Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 3
17 mi3 mi
Bolonia, Ruins of Baelo Claudia and Zahara de Los Atunes
This third day of the trip also offers many hours of beach, relaxation or adventure (depending on your preference).
In addition to long beaches, you can visit the ruins of Baelo Claudia, an ancient Roman city.
The day and the route ends in the town of Zahara de los Atunes, an old fishing village that is nowadays dominated by tourism during the summer months.
In addition to long beaches, you can visit the ruins of Baelo Claudia, an ancient Roman city.
The day and the route ends in the town of Zahara de los Atunes, an old fishing village that is nowadays dominated by tourism during the summer months.
8.7 mi15 min
09:3015 min
Aparcamiento
Parking
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The first destination of the day is the small town of Bolonia, which is characterised by its long beaches, its dunes and the presence of an archaeological site.
The itinerary suggests visiting the archaeological site early, because in summer it gets very hot later in the day. You can leave your car in the car park on the beach or in the museum car park (where the visit to the archaeological site begins). Also, there is an area with tables and benches if you want to rest or have a bite to eat/drink there.
If you stay on the beach afterwards, it is better to leave the car in the first option and walk to the museum, because that it can be difficult to find space later in the day.
The itinerary suggests visiting the archaeological site early, because in summer it gets very hot later in the day. You can leave your car in the car park on the beach or in the museum car park (where the visit to the archaeological site begins). Also, there is an area with tables and benches if you want to rest or have a bite to eat/drink there.
If you stay on the beach afterwards, it is better to leave the car in the first option and walk to the museum, because that it can be difficult to find space later in the day.
0.5 mi10 min
10:001 hr
Baelo Claudia
Landmark
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Baelo Claudia was a maritime city founded in the 2nd century BC and developed thanks to the salting tuna industry, the production of galum (a paste/sauce made from fish leftovers) and trade with North Africa.
First, visit the museum to learn about the history of the city and then take a walk of the archaeological ruins. You can pick up a map at the visitor centre. On the way, you will see the forum, the temples, the administrative buildings, the market, the theatre, the baths and the industrial quarter.
Open Hours: Visiting hours change at different times of the year, but it is always open at 9 am. You can check the opening times on the official website
The entrance fee is 1.50 euros. Free for accredited citizens of the European Union.
First, visit the museum to learn about the history of the city and then take a walk of the archaeological ruins. You can pick up a map at the visitor centre. On the way, you will see the forum, the temples, the administrative buildings, the market, the theatre, the baths and the industrial quarter.
Open Hours: Visiting hours change at different times of the year, but it is always open at 9 am. You can check the opening times on the official website
The entrance fee is 1.50 euros. Free for accredited citizens of the European Union.
1.1 mi25 min
11:302 hrs
Bolonia Beach
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After visiting the ancient Roman city you can spend some time on the beach, walking, reading, bathing or relaxing under the umbrella. You can also take a water sports lesson.
Another option is to pick up the car and drive 20 minutes to the natural pools of Bolonia. These pools are formed between rocks. You can enjoy some time there before returning to Bologna for lunch.
Another option is to pick up the car and drive 20 minutes to the natural pools of Bolonia. These pools are formed between rocks. You can enjoy some time there before returning to Bologna for lunch.
0.6 mi5 min
14:001 hr 30 min
Snack Dune
Bar
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Nothing better than a good lunch overlooking the sea and the dunes. Choose one of the beach bars, like Chiringuito Duna and enjoy the local seafood.
3.8 mi20 min
16:001 hr 30 min
Playa Los Alemanes
Landmark
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The itinerary continues along the coast of light (Costa de la Luz) to Playa de los Alemanes. There, you will find many kilometres of golden sand and crystal clear water. It is a wild beach for sunbathing, swimming or walking.
You can stay for a long time or just take some pictures and continue your journey to the next stop.
You can stay for a long time or just take some pictures and continue your journey to the next stop.
3.7 mi15 min
17:45
Zahara de los Atunes
Welcome to the last stop on this three-day route: the town of Zahara de los Atunes. A fishing village that nowadays is mainly dedicated to tourism. Among its white-walled low houses you will find many bars, cafés and restaurants.
You can leave your car in one of the streets away from the centre or in the car parks indicated along the way.
You can leave your car in one of the streets away from the centre or in the car parks indicated along the way.
0.3 mi5 min
18:151 hr
Café Bar El Portón
Bar
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You can stop for a coffee, a smoothie and a tasty snack in some bar/café.
One of the most recommended places is El Portón, with a patio full of plants, where you can try some delicious toasts with tomato or avocado, among many other options.
0.7 mi15 min
19:301 hr 30 min
Playa del Cabo de la Plata
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After the afternoon snack, you can walk through the old town of Zahara de los Atunes or enjoy the last hours of sunlight on the beach.
In the meanwhile, you can look back on all the moments of the three-day trip.
In the meanwhile, you can look back on all the moments of the three-day trip.