Hidden Gems Places To Visit in Andalucia, Spain

1. 5.0 Jardin Botanico La Almunya del Sur (97 reviews)
   - Beautiful Andalusí garden
   Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
   
   
   La Almunya del Sur is a Moorish style farm, composed of a rustic traditional house, that gives way to the garden-orchard. This garden-orchard tries to make the most of the available natural resources. The fruit trees, mainly citrus, associated with exotic and aromatic plants, create a respectful and environmentally sustainable balance. Water, as an essential element, is present everywhere in th See more..
   
2. 5.0 La Cerrada de Elias (91 reviews)
   - Beautiful, take your swimming costume!
   Piers & Boardwalks
   
   
   We went on a walk up this gorge. It's a beautiful place and lots of photo opportunities. There are lots of places to swim in the river as you go up, so make sure you take your swimming costume because we didn't and missed out on the full experience! We also went in July, the weather was 43 degrees which made forma very very hot walk. We managed about 1/2 the walk before we turned around. The first 1/4 of the walk is along a gravel track which I think your land rovers drive up. It's very hot here with little shade. The next section is along boards on the side of the rock. This is by far the best bit of the walk. Offering shade and beautiful scenery. I don't know if you are able to drink the water from the river - we didn't but lots of people were doing. I suggest taking plenty with you though as there are no shops etc to buy water from! I would highly recommend this place, for either a proper hike or just to come and walk 200m and go for a swim! See more..
   
3. 5.0 Bodegas Iglesias (82 reviews)
   - Charming traditional winery visit
   Wineries & Vineyards
   
   
   This typical family business is rich with 4 generations of traditions. Very charming discovery. The young Fernando made us discover tasteful wines with very creative wine/food marriage. We will surely be back after the pandamic crisis for a horse ride in the vignards.. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Bodegas Lagar Blanco (72 reviews)
   - Best Excursion on our Spain trip
   Wineries & Vineyards
   
   
   Bodega familiar incluida en la denominación de origen protegida Montilla-Moriles. Realizamos venta de vinos de calidad, visitas guiadas, catas dirigidas de vinos y celebraciones.Family winery included in the PDO Montilla-Moriles. We offer high quality wines, tours, wine tastings and meals. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Cactus Nijar (58 reviews)
   - Succulent Paradise
   Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
   
   
   It’s not all about cacti but what’s here will certainly fulfil your wildest desires. It’s beautifully laid out, generously spaced and the setting is stunning. Other succulents abound here too. And you can buy them. I’ve seen specimens in botanic gardens and speciality shows elsewhere but the scale of this exquisite gem of a collection makes it a mandatory destination. Plan your pilgrimage today. See more..
   
6. 5.0 Banos Arabes De Santa María (48 reviews)
   - Interesting archeological site
   Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
   
   
   Very well preserved ruins of the Arab baths in the historic centre. The entry fee is minimal and it is a fairly large site. See more..
   
7. 5.0 Cinco Jotas (32 reviews)
   - Fantastic Tour
   Spent 1-2 hours Farms
   
   
   We have been interested in the process of producing pata negra for some time and finally the moment was there. On the drive down to Jabuga from Zafra we had fantastic scenary. We booked a tour including visit to a farm. Our guide Diego (fluent english speaker) shared all his knowledge. Afterwards we went to the curing facility and museum where we tasted the ham 100% Iberico. Thank you Diego! See more..
   
8. 4.5 Las Marismas de Odiel (92 reviews)
   - A very beautiful area
   Nature & Wildlife Areas
   
   
   I discovered Las Marismas de Odiel by case on the way to Huelva. You have real salinas there and in August a lot of flamingos there. You can see them both staying and flying. Really a nice place and not by case it belongs to the world heritage list. See more..
   
9. 4.5 Camino Natural de Rota (88 reviews)
   - One of the best features of Rota!
   Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
   
   
   Went for long walks every day here. Very relaxing, not crowded. It is shady and in very good condition. Great place for a morning run See more..
   
10. 4.5 Calle Cuevas De La Sombra (86 reviews)
    - a must do when visiting the south of Spain - go to Setenil !
    Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    this is a little village and you can see everything in less than a day. However, I recommend spending a night here - accommodation is cheap and you can immerse into the village feeling. Being able to have a drink, stroll through the streets in the evening and/or early in the morning, all of this without the rush..is a very worthwhile expirience. See more..
    
11. 4.5 Centro Cultural Palacio de Villardompardo (86 reviews)
    - A place not to miss in Jaen
    Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Speciality Museums
    
    
    Absolutely worth visiting, about 10 minutes by walk from Jaen Cathedral. The entrance is free (may 2016). The palace with 3 different museums: Arab baths, Popular Arts and Customs and Naive Art (a hidden gem, indeed). There's also a view point (enter from the cafeteria) on the roof. A big regret that there are no explanations at all, not even in Spanish. It could be much more educational if there were comments to the objects presented. See more..
    
12. 4.5 Cosmolarium (83 reviews)
    - Interesting
    Wednesday: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Science Museums • Observatories & Planetariums
    
    
    El castillo de Hornos es una fortaleza del siglo XIII, situada en el pueblo de Hornos, en pleno parque natural de las Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y las Villas, Jaén. Está declarado Bien de Interés Cultural, conforme al decreto de 22 de abril de 1949. Cosmolarium es el único castillo dedicado a la astronomía. Por lo que en él te encontrarás con todos los encantos de una fortaleza nacida en el siglo XIII por fuera y todo el misterio de los entresijos del universo y las estrellas en su interior. Además, como buen castillo astronómico, cuenta con su propio planetario. See more..
    
13. 4.5 Museo Naval de San Fernando (78 reviews)
    - Wonderful Naval Museum
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent < 1 hour History Museums
    
    
    Wonderful Naval Museum, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and it was great to know the security guard was ex-navy. Huge variety of exhibits, some narrative in English. Would recommend to anybody interested in Spanish and naval history. See more..
    

What's a Hidden gem?

We call places hidden gems that are new, extremely good, but are not that popular yet - you should check them out. The criteria is to have a rating of 4.5 or more and more than 20 reviews and less than 100 reviews.