Legend has it that Úbeda was founded by Túbal, a descendant of Noah. The name of the city would derive from the mythical tower of King Ibiut. The first settlements in Úbeda date back to the Copper Age, on the hill currently called Cerro del Alcázar.
This romantic hotel in a converted Renaissance palace boasts an impressive façade with a famous tower, and equally beautiful interiors. The main patio has marble columns and a wooden first-floor balcony covered with a glass ceiling, and you can also see artesonado carved wood ceilings,making it one of the most importantbuildings architecturally in Jaen province.
The urban morphology of the two small cities of Úbeda and Baeza in southern Spain dates back to the Moorish ninth century and to the Reconquista in the 13th century. An important development took place in the 16th century, when the cities were subject to renovation along the lines of the emerging Renaissance.
Popular festivals in Úbeda are la Fiesta del Corpus Cristi or las Cruces de Mayo
There are bus services from Úbeda to Jaén, Bailén, Úbeda, Murcia, Cazorla, Cartagena, Motril, Linares, Albacete, Andújar, Ecija, Beas de Segura and Antequera.
There are several interesting museums in Ubeda including Museo Arqueológico de Úbeda, Paco Tito Pottery Museum Memoria de lo Cotidiano, Casa Arte Andalusí, Casa Museo “Granada Venegas”, Centro de Interpretation “Olivar y Aceite”
The tourist office of Úbeda is located in Plaza Andalucía.
Plaza Andalucía , 5
Úbeda
23400
Tel: 953 77 99 82
Monday-Friday, 09:00-19:30hrs
Saturday and Sunday, 09:30-15:00hrs
Explore these two impressive collections of historical buildings on this tour.
The pottery museum in Ubeda whose full name is Museo de Alfarería "Paco Tito". Memoria de lo Cotidiano. The collection walks through the history of Ubeda pottery.
Set on an 18th-century building, Apartamentos Sol de Mayo is located in Ubeda. It offers air-conditioned apartments with views of the Primero de Mayo Square. Free WiFi is available.
Located in Úbeda, Alojamientos Centro provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio.
Set in Úbeda in the Andalucía region, CASA AMPLIA Y CÓMODA EN CIUDAD PATRIMONIAL features a patio. The air-conditioned accommodation is 30 km from Linares.
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, Palacete Sol de Mayo is situated in Úbeda. With quiet street views, this accommodation features a patio. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.
Alojamientos turísticos Sinagoga provides air-conditioned rooms in Úbeda. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The tour desk is available to assist guests in planning their days out.
Situated in Úbeda City Centre, 5 minutes' walk from the El Salvador Church and the Vazquez de Molina Square, Vivienda Turistica Bufer offers accommodation with a balcony.
This air-conditioned apartment is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen.
Located in Úbeda, Apartamentos Turísticos Architettura Úbeda provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.
Apartamentos Fuente Redonda are located in the beautiful town of Úbeda, in the charming town centre. They are stylish design apartments with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a private balcony.
These elegant apartments are set in a 16th-century building, and offer free Wi-Fi and a shared outdoor pool. They are in the centre of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Úbeda.
Nueve Leyendas interestingly takes its inspiration from 9 local legends. This charming 18th-century building offers elegant rooms with a TV and private bathroom.
It is just 1 minute's walk from Úbeda's beautiful Vázquez de Molina Square. The city, along with Baeza, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
