Historical

Ronda Tour with Guided Visit and Setenil de las Bodegas

3.9(10 reviews)Málaga, Spain
8h30DurationEnglish, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

This tour includes a visit to Setenil de las Bodegas, allowing free time to explore the village known for its houses built into the mountainside. Following this, the tour continues to Ronda, a historic village in Andalusia. Local guides will provide a tour that covers the town's history, gastronomy, and customs. Participants will visit one of the oldest bullrings and its bullfighting museum, but note that admission to these attractions is not included on Tuesdays. The itinerary features stops at the Plaza de España, Puente Nuevo, Tajo de Ronda, and Santa María church, along with free time for lunch and exploring Ronda's main streets. The tour lasts 8 hours and includes return transport, a tour guide, and admission with a local guide to the bullring and bullfighting museum, except on Tuesdays when admission is not included. Drinks and meals are not part of the package.

Itinerary

1

El Tajo de Ronda

We will visit the New Bridge (Puente Nuevo), overlooking the Tajo of Ronda with its spectacular panoramic views.

2

Plaza de Toros de Ronda

We will then enter the Ronda Bullring (Plaza de Toros de Ronda), where a local guide will provide us with a historical tour, culminating with a visit to the Bullfighting Museum. On Tuesdays, entrance to the Bullring and Museum is NOT included.

3

Setenil de las Bodegas

Later, we will head to Setenil de las Bodegas, where you will have free time to stroll through this unique and charming village nestled in the Serranía. Cuevas del Sol Street is the most iconic street in Setenil — a narrow path running alongside the Trejo River, where houses are impressively carved directly into the rock.

4

New Bridge

The New Bridge is the most iconic monument in the city of Ronda, Málaga. Built between 1751 and 1793, it was the tallest bridge in the world until 1839, standing at 98 metres high. It connects the historic and modern parts of the city.

5

Plaza de Espana

Ronda's Plaza de España is a central urban space, one of the city’s most emblematic and busiest squares. It is located in the New Town (Ciudad Nueva), at the southern end of Calle Virgen de la Paz, and connects to other important streets like Calle Nueva and Calle Rosario. This square serves as the main gateway to "La Ciudad" — the old and monumental part of Ronda — accessed from the modern commercial area via the impressive New Bridge.

6

Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor

This church was built by order of the Catholic Monarchs on the site of the former main mosque. Its structure is Gothic, though its naves and main altar are in Renaissance style. One detail not to miss is the arch that once led to the mihrab, a typical feature of all mosques.

7

Banos Arabes

These baths reflect the Muslim adaptation of Roman bathhouses and feature the same layout: cold, warm, and hot rooms, hypocaust system, boiler, and reception room. Unlike the Roman baths — which involved immersion in large pools — the Muslim version is primarily based on steam bathing, though small pools may sometimes be present.

8

Palacio de Mondragon

Also known as the Palace of the Marquis of Villasierra, this Mudejar-Renaissance building is located in Ronda's old town. It currently houses the Ronda Municipal Museum.

What's included / not included

Entrance to the Bullring and Bullfighting Museum - TUESDAYS: NOT INCLUDEDAir conditioned vehicleAccompanying guide and local guide during the visit to the Bullring
Bottled waterLunchEntrance to Santa María la Mayor Church (4€)Entrance to the Arab Baths (3.5€)Entrance to Mondragón Palace (3.5€)Entrance feesEntrance feesEntrance fees

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Comfortable footwear recommended
  • Bring water

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