Grab a gelato and enjoy the beauty of Ronda as you start to have a better understanding of the lay of the land. Make a first right on the street after the Puente Nuevo, Tenorio Street directionally this makes sense if you are walking toward the old town and walk until you come across Plaza Maria Auxiliadora and the stairs to walk down to the bottom of the gorge.
How great does a glass of wine on the patio of a restaurant sound while you wait until it gets a little closer to sunset to secure a spot in the plaza for an epic sunset view?
When I was there in April, the sun set at PM! It was SO nice to have all that daylight. After the sunset, you have a couple of dinner options. I, however, went to a very traditional tapas restaurant called El Rincon de la Manzanilla that I randomly stumbled upon.
I was easily enticed by the rowdy cheers of the futbol match that was being eagerly watched inside by a large group of Spaniards , so I figured it must be decently authentic. By this time, it was which is quite early for most areas in Spain, but Ronda not so much, so I went back to the hotel to get some rest. Grab a map from your accommodation and get moving.
But, this experience was the highlight of my time in Ronda. The perspective that you get of the city of Ronda from below is even more spectacular than from street level. Grab a large water bottle and give yourself around 2 hours for the hike. Cool down in Plaza Duquesa de Parcent and hopefully there will be some live music playing as you get those feet ready for part deux.
Head back toward the Puente Nuevo until you get to Santo Domingo street and make a right. While the old bridge Puente Viejo is not quite as impressive as the new one, you do get some spectacular views of the white facades of the pueblo blanco or white towns in Andalusia. Are you traveling to Europe in ? If you have questions about your itinerary, need flight hacks, deals, or pre-departure checklists, then you'll fit right in! Afterward, I grabbed a quick bite to eat at Cien Montaditos, a large chain in Spain that has over small sandwiches to choose from.
While there are plenty of better places to eat, Cien is nostalgic for me and also super quick and delicious as the 24 hours are winding down. I ate at the one in Plaza de Espana which is on the other side of the Puente Nuevo.
From there, you will want to continue walking along the edge of the city and admiring the views. You will quickly run into the bullfighting ring named the Plaza del Torros which is a good place to check out if you have never been to a bullfighting ring before.
Inaugurated in , the ring is one of the oldest in Spain. Finish off your day in La Alameda park before heading back to grab your belongings and heading to your next destination. Once a thriving religious center for purification, the Arabian baths were a place where Moors, a group of Muslim settlers, would come to sweat out toxins and cleanse the body of impurities before entering the mosque.
The ruins of the ancient Arabian bath house are available to tour for a small fee. A portion of the baths are underground, which is the most popular portion of the attraction. The small bridge became impractical as the town outgrew it, which ultimately led to the construction of the unquestionably beautiful Puente Nuevo. Puente Viejo in Ronda crosses the water closer to the bottom of the gorge, and it is still an operational bridge, although it currently serves as a pedestrian bridge only.
Casa del Rey Moro in Ronda was one of the highlights of our visit. The water well is the main attraction at Casa del Rey Moro. The somewhat strenuous walk down the steps that spiral down the well takes you to the bottom of the gorge. After walking down, and subsequently back up the steps, you will have a new appreciation for people who at one time used the well to access water and bring it back to their homes. I was able to climb down and back up while wearing a 4-year-old.
Although, at times I was regretting that decision! Beyond just knowing what to do in Ronda, Spain, there are a few tips and things to consider to make your trip more enjoyable. You may be seeking information on what to see in Ronda, Spain in one day, but I recommend giving yourself more time in this charmingly beautiful village. Many people visit Ronda as a day trip from Seville or Cordoba. But if you spend at least one night in Ronda, you will get to see the village after the other tourists leave.
Plus, there is something so magical about Puente Nuevo at night when it is illuminated. After the sunset, I sat on our balcony for hours, which had incredible views of the bridge. Keep reading for our lodging recommendations if you are wondering where to stay in Ronda, Spain. I had a glass of wine and just relaxed. Life stood still. It was a fantastic break in the middle of a jam-packed 2-week itinerary that took us from Lisbon , to Sintra, Portugal , to the Algarve coast, to Seville and Cordoba, Spain , to Ronda, and finally across the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco.
So make sure you enjoy a glass of local wine during your visit. The region is known for delicious reds. Tempranillo is my personal favorite. If I could live in this apartment, I would. See the picture above for proof! It can sleep a large family or an extended family traveling together. But even if traveling as a couple or a small family, it would be worth splurging just for the priceless views.
We decided to hit up the small corner store. If we have the privilege of returning to Ronda someday, we would book this exact same apartment in a heartbeat. Begin your sightseeing tour at Plaza de Toros before heading to the main attraction, Puente Nuevo.
Thanks for sharing! Skip to content. Table of Contents. The surrounding countryside is equally spectacular. The footpath leading to the bottom of the gorge is to the left here, while the old town is the opposite direction. If in doubt ask the friendly locals for help. The steepness of the gorge gives you some idea how far down the steps go to reach the Moor built water mine. Puente Viejo stretches across a narrower section of the gorge and is less famous than its more photographed counterpart.
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