Things to Do at Parque Genovés

Parque Genovés is one of those urban green spaces that actually feels like an escape from the city, even though you're right in the heart of Cádiz. This 19th-century park stretches along the Atlantic coastline and has this wonderfully romantic, slightly overgrown feel - think winding paths, centuries-old trees, and the kind of ornate fountains you'd expect in a Spanish novel. The park was designed in a romantic style that was popular at the time, and honestly, it still works. What makes Genovés special is how it manages to feel both manicured and wild at the same time. You'll find yourself wandering past perfectly trimmed hedges one moment and dense groves of exotic trees the next. The park sits right on the seafront, so you get these lovely ocean breezes, and on clear days, the views across the bay are genuinely impressive. It's the kind of place where locals bring their kids to feed the ducks and tourists stumble across unexpectedly beautiful corners.

The park sits right on Cádiz's western coast-impossible to miss. From the cathedral area, you'll reach it in about 10 minutes heading west, and walking through the old town beats any bus ride. The main entrance opens onto Avenida Dr. Gómez Ulla. Several smaller gates line the perimeter. Local buses work fine-lines 1, 2, and 7 all stop close by. But you won't want the shortcut.