Three-Day Itinerary for Malaga, Ronda, and Sevilla

  1. Day 1: Malaga
    Estimated travel time: 0 minutes
    Estimated travel distance: 0 miles

    Start your trip in Malaga, the capital of the Costa del Sol. Spend the morning at the Alcazaba de Malaga, a Moorish fortress and palace that dates back to the 11th century. From there, visit the nearby Malaga Cathedral, also known as "La Manquita" ("The One-Armed Lady") due to an unfinished bell tower. In the afternoon, take a stroll through the Paseo del Parque, a beautiful park that runs along the edge of the city center. End your day with a sunset walk on the Malagueta Beach, located just a few minutes away from the center of town.

  2. Day 2: Ronda
    Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
    Estimated travel distance: 63 miles

    Drive to Ronda, one of the most beautiful towns in Andalusia. Start your visit at the Puente Nuevo, the "New Bridge" that spans a deep gorge and connects the two sides of town. From there, explore the charming old town with its narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses, and ornate balconies. Visit the Plaza de Toros, the oldest bullring in Spain, and the Palacio de Mondragon, a Moorish palace with beautiful gardens. End the day with a glass of wine and some tapas on a terrace overlooking the beautiful landscape of the Serrania de Ronda.

  3. Day 3: Sevilla
    Estimated travel time: 1 hour and 40 minutes
    Estimated travel distance: 85 miles

    Drive to Sevilla, the capital of Andalusia and one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Start your visit with the Real Alcazar, a stunning palace complex with beautiful gardens that has served as a set for the TV series "Game of Thrones". From there, head to the Catedral de Sevilla, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. Climb to the top of the Giralda, the cathedral's bell tower, for a breathtaking view of the city. In the afternoon, wander through the charming narrow streets of the Santa Cruz neighborhood, a former Jewish quarter with lovely squares, hidden gardens, and many tapas bars. End your day with a flamenco show, a unique and unforgettable experience!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Alcazaba de Malaga (2 hours, €3)
  • Malaga Cathedral (1 hour, €5)
  • Paseo del Parque (1 hour, free)
  • Malagueta Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Puente Nuevo (1 hour, €6)
  • Plaza de Toros (1 hour, €8)
  • Palacio de Mondragon (1 hour, €3)
  • Real Alcazar (2 hours, €9)
  • Catedral de Sevilla and Giralda Tower (2 hours, €9)
  • Santa Cruz neighborhood (2 hours, free)
  • Flamenco show (1 hour, €20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €63

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to Granada to visit the stunning Alhambra Palace, or spend an extra day in Sevilla to explore the Barrio Triana neighborhood and visit the Museo de Bellas Artes, one of the best art museums in Spain. If you have less time, consider skipping Malaga and driving straight to Ronda, or cutting short your time in Sevilla and heading back to Malaga for your flight home.

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