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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An ancient amphitheater with stone steps and columns.

Roman Theatre

9.8/10 (248 reviews)
Explore the well-preserved remains of this 2,000-year-old theater that serves its original function as a performance venue as it has for scores of generations.
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Things to do

Skip The Line E Ticket to Mérida Roman Theatre with Audio

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 €110 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
€110
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The breakfast and related staff were horrible."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace
Akla Hotel Mérida

Akla Hotel Mérida

4 out of 5
C / Romero Leal 18 Merida Badajoz
The price is €80 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
€80
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Temple of Diana and Plaza de Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"The location was ideal and the staff were so helpful."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Akla Hotel Mérida
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 23 Sept to 24 Sept
€52
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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 ...
Alora Hotel Mérida
Parador de Mérida

Parador de Mérida

4 out of 5
C/Almendralejo, 56 Merida Badajoz
The price is €97 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
€97
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (382 reviews)
"The room is spacious and clean, and it was a good size bathroom. Location was within an easy walking distance of the monuments. Parking fee was €24 per night, which was higher than anything we experienced in hotels in Spain. The breakfast was not great, too many sweets, omelettes needed to be ordered ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Parador de Mérida
Hotel Nova Roma

Hotel Nova Roma

3 out of 5
Calle Suárez Somonte 42 Merida
The price is €52 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
€52
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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! (65 reviews)
"An easy walk to the most wonderful museum."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Hotel Nova Roma
Hotel Velada Mérida

Hotel Velada Mérida

4 out of 5
Avenida Reina Sofia, s/n Merida Badajoz
The price is €48 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
€48
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (498 reviews)
"Great property and service"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Hotel Velada 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
Learn more about Merida Old Town

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.

Barriada Carrión

While there might not be top attractions in Barriada Carrión, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puente Romano and Plaza de Espana.

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.

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 Cepansa

Polígono Industrial Cepansa 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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