Free tour of Ronda

Discover one of the towns that comprises the famous pueblos blancos (white villages), the spectacular Ronda. There’s a free tour of Ronda that starts in the centrally-located Paseo Blas Infante. This free tour of Ronda also goes down Paseo de Ernest Hemingway and will answer the question as to why there is a sculpture in his honor in Ronda. The successful American writer was captivated by this city in Málaga, and its history is beyond interesting.

Free Tour of Ronda
Puente Nuevo (New Bridge)

After that, you’ll learn about the history of the Puente Nuevo, or “New Bridge,” one of the things you’ll get to see in this beautiful city in Málaga. From the bridge you can take in spectacular views of the gorge. Also, you won’t want to miss the hanging houses with their iconic balconies, located on a cliff that is over 150 meters high. Sights like these could easily be on a postcard.

Free Tour of Ronda
Mondragón Mansion

The free tour of Ronda will take you through the essential sites of the city, including the house of the Salesian priest Don Bosco, the colorful Calle Tenorio, and Plaza de María Auxiliadora, a pleasant stop where you can admire the mountains from El Campillo Overlook.

Free Tour of Ronda
Plaza de la Duquesa de Parcent

The historical quarter is another stop on the free tour of Ronda. It contains centuries of history and you’ll get to discover it all through the remains left all around the city by the Phoenicians, Celts, Arabs, and Romans. You can travel back in time by touring Mondragón Mansion, one of the town’s most popular locations to visit. Also known as the Marquis of Villasierra Mansion, it is Ronda’s most important secular monument. Inside you can visit the Municipal Museum, with historical and archaeological exhibits, and all of the secrets it contains.

Continuing to explore the streets on this free tour of Ronda, the next stop will be Plaza de la Duquesa de Parcent. This plaza is famous for containing four different churches: Santa María de la Encarnación, La Caridad, Santa Isabel de los Ángeles, and María Auxiliadora. The plaza acquired great importance during Roman times and today it serves as a good example of all the cultures that have passed through the city.

The Plaza de Toros (Real Maestranza de Caballería de Ronda) is another stop on this free tour of Ronda. This is one of the oldest bullrings in Spain and it is considered the birthplace of traditional bullfighting.


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