Badajoz City Guide

Food highlights include Iberian pork and local stews. There are some international options. Vegetarian and vegan choices exist but may need effort to find. Many places serve late.

Nightlife centers on the city and plazas with bars and some clubs. The vibe is relaxed and social, mostly busy on weekends.

Traditional coffee bars dominate but specialty coffee shops are emerging.

Tipping is optional and not expected. Small tips are appreciated in restaurants and rounding fares common for taxis.

SIMs are sold by Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, and Yoigo in provider stores or electronics shops. ID required for purchase. eSIMs becoming more common.

Streets and tourist areas are generally clean with proper waste management.

Some late pharmacies rotate duty service. Convenience stores open late occasionally. Emergency hospital care 24/7. Late food options mainly on weekends.

Supermarkets like Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, and Dia offer international products and local fresh markets such as Mercado de San Francisco supply fresh produce. Shops often close for siesta afternoon hours. Sundays mostly closed.

Most places accept cards, but keep cash for small shops and markets.

ATMs are common near banks and commercial areas. Major banks include CaixaBank, Santander, and BBVA. Check fees for foreign cards.

Public and private schools teach mainly in Spanish, some bilingual programs include English. Fully international schools are rare locally.

Small digital nomad community with few dedicated meetups. Affordable and relaxed but limited networking.

Good access to parks like Parque del Guadiana and Parque de Castelar for walking and running.

Popular running routes along Guadiana River and parks. Safe, scenic, and generally good air quality.

Several gyms offer various fitness options around the city.

Good availability of tennis courts, with clubs offering equipment rental and coaching.

Padel courts are common at sports clubs, with memberships and hourly rentals.

Several yoga studios provide various classes; drop-ins available, English-speaking instructors rare.

Dojo options include Judo, Karate, Taekwondo, Boxing, and BJJ. English instructors not common.

No skiing nearby; closest resorts are far away.

Kayaking and paddleboarding on the Guadiana River are possible. Larger water sports are less common.

No surfing; city is inland.

No diving opportunities in the area.

Public hospitals like Hospital Universitario de Badajoz provide good care, but English speakers may be limited. Private clinics might have more English-speaking staff.

Tap water meets EU standards and is safe to drink.

Parks like Parque de Castelar have playgrounds. Family-friendly cafés exist. Nearby natural parks offer outdoor activities.

Generally accepting with low discrimination risk, but smaller scene than larger Spanish cities.

Pet-friendly city with dog parks and vets. Some pet-friendly accommodation and restaurants.