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    Day 3

    86 mi3 mi

    Ronda and Zahara de las Sierra

    Today you'll have plenty of time to walk around the charming Arab side of Ronda and enjoy the famous "Puente Nuevo" at your leisure.
    Your last stop will be Zahara, high on a mountain, where you'll explore the tiny village streets with fragrant orange trees and savor the amazing views from atop an ancient Arab Fortress.
    0.4 mi
    10 min
    Puerta de Almocábar
    09:305 min

    Puerta de Almocábar

    Landmark
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    After breakfast at your hotel, you'll walk to this point.
    From here, the original walled entrance to the ancient kingdom of the Moors in the 13th Century, you'll start a self-guided walking tour seeing the main sights of Ronda.
    The government of Andalucia has an excellent tourist brochure for Ronda which you can read here website to learn more in depth information of the sites you'll be seeing on this walk.
    0.6 mi
    15 min
    Arab Baths Archaeological Site
    09:5030 min

    Arab Baths Archaeological Site

    Landmark
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    The Arab baths of Ronda are some of the most intact and well preserved original baths in the Iberian peninsula.
    Located in the ancient Arab quarter of the city, today you can enter these baths and be transported back in time to the 13th and 14th Centuries when the Moors ruled.
    Opening Hours Monday and Saturday 10:00 - 14:00; 15:00 - 18:00 Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 - 19:00 Sundays and holidays from 10:00 - 15:00
    Tickets Available at the Entrance
    0.4 mi
    10 min
    Centro de Interpretación del Puente Nuevo
    10:3030 min

    Centro de Interpretación del Puente Nuevo

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    Possibly the most impressive bridge you'll ever see or walk across! As you marvel at the sheer length of such an engineering feat, take in the way the bridge is built into the natural surroundings.
    Built between 1751-1793, this "new" bridge connected the two parts of the growing city of Ronda, the Arab side (where your hotel is located) and the new side across the river and steep gorge.
    Do take in views from both sides are they are equally spectacular.
    0.2 mi
    5 min
    Bullring of the Royal Cavalry of Ronda
    11:3030 min

    Bullring of the Royal Cavalry of Ronda

    Landmark
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    While your personal feelings about bullfighting may vary, there's no denying it is emblematic of Spain.
    The Bullring of Ronda is a famous symbol of the city and here you have a chance to learn more about the history of the ring as well as tour the museum.
    Opening Hours Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 20:00 Monday 10:00 - 15:00
    Tickets Available at the Box Office Entrance
    0.3 mi
    5 min
    Casa Santa Pola
    13:001 hr 30 min

    Casa Santa Pola

    Restaurant
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    This restaurant , which previously housed an ancient Arab villa, offers an unbeatable location for you to savor your last moments and views of Ronda.
    Grab a table on the terrace (weather permitting) and marvel at the slopes of the Targus while gazing at the magnificence of the famous "new" bridge of Ronda.
    Friendly staff and lots of dining options including reliable paella and locally-sourced wine.
    Opening Hours Everyday 12:00 - 21:00
    Reservations +34 676 01 15 71
    Website
    0.3 mi
    10 min
    La Colegiata de Ronda
    15:0010 min

    La Colegiata de Ronda

    Lodging
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    Return here to retrieve your car and drive to Zahara.
    21.8 mi
    40 min
    Parking público
    16:0010 min

    Parking público

    Parking
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    Park here at the bottom of the village of Zahara to access the sites by foot.
    0.5 mi
    10 min
    Zahara de la Sierra Castle
    16:3030 min

    Zahara de la Sierra Castle

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    High on the imposing cliffs above the village of Zahara de la Sierra lies the remains of the 13th Century Fortress of the Moors.
    While the interior has been long neglected and inaccessible, it's the views you came for and they don't disappoint!
    From this magical setting you can look out at the turquoise waters of the Zahara el Gastor water reservoir and the hills beyond, surveying what used to be an ancient kingdom. Yours for the moment.
    Opening Hours Everyday 24 hours
    0.4 mi
    10 min
    Tower of Tribute
    17:1515 min

    Tower of Tribute

    Landmark
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    If you're up for more steep climbs for even higher views, make your way up to the "Tower of Tribute".
    Your legs may burn but that photo is going to be amazing!
    0.3 mi
    5 min
    Church of Santa María de la Mesa
    17:4510 min

    Church of Santa María de la Mesa

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    A small church with detailed Baroque architecture, it's most impressive when viewed from a distance with the Castle on a Cliff above it.
    0.1 mi
    5 min
    Restaurante Los Naranjos
    18:0045 min

    Restaurante Los Naranjos

    Restaurant
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    Near the church and surrounded by orange trees, this is a great place to sit and soak up the atmosphere of the quaint pueblo blanco before you head back to Seville.
    Enjoy some tapas on offer like croquetas de jamon or fried green peppers. If you need something more substantial there are plenty of other dishes to choose from as well.
    Opening Hours Thursday - Tuesday 9:00 - 24:00 Closed Wednesday
    Reservations Recommended
    Phone +34 608 289 747
    0.3 mi
    10 min
    Parking público
    19:1510 min

    Parking público

    Parking
    Open Details
    Pick up your car and drive back to Sevilla.
    64.5 mi
    1 hr 30 min
    21:00

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