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Ronda Attractions
There is plenty to see and do in Ronda, but by far the most impressive sight is the town’s extraordinary setting. Allow plenty of time just to wander and take it all in. There are many miradors, cliff-side paths, and places to pause to marvel at the view. Start on Plaza de España, next to the parador, and cross the Puente Nuevo on foot into the old town. Climb the main Calle Armiñán to explore the old Moorish district and the palace-strewn streets that cluster around it. After that, cross back into the newer Mercadillo quarter for the Plaza de Toros, the charming Plaza de Socorro, and stunning views from the Mirador de Ronda.
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- Historic Site
Baños Arabes
Off to the left as you climb Calle Armiñán, near the town’s two old bridges (Puente Viejo and Puente de San Miguel), Ronda’s 13th-century Arab baths are among the best preserved in Spain. Inside, the structure is wonderfully intact, with barrel vaults, octagonal brick columns, and… - Gardens
Casa del Rey Moro
First the downside. This Neo-Mudéjar palace created by the Duchess of Parcent in the early 20th century (rather than by the Moorish king its name suggests) stands in a sorry state of repair and its interior is closed to visitors. So, the 10€ entrance fee seems steep to visit the… - Museum
Centro de Interpretación del Puente Nuevo
Ronda’s greatest architectural achievement is the towering bridge that spans the El Tajo gorge. The town’s citizens petitioned the crown for a new bridge in 1542, but two centuries passed before technology had advanced enough to attempt it. The first bridge on this spot opened in… - Landmark/View
Desfiladero del Tajo
Opened in 2024, this thrilling walkway stretches 250m (273yd) along one side of the rugged El Tajo gorge as the river thunders below. It begins at Plaza de María Auxiliadora and descends steeply along a cobbled path that clings to the cliff side, down to the base of the Puente Nuevo.… - Restaurant
Entrevinos
A great place for lunchtime or evening tapas, this side street wine bar not far from the bullring has a selection of more than 100 local wines, enticingly displayed behind the counter. Take a seat at the bar and order a selection of good value tapas—garlic mushrooms, squid with black…$Around Town
- Museum/Winery/Theme Park
LA Almazara
A huge concrete and weathered steel cube with a single bull’s horn is the striking setting for LA Almazara, a ten-minute drive outside Ronda. The building is the work of the superstar industrial designer Philippe Starck, who describes it as “unexpected, incredible, and miraculous”. A…Just outside of Ronda - Museum
Museo Lara
At first sight, this private museum in an 18th century mansion near Puente Nuevo might look like a trashy tourist trap, but it’s well worth a second look. It displays the collection of Juan Antonio Lara Jurado, who spent a lifetime amassing a vast cabinet of curiosities including… - Museum
Palacio de Mondragón
Once the private residence of Abomelic, the last Moorish king of Ronda, this charming palace was renovated after the Reconquest to receive the Catholic Monarchs Isabel and Fernando. Further alterations, including the façade, date from the 18th century. Inside, three courtyards… - Sports Venue
Plaza de Toros
Built in 1785, the Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Ronda is Spain’s oldest purpose-built bullring. It is the setting for the annual Feria Goyesca, which takes place in early September in honor of Pedro Romero (1754–1839), the legendary matador and inspiration…
Ronda Nightlife
Wandering the streets of the Old Town and dropping into various tapas bars is a good way to spend the early part of the evening. A good tapas and wine bar is La Gota de Vino 13, Calle Sevilla 13 (tel. 95-287-57-16), attracting a young crowd that consumes massive quantities of Andalusian wine priced from 1.80€ ($2.90) per glass. Tapas range from 5€ to 7€ ($8-$11). It's open Tuesday to Sunday from 7pm to 2am.
Café de Ronda, Calle Tenorio 1 (tel. 95-287-40-91), across the Puente Nuevo, occupies the first floor of a large mansion. Its main feature is a plant-filled courtyard with lots of outdoor seating. Try one of the specialty coffees, priced from 1.50€ ($2.40), or a sandwich, costing from 3.50€ ($5.60). It's open Monday to Thursday 9am to 9pm and Friday to Sunday 9am to midnight.
Later at night there are various discotecas that come and go with the seasons. Along with a collection of routine pubs, they are found along Calle Jerez and in back of Plaza del Socorro. Plaza de Abela is another center of after-dark bars and activities, as are the streets across from Plaza de España and Plaza de Toros. Favorites in this area include Huskies Sport Bar, Calle Molino 1 (no phone), where beer costs 1.50€ ($2.40). Open Monday at 8:30pm and Tuesday to Sunday at 5:30pm. Closing time depends on business and can get very late during the busy summer months. Another bar favored by young locals is Bar Antonio, Calle San José 4 (no phone), with some of the cheapest beer and tapas in town, both costing 1.50€ ($2.40) a serving. It's open Monday to Friday 7am to 11pm, Saturday 9am to 4pm.
