Jerez

Shopping in Jerez

Jerez’s offering to shoppers reflects its heritage of flamenco, horse training and sherry making. If you want to take a keepsake of your visit, consider a visit to the Mercado Central de Abastos – a sprawling Spanish market filled with local crafts and delicacies. Those who want to do a little contemporary shopping should consider a visit to Luz Shopping which features many top-named brands.

Food & Drink in Jerez

Rich in earthy, wholesome flavours, Andalusian cuisine complements the regional sherry perfectly. Those hoping to dig into the diverse tastes of the region should make a booking with at the top dining spot, Restaurante Sabores. Another foodie treat in Jerez is the Restaurante La Posada, which is famed for its succulent seafood dishes. If you fancy a cheaper dinner, you can try the tapas bars sprawled amid the narrow alleys of the centre, such as Bar Juanito.

Events in Jerez

Jerez revels in its passions during its many festivals, be prepared for plenty of hot-blooded flamenco dances, sweet sherry and displays of horsemanship. If you’re planning to visit the city, consider a visit during one of these events to see the city at its best:

Festival De Jerez

This two-week festival is an extravaganza of foot-stomping, rhythmic dance celebrating Jerez’ reputation as the birthplace of flamenco.

Holy Week Procession

One of the best Easter processions in Andalusia with approximately 30 religious brotherhoods taking part.

Jerez Horse Fair

The city’s most famous annual event has a history that stretches back 500 years and takes place in Gonzalo Hontoria Park. The fair hosts a programme of show-jumping and dressage competitions, honouring Jerez’s deep-rooted equestrian heritage as well as plenty of non-horse-related music and dance (particularly flamenco). It's all one big excuse for a fiesta which the locals have seized with typically Spanish gusto.

Wine Harvest Festival

The annual grape harvest sees this festival of viticulture take over the streets of Jerez. Vineyard visits, open-air concerts and parades featuring flamenco and horse showmanship are all part of the fun.

Circuito de Jerez

Part of the Spanish Grand Prix circuit, this three-day motorcycle event brings speed-aficionados flocking to the city. There are two days of qualifying events before the big race itself.