Mérida is home to the most important Roman archaeological site on the peninsula.
A short distance from the Parador is the city's main tourist attraction, the magnificent Roman Theater, which every year hosts the International Classical Theater Festival.
The Roman Amphitheater and the National Museum of Roman Art are also a must.
In addition to Rome, the Arab heritage is also present in Merida, the main example being the fabulous Alcazaba.
As well as the historical-artistic heritage, visitors can enjoy nature in Cornalvo Natural Park or visit the bathing areas of the Proserpina reservoir, one of the great recreational areas in the city.
Cáceres, which shares the title of World Heritage City with Mérida, is only 70 kilometres away.
Beyond the historical-artistic heritage, the region of Mérida has natural sites such as the Monfragüe National Park and the Proserpina reservoir, one of the great recreational areas of the city, whiths bathing areas and beach bars. Also of great interest are the Lácara Dolmen and the Roman spa of Alange. And if you are a golf lover, just eight kilometres away there is an excellent golf course where you can practice this sport.
Mérida is 60 km from Badajoz and 330 km from Madrid via the A-5. It is 70 km from Cáceres and 200 km from Seville via the A-66.