Tour bus, train, there are many ways to tour the beautiful Spanish city of Almeria, but hiring a car in Almeria has got to be up there with the best. Think about it, travelling around Almeria with a rental car, you'll discover all the hidden charms of this most fabulous city, without any of the hassle of waiting around for timetables to take you there. What's more, car hire gives you the freedom to explore at a pace that suits you. Independent of timetables and bus stops, you're free to blaze your own trail, stopping and starting your journey wherever you wish. When you get bored of the city, you can take to the countryside and vice versa. The city of Almeria offers more than enough attractions to keep visitors entertained. The surrounding countryside isn't short on things to see and do either. Deciding on where to begin is probably the biggest challenge you'll face in the wonderfully tranquil and scenic Almeria. The following is a guide to the city's best attractions.

Almeria Airport Mini Guide:

Almer'a Airport is situated approximately 10km outside of Almer'a's city centre. The airport is an important base for a number of international carriers including Iberia, as well as budget carriers such as Ryanair and easyJet.

Things To See/Do in Almeria:

Sun?sea..sand?skulduggery, this Andalucian town offers the standard sun holiday ingredients-plus a lot more besides. Almeria has long been a favourite destination for Europeans looking for a quite and relaxing summer vacation. Situated in southeastern Spain, along the Mediterranean, the resort town of Almeria offers a good range of opportunities for car hire touring. Almeria's must see attraction is without doubt its impressive Alcazaba Arab fortress. The fortress features three huge walled enclosures, which serve as a constant reminder of the city's important silk trading heritage as well as its swashbuckling pirate past. A holiday in Almeria provides the chance to soak up authentic Andalucian culture in a sundrenched location. There's nothing false about the resort's environment, it's surrounded by a fascinating history which is a joy to explore.

Eating Out in Almeria:

In Almeria it's always possible to find something tasty to silence rumbling tummies. Given its coastal location, fish and seafood always make for an excellent choice in Almeria. Dishes worth sampling include steamed or grilled clams, squid, shrimp and Red Mullet. Not a fish fan? No problem, the eateries of Almeria are used to catering to the tastes of European tourists. If you're feeling adventurous, be sure to try local favourites such as patatas bravas (potatoes with a spicy bell pepper sauce), Gurullos (dough balls), cured ham and Adobaos (marinated meats).

Day Trips/Events in Almeria:

Almeria's location makes it convenient for a number of great day trips. Worthy excursions include pretty Granada and the scenic Sierra Nevada mountains, Cabo de Gata Nature Park. For an especially enjoyable drive, be sure to make a trip to the Alpujarras mountains district.

Almeria has an events calendar to match the lively spirit of its locals. Annual highlights worth pencilling into your diary include May's International Short Film Festival, August's Almeria Fair and March's Carnival celebrations.