Merida Old Town

Merida

A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.
An ancient amphitheater with stone steps and columns.
An ancient stone archway with marble columns and a statue at the top.
Ancient stone columns with intricate carvings, set against a backdrop of weathered stone walls.
A historic fountain with lions, palm trees, and classic architecture in a public square.

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A stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, reflecting the bridge and surrounding trees.

Puente Romano

9.6/10 (191 reviews)
Walk across this lengthy Roman bridge, a magnificent structure that has withstood centuries of damage from rain, floods and battles.
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Things to do

E-Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio Guide

E-Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio Guide

€28
per adult
E-Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio Guide
The Myths of the Museum

The Myths of the Museum

€13
per adult
The Myths of the Museum
Merida: City Highlights Walking Tour

Merida: City Highlights Walking Tour

€42
per adult
Merida: City Highlights Walking Tour
Merida: Legends and Mysteries Night Tour

Merida: Legends and Mysteries Night Tour

€13
per adult
Merida: Legends and Mysteries Night Tour
Merida: Fantasmas romanos

Supernatural Mérida: Ghosts of Ancient Rome

€13
per adult
Supernatural Mérida: Ghosts of Ancient Rome
Merida: Guiding Walking Tour with Theater and Amphitheatre

Merida: Guiding Walking Tour with Theater and Amphitheatre

€26
per adult
Merida: Guiding Walking Tour with Theater and Amphitheatre
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Top hotels in Merida Old Town

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace

5 out of 5
Plaza Espana, 19 Merida Badajoz
The price is €95 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
€95
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved Merida and location of this hotel on main square was charming. The building is of historic interest but well converted and has all mod cons. Excellent breakfast, charming helpful staff. Merida is well worth a two/ three day visit- the amphitheater, Trajan arch, forum etc all v impressive"

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
Alora Hotel Mérida

Alora Hotel Mérida

3 out of 5
Paseo de las Artes y los Oficios, 15 Mérida Badajoz
The price is €52 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
€52
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Amphitheatre of Merida and Circo Romano are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
"Modern Hotel with large comfortable bed. Large walk in shower. We paid extra for the parking and breakfast. Both very good. Hotel easy to access by car and then a 10 minute walk to Roman Theatre."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Alora Hotel Mérida
Parador de Mérida

Parador de Mérida

4 out of 5
C/Almendralejo, 56 Merida Badajoz
The price is €84 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€84
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (386 reviews)
"Parking too expensive"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Parador de Mérida
Hotel Nova Roma

Hotel Nova Roma

3 out of 5
Calle Suárez Somonte 42 Merida
The price is €43 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
€43
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Portico del Foro and Temple of Diana are ...
8.4/10 Very good! (76 reviews)
"Good location clean rooms"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Hotel Nova Roma
Hotel Velada Mérida

Hotel Velada Mérida

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Sofia, s/n Merida Badajoz
The price is €54 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
€54
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Velada Mérida
Akla Hotel Mérida

Akla Hotel Mérida

4 out of 5
C / Romero Leal 18 Merida Badajoz
The price is €80 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
€80
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Temple of Diana and Plaza de Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
"We had 2 rooms - one was lovely, the other was directly off the lobby and had no window, so not as lovely, but clean and satisfactory. Location good, easy to walk to Roman ruins and wonderful aqueduct remains. We didn't use the spa."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Akla Hotel Mérida
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Where to stay in Merida Old Town

Find the best Merida Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Merida Old Town
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Ancient stone ruins with arches, set against a dramatic sunset sky.

San Antonio

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Antonio and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

Distrito 6

Distrito 6 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana while you're in town.

Ancient ruins with columns and a theater.

El Prado

While El Prado isn't home to many top sights, Acueducto de los Milagros and Puente Lusitania are some notable places to visit nearby.

Polígono Industrial El Prado

While there might not be top attractions in Polígono Industrial El Prado, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acueducto de los Milagros and Puente Romano.

Ancient stone ruins with arches, set against a dramatic sunset sky.

Nueva Ciudad

Nueva Ciudad might not have many top sights, but Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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