Castle of Sancti Petri Entrance + Ferry, Sancti Petri

The ferry ride to Sancti Petri Castle and the visit to the fortress itself are among the most unique and highly recommen...

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With this ferry and entrance ticket combo, you'll be able to visit the castle of Sancti Petri, a fortress located on the islet of the same name, and swim at its beach!

Details

Duration

4 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with an audioguide in English.

Included

Ferry to and from the castle of Sancti Petri
Admission to the castle of Sancti Petri
Digital audio guide

When to book

You can book up to 15 minutes in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Marina of Sancti Petri

Reviews of our customers

7.8

Very good 5,812 Travelers·327 reviews

August 29, 2026
Olatz Antxia Palma
Spain
The ferry ride to Sancti Petri Castle and the visit to the fortress itself are among the most unique and highly recommended experiences on the Cádiz c...
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September 19, 2026
Jose Maria
Madrid, Spain
A wonderful experience. A marvelous place.
As a couple
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September 4, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
Very good, and above all, punctual. A simple and great trip for traveling with children.
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August 28, 2026
Yolanda Pacheco Caballero
Sevilla, Spain
We loved the castle visit and the guide was very professional and friendly. Thank you
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August 27, 2026
Rocio Rocio Lopez
Spain
The activity was fantastic. Highly recommended. The walk, the history of the castle, the time at the beach... everything was a 10/10.
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August 24, 2026
Francisco Adolfo Gutiérrez De Ga
Spain
Everything was fine, the castle guide was great
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August 19, 2026
Jose Manuel
San Fernando, Spain
A wonderful experience and a historic site worth visiting.
With friends
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August 7, 2026
Amanda Quevedo Quintas
Salamanca, Spain
Excellent. The ferry agent, the guide, and even the waitress in St. Peter's were all wonderful and friendly. It was a very pleasant and interesting vi...
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August 6, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
Highly recommended. A 15-minute walk with spectacular views of the port and surrounding area. Upon arrival, the guide explains the history of the cast...
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July 25, 2026
Charo Vallelado Cuéllar
Valladolid, Spain
The activity was a 10 out of 10, the staff a 20. Thank you for your empathy.
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With this ferry and entrance ticket combo, you'll be able to visit the castle of Sancti Petri, a fortress located on the islet of the same name, and swim at its beach!

Activity Details

First, you'll head to the marina to board the ferry to the castle of Sancti Petri (the time depends on the hour you select when booking). In just 15 minutes, you'll reach the islet of Sancti Petri, where a defensive fortress that was built between the 16th and 18th centuries to protect the coast from pirate attacks is located.

Once you disembark at the foot of the castle of Sancti Petri, you'll be able to enter the monument with your included entrance ticket. You can download an audio guide on your cell phone to follow the explanations of the museum. Plus, since there's no time limit, you can stay in the castle as long as you want!

After touring the museum, you can also enjoy the terrace of the castle of Sancti Petri, which has the best views of the islet, and access the beach area for a swim!

At the indicated return time, you'll have to head back to the boarding dock to take the ferry back to Sancti Petri.

Ferry Schedule

The ferry to the castle of Sancti Petri is as follows:

Departure at 10:30 am with return at 12:30 pm. Includes a guided tour
Departure at 12 pm with return at 2 pm. Includes a guided tour
Departure at 1:15 pm with return at 4 pm. Includes an audio guide
Departure at 5:15 pm with return at 7 pm. Includes a guided tour
The journeys last between 20-30 minutes, depending on the tides

Please note that there may be changes to the return times due to the tides. This may make the tour longer or shorter.

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With this ferry and entrance ticket combo, you'll be able to visit the castle of Sancti Petri, a fortress located on the islet of the same name, and swim at its beach!

Activity Details

After touring the museum, you can also enjoy the terrace of the castle of Sancti Petri, which has the best views of the islet, and access the beach area for a swim!

At the indicated return time, you'll have to head back to the boarding dock to take the ferry back to Sancti Petri.

Ferry Schedule

The ferry to the castle of Sancti Petri is as follows:

Departure at 10:30 am with return at 12:30 pm. Includes a guided tour
Departure at 12 pm with return at 2 pm. Includes a guided tour
Departure at 1:15 pm with return at 4 pm. Includes an audio guide
Departure at 5:15 pm with return at 7 pm. Includes a guided tour
The journeys last between 20-30 minutes, depending on the tides

Please note that there may be changes to the return times due to the tides. This may make the tour longer or shorter.

Castle of Sancti Petri Entrance + Ferry