112.
Accessibility & mobility
The terminal to the square is flat. Old-town streets are narrow and partly cobbled. A wheelchair can manage the main square but not every lane. Ask the ship about the gangway. Name the cruise terminal for any return taxi.