7 Best Things To See In Morella, Spain

After visiting Ares del Maestrat, we drove 30 kilometers further to see Morella. Unfortunately, we spent too much time exploring the beautiful and well-preserved Castillo de Morella and ran out of time for visiting some other important places in town. But at least we have a reason to visit it one more time. In this post, we’ll show you what we saw and will point out some other places you shouldn’t miss out as we did. So come, let’s discover the best things to see in Morella, Spain.

Morella, Spain - rewarded one of the prettiest villages in Spain by Los Pueblos Mas Bonitos de Espana
These two pictures come from morella.net website
Morella, Spain Painting from XIX century

If you want to escape to one of the most charming towns in the Valencian Community, Morella is the place you are looking for. It’s a small medieval town, located in the north of the province of Castellón. It got the title of one of the prettiest villages in Spain in 2013. And no wonder, because it looks amazing both from a distance and from the inside of the walls.

Morella is wonderfully preserved. Medieval stone walls of almost 2.5 km in length surround it, with an impressive castle at an altitude of over 1000 m above sea level. Morella was declared a Historic/Artistic site in 1963.


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Best things to see in Morella, Spain

Viewpoint: Mirador Morella

On the road CV-12, 5.5km before the town, you’ll find the Morella viewpoint which will enchant you with beautiful views, like from a postcard. Check its exact location: CLICK.

Morella, Spain seen from the Mirador Morella viewpoint

Castillo de Morella – Morella Castle

Without a doubt, Castillo is the jewel in the Morella crown. Originally it was a 13th-century fortress of Islamic architecture. But Roman, Arabic, and Iberian cultures have left their mark here through the ages. Its unique and privileged position is unquestionable – from the top, you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding areas which without a doubt was incredibly useful for defense in the past. Since June 3rd, 1931 Morella Castillo is a monument of artistic and historical importance.

Entry is paid. General ticket: €3.5, reduced ticket: €2.5 (May 2023). To check current prices and opening hours visit morella.net website.

Best things to see in Morella, Spain - Visit Morella Castle 
Best things to do in Morella, Spain - Visit Castillo de Morella and its bullring
Castillo de Morella - Morella Castle in the province of Castellon, Spain
View from the top of Castillo de Morella over the surrounding

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Cannon in Morella Castle, Spain
Things to do in Morella, Spain - visit Castillo de Morella
View from the Morella Castle over the surrounding area
Governor’s Palace in Morella Castle, Spain
Governor’s Palace – while visiting the castle don’t miss entering this cave, where Neolithic remains were found.

The walls of Morella

The walls date back to the 14th century. The wall perimeter is 2.5 kilometers long with walls between 10-15 meters high and 2 meters thick. It also has a series of towers along its length.

Morella Castle walls seen from the Mirador Morella
Walls seen from the distance, notice towers along the walls
Morella walls view from the castle
A closer look at the walls

The Archpriest’s Church of Santa Maria la Major

The basilica is one of the most beautiful temples in the Mediterranean. It dates back to the 13th century when the building began. It has a beautiful facade composed of two doors – the door of the Apostles and the door of the Virgins. Inside, take a look at the choir’s staircase, baroque altar, and the monumental pipe organ from 1720.

Prices: general: €3 per person; reduced: €2,5 (May 2023). To check current prices and opening hours visit morella.net website.

Convent of San Francisco

An old convent of Franciscan monks, with a church that dates from the 14th century, and remains of the cloister. The convent has several rooms that stand out for the beauty and simplicity of the original Gothic style. In the room of De Profundis, a true jewel of the death paintings can be found: The Dance of the Death.

Currently (May 2023) Convent of San Francisco is still closed due to the works being carried out in the cloister.

Convent of San Francisco in Morella, Spain
Photos source: arteguias.com website
The Dance of the Death painting in Convent of San Francisco in Morella

The historic center

It seems like Morella is made for strolling and wandering through its narrow streets. It has a well-kept town center full of special places to discover. One of the key points in the historic quarter is Calle Blasco de Alagón.

Things to do in Morella, Spain - wandering through its charming narrow streets
Things to do in Morella, Spain - wandering through its charming narrow streets
What to do in Morella, Spain - wander through its charming narrow streets
Morella City Streets
What to do in Morella, Spain - wander through its charming narrow streets

Morella Aqueduct

Also known as Aqueducte de Santa Llucia. You can find it right below the city walls. It’s a Gothic-style hydraulic infrastructure from the 14th century.

Morella Aqueduct - Aqueducte de Santa Llucia

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How to get to Morella, Spain?

You can only get to Morella by road. If you aren’t traveling in your own car perhaps the second-best option is to rent one. But you can also get there by public bus from Castellón de la Plana. The drive takes about 1.5 h by car and 2 hours by bus.

You can leave the car in this parking, paying €2.5 for all day (in November 2021).

Restaurants, accommodations, and map

Check out various recommended places below.

Where to eat in Morella?

Here are your best, high-rated options in Morella:

Where to sleep in Morella?

Hotel Cardenal Ram in Morella Spain

Hotel Cardenal Ram

Hotel Cardenal Ram is a charming hotel located in the historic walled city of Morella. The rooms are decorated with elegant rustic style and offer views of the surrounding mountains. The hotel also features a restaurant serving traditional local cuisine.


Turismo Rural Morella

Turismo Rural Morella

Turismo Rural Morella is a charming country house located in a peaceful rural area just outside the historic walled city of Morella. The property features comfortable rooms and apartments with traditional décor, a garden with barbecue facilities, and a terrace with stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Guests can also enjoy a continental breakfast each morning.


Hotel Rey Don Jaime in Morella Spain

Hotel Rey Don Jaime

Hotel Rey Don Jaime is a charming hotel located in the historic center of Morella, offering comfortable accommodation and excellent service to guests. The hotel features elegantly decorated rooms equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel's café or relax on the terrace.


Hotel El Cid Morella Spain

Hotel El Cid

Hotel El Cid is a charming hotel located in the historic center of Morella. It offers comfortable rooms decorated in a rustic style and equipped with modern amenities. The hotel also features a restaurant serving traditional local cuisine, as well as a terrace with views of the castle and the town.


Accommodations photos source: booking.com

Morella - Map of places


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