Santa Catalina's Castle Interpretation Centre

In the 9th century an old Caliphal- Islamic style fortress was built on the top of the hill of Santa Catalina. Centuries later, after the Christian Conquest of the city by Fernando III in 1246, a Christian castle, that remains today, was built. In the 19^th century, due to the invasion of the Napoleonic troops, the castle was refurbished in order to reinforce the defensive structures. A National Parador was built in the 60s next to the castle. From the top of the hill one can enjoy fantastic views of the city and surroundings, especially from the Cross viewpoint. The fortress houses the new interpretation centre in which we can enjoy a historical tour throughout the castle.

Further information: http://www.turjaen.org/en/tourist-info/monographs/jaens-castle

Check the content of the castle: history, photos, advance online ticket sales, face-to-face payment method,…from the NEW WEBSITE: http://www.castillosantacatalina.es

Opening times 2022 :

Monday to Saturday: 10.00-18.00 h

Sunday: 10.00-15.00 h

Last entry: 17.30 and 14.30 h

Free entry on Holy Wednesday: 15.00-18.00 h the entry can only be with prior reservation at

http://www.castillosantacatalina.es

Bus to the castle

Every 90 minutes. Prices: €1,15.

Friday to Sunday.

There is a stop near the cathedral, at Ramon y Cajal Street.

Bus going up: Plaza de la Libertad, Avenida de Madrid 22, Baeza 4, Paseo de la Estación 15 and Caja Rural, Alamos, Ramon y Cajal, Senda de los Huertos, Juan Montilla, Circunvalación and Castle. Times: Friday: 16.00 h., 15.30 p.m. and 19.00 p.m; Saturday: 10.00 a.m., 11.30 a.m., 14.30 h, 16.00 h, 17.30 h., 19.00 h.; Sundays and feast days: 10.00, 11.30 h, 13.00 h., 14.30 h,  

Return bus: Castle, Circunvalacion, Juan Montilla, Senda de los Huertos, Fuente de Don Diego, Adarves Bajos, Virgen de la Capilla, Avenida de Madrid 8 y 22, Baeza 4, Paseo de la Estación 15 and Plaza de la Libertad. Times: Friday: 16.30 h., 18.00 h., 19.30 h.; Saturday: 10.30 h, 12.00 h, 13.30 h, 15.00 h, 16.30 h, 18.00 h and 19.30 h; Sunday and feast days: 10.30 h, 12.00 h, 13.30 h and 15.00 h.

See all stops here and hours: https://www.transporteurbanodejaen.es/lineas#

Alsa Urban bus company 24 hour customer service telephone: 910 207 007 and 647 360 455

Further information:

https://www.transporteurbanodejaen.es/

Covid-19 Protocol:

In places where there is not enough ventilation and you meet more people, the use of a mask is recommended.

Keep the  distance of 1.5 m from another person withour a mask

The use of masks is recommended especially for those who are vulnerable to Covid-19.

Wash your hands frequently with a hydroalcoholic solution or soap and water, especially after coughing, sneezing and touching or handling tissues or other potentially contaminated surfaces.

Please follow the directions of the staff

Thank you!!

Autumn and Winter opening times  from 16th September 2021 to 15th June 2022:

Prices:

You can purchase your tickets in advance at http://www.castillosantacatalina.es and with a credit card only at the ticket vending machine located at the entrance of the castle.

-Adults: € 3.50

-Groups of more than 10 people: €2,50.

-Students, retired people and children:  € 1.50.

Coronavirus Protocols

Maximum capacity per hour 150 people. 

Maintain the safety distance 

Obligatory use of masks

There will be hydroalcoholic solution at the entrance available to visitors.

Please respect all these indications and those of the staff

Summer opening times, from 16th June to 15 September 2022:

Other Monuments opening  hours : 

http://www.turjaen.org/sites/default/files/horario_visitas_monumentos.pdf