Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, Mérida

Name: Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major
Address: Mérida, Spain

#9 among attractions in Mérida

Church, Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture

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The Metropolitan co-cathedral of Saint Mary Major of Mérida is a Roman Catholic cathedral church in Mérida, Extremadura, western Spain. Since 1994, together with the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist of Badajoz, it is the seat of the Archdiocese of Mérida-Badajoz. ()

Local name: Concatedral de Mérida Completed: 1579 (445 years ago)Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 38°54'60"N, 6°20'50"W

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Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo Nacional de Arte Romano, Roman Theatre, Roman amphitheater, Alcazaba de Mérida.

0.4 miE
History museum, Museum
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano, Mérida
11 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Arte Romano stands as a testament to the rich Roman heritage of Mérida, Spain. Established to preserve and exhibit the archaeological remains of the ancient city of Augusta Emerita, this museum has become a cornerstone attraction for history...
0.5 miE
Ruins of Roman amphitheater
Roman Theatre, Mérida
13 min walk • The Roman Theatre in Mérida, Spain, is an ancient architectural marvel that transports visitors back to the grandeur of the Roman Empire. This well-preserved theatre, constructed during the reign of Emperor Augustus around 15-16 BC, stands as a testament to the...
0.5 miE
, Historical place, Amphitheatre
Roman amphitheater, Mérida
13 min walk • The Roman amphitheater in Mérida, Spain, is a magnificent testament to the grandeur of ancient Roman architecture and entertainment. Built during the reign of Emperor Augustus in the 8th century BC, this historical landmark is a part of the Archaeological Ensemble of...
~700 ftS
Historical place
Alcazaba de Mérida, Mérida
4 min walk • The Alcazaba de Mérida is a formidable historical landmark nestled in the heart of Mérida, Spain. This ancient fortress, dating back to the 9th century, stands as a testament to the city's rich past, offering visitors a glimpse into the era of Moorish rule in the...
~1810 ftW
Bridge
Lusitania Bridge, Mérida
9 min walk • The Lusitania Bridge is a bridge in Mérida, Spain.
0.5 miSW
Bridge
Puente Romano, Mérida
13 min walk • The Puente Romano is a Roman bridge over the Guadiana River at Mérida in southwest Spain. It is the world's longest surviving bridge from ancient times, having once featured an estimated overall length of 755 m with 62 spans. Today, there are 60 spans on a length of 721 m between the abutments.
0.7 miN
Roman-era aqueduct in a park setting
Acueducto de los Milagros, Mérida
18 min walk • The Acueducto de los Milagros is the ruins of a Roman aqueduct bridge, part of the aqueduct built to supply water to the Roman colony of Emerita Augusta, today Mérida, Spain.
0.7 miE
Ruins, , Aqueduct
San Lázaro Roman aqueduct, Mérida
18 min walk • The San Lázaro Roman aqueduct is a Roman aqueduct located in Mérida, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1912.
0.9 miE
38°55'9"N • 6°19'49"W
Roman circus of Mérida, Mérida
24 min walk • The Roman circus of Mérida is a ruined Roman circus in Mérida, Spain. Used for chariot racing, it was modelled on the Circus Maximus in Rome and other circus buildings throughout the empire. Measuring more than 400 m in length and 30 m of width, it is one of the best preserved examples of the Roman circus.
~1200 ftE
Historical place,
Roman Forum, Mérida
6 min walk • The Roman Forum is an archaeological area in Mérida, Spain. It was the main public area of the Roman city of Emerita Augusta, founded in 25 BC by Emperor Augustus. The city had another forum, the Provincial Forum, built in 50 AD.
1.2 miSW
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Augustus, Mérida
32 min walk • The equestrian statue of Augustus is a bronze statue of Augustus, the first Roman emperor, riding a horse. It dates from 2007 and is in Mérida, Spain, located on a roundabout at the intersection of the Avenida de Portugal and the Avenida Reina Sofía.

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Which popular attractions are close to Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major?

Nearby attractions include Iglesia de Santa Clara, Mérida (1 min walk), Museo del Arte Visigodo, Mérida (2 min walk), Alcazaba de Mérida, Mérida (4 min walk), Roman Forum, Mérida (6 min walk).

How to get to Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major by public transport?

The nearest stations to Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major:

Bus

Paseo de Roma • Lines: A1, A2, B1, B2, D (3 min walk)
Calle Almendralejo 30 • Lines: A1 (4 min walk)

Train

Mérida (11 min walk)