Guide for those who have just arrived in Caceres

Supermarkets

Remember that supermarkets in Cáceres are closed on Sundays. The exception is Carrefour (the large one), which is open only on the first Sunday of the month, and Carrefour Express (Calle Pintores), which is open every Sunday until 3 p.m. Some Spar locations are also open on Sunday mornings. Always check Google before leaving home to make sure they are open.

To save money, we recommend using the more popular supermarkets. And don’t forget to bring your own bags! There are different supermarket chains in the city like Día, Spar, and Tambo. There are also “multitiendas” (small local shops with various food products). A few 24-hour shops can help in an emergency: Punto 24 (on Avenida de Alemania 4 and Avenida Virgen de Guadalupe 12). If you prefer bigger stores, here are some options:

Mercadona: This is a fully Spanish supermarket, great for getting to know the local products. It’s well-priced and a solid choice.

Carrefour: Much larger than Mercadona, well-priced, and offers a wide variety of products. It’s farther from the city center but close to the “Ruta de la Plata” shopping mall, which includes stores like Zara, Springfield, Pull and Bear, among others. If you plan to stay long in Cáceres, consider getting a Carrefour loyalty card for discounts and reward points. There's also a bus from the center to this store—check it out!

Street Market: Known as a "feria" in some countries. If you want fresh fruits and vegetables, cheap clothes, flowers, plants, or bedding, and want to meet the local gypsy community, head to Fausto Picapiedra Street, 7, on Wednesdays only, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Double-check the schedule as it might change.

Remar: This is a store, moving company, drug rehab center, and also an evangelical church. If you’re looking for second-hand furniture or clothes, this is a great option. There are two Remar warehouses in Cáceres: one on Ronda de San Francisco and one on Calle Sanguino Michel.

Locutorio: A shop chain across Spain with Latin American products. Here you’ll find mate, Colombian coffee, Brazilian guaraná, and more.

Eating Out

Kebab K2: Located half a block from Plaza Mayor. Many people return to Cáceres just to eat a mixed beef-chicken kebab with fries and a drink.

Burgers: The cheapest are “Dino” (near Cruz de los Caídos) and La Pacheca. Others include Wyco, Goiko, TheGoodBurguer, and Hollywood.

Churros Factory: You can get a coffee and the typical tomato and olive oil toast for only €2.20. Try all the different types of toast (mollete, bakery bread, baguette, etc.) to find your favorite! And of course, if you want to feel truly Spanish, grab some churros or porras with hot chocolate. Other churrerías include the ones at Plaza Mayor and San Blas.

Bars

It’s hard to list all the bars in Cáceres, because there are so many! What’s important to know is that Spain has a strong bar culture. People gather in bars with friends and family, and it’s normal to see kids there too. Spaniards may not invite you to their home, but they’ll definitely meet you at a bar. Drinking alcohol is not seen as a sin here. If you want to order something typical, try a “tinto de verano” or a “caña” (small beer).

Mobile Companies

Companies like Orange, Movistar, Simyo, Yoigo, Pepephone, etc., operate here. Choose one that has an office in Cáceres in case of issues. You can go with prepaid or a monthly plan. Ask around or check online to compare services.

Drive License

If you have a driver’s license from your country, it’s valid for up to 6 months from your entry into Spain.

Buses

Bus companies operating in and out of Cáceres include: Avanza Bus, FlixBus (usually the cheapest), and Alsa Bus.

Evangelical Churches

Some of the well-known ones are Remar, Cristo La Roca, Buenas Notícias, El Puente, Asamblea de Dios, Bautista Águas Vivas, and Comunidad Hogar. If you want to see the gypsy culture in action, visit the Filadelfia Church.

Typical Gifts From Extremadura

Some typical gifts you can take home:

• Acorn liqueur: around €4 at Mercadona – a regional specialty.
• Arab wine: comes in a blue bottle, €5, also at Mercadona.
• "Hidromiel" (Honey water): found only at a restaurant called “El Halcón Milenario”.
• Sangria: sold in individual bottles at Carrefour.
• Olives stuffed with anchovies or lemon – not common in other countries.
• Pimentón de la Vera: a paprika seasoning, about €2 at Mercadona.

Parks: for walks, picnics, games, or even birthday celebrations. Try Parque del Príncipe (the biggest), Parque del Rodeo, Parque Valhondo, and Parque Padre Pacífico.

Public swimming pools: open only in summer, great for a fun day with friends. They have pools and shaded areas for laying out your towel. You can bring your own food or buy there. Entry costs €2 for adults. Closest ones are in Parque del Príncipe and San Jorge Pinilla. Search online for exact locations.

Cinema: Cáceres has one cinema with special prices on some days. Most films are dubbed in Spanish, though some have original audio with Spanish subtitles.

Shopping Center “Ruta de la Plata”: our small shopping mall with stores and food options.

Tourism: Cáceres is a very touristy city year-round. There are churches, museums, restaurants, and places where Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon were filmed.