Day Itinerary
15 Activities
Day 1
83 mi2 mi
Three White Villages near Malaga with Castles and Beautiful Streets
On this day trip, you will discover three small towns near Malaga that will take you for a walk through castles, caves, narrow streets with white houses and flower pots.
A short but unforgettable trip.
A short but unforgettable trip.
09:00
Málaga
After a good breakfast in the hotel or in one bar, start to drive to make the most of the day. You will take the route to the west to reach the first stop, but on the way you´ll stop to visit a castle that will surprise you.
16.1 mi
40 min
09:4545 min
Colomares Monument
Landmark
Open Details
The Colomares Castle is newer than it looks. It was built between 1987 and 1994 as a tribute to Christopher Columbus and his arrival in America. It is very interesting the amount of symbolism of Christianity, Judaism and Islam that you can look for.
✅ Open Hours: Wednesday - Sunday Winter: 10:00 - 18:00 Autumn: 10:00 - 18:00 Spring: 10:00 - 19:00 Summer: 10:00 - 14:00, 17:00 - 21:00 Monday and Tuesday it´s closed.
The ticket costs 2.5 euros and is purchased on the spot.
✅ Open Hours: Wednesday - Sunday Winter: 10:00 - 18:00 Autumn: 10:00 - 18:00 Spring: 10:00 - 19:00 Summer: 10:00 - 14:00, 17:00 - 21:00 Monday and Tuesday it´s closed.
The ticket costs 2.5 euros and is purchased on the spot.
5.3 mi
20 min
11:1510 min
Mijas Town Hall
Capitol Building
Open Details
The first long stop of this day trip is Mijas. Mijas is one of the most beautiful white village in Malaga (and closer).
Leave the car in the Mijas parking (near Mijas Town Hall) or in the street further away, like Calle Campos.
Be prepare to walk a few hours and discover some lovely corners.
Leave the car in the Mijas parking (near Mijas Town Hall) or in the street further away, like Calle Campos.
Be prepare to walk a few hours and discover some lovely corners.
0.1 mi
5 min
11:3045 min
Plaza Virgen de la Peña
Landmark
Open Details
From the Plaza Virgen de la Peña, you can walk to the Town Hall (Ayuntamiento), the Mijas Contemporary Art Center, the Ethnological Historical Museum (to learn about the town's past) and a wide variety of cafes and restaurants.
Also, in the upper part of the square is the Carromato de Mijas, a museum of miniatures.
✅ Open Hours Mijas Contemporary Art Center: Monday - Sunday: 10:30 - 14:00. Admission is 3 euros.
✅ Open Hours Ethnological Historical Museum: Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 19:00 Admission is 1 euro.
✅ Open Hours Carromato de Mijas Monday - Sunday: 10:00-18:00 (winter) Monday - Sunday: 10:00-22:00 (summer)
All three are small museums that are quickly visited. You can choose one of them.
Also, in the upper part of the square is the Carromato de Mijas, a museum of miniatures.
✅ Open Hours Mijas Contemporary Art Center: Monday - Sunday: 10:30 - 14:00. Admission is 3 euros.
✅ Open Hours Ethnological Historical Museum: Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 19:00 Admission is 1 euro.
✅ Open Hours Carromato de Mijas Monday - Sunday: 10:00-18:00 (winter) Monday - Sunday: 10:00-22:00 (summer)
All three are small museums that are quickly visited. You can choose one of them.
0.5 mi
10 min
12:3010 min
Fuente de los Siete Caños
Open Details
If you continue along Calle de Coín and Calle Santana you will reach another of the places to visit in Mijas: the Plaza de los siete caños and the Ermita de Santa Ana.
0.2 mi
5 min
12:4510 min
Callejón de los Gitanos
Landmark
Open Details
As you walk through the village you will come across several streets like the Callejón de los gitanos with the typical flower pots on the walls. ¡Always have your camera ready!
0.4 mi
10 min
13:1530 min
Parque La Muralla
Park
Open Details
The Paseo o parque de la Muralla is a circular route that includes the passage through the Plaza de Toros, the church of the Immaculate Conception, some water fountains with benches to rest, a sector with children's games and a flower garden (they have signs that indicate what flowers they are).
Also, you can see incredible views from the viewpoints because it is one of the highest areas of the town.
Also, you can see incredible views from the viewpoints because it is one of the highest areas of the town.
0.5 mi
10 min
14:001 hr
Tomillo Limón
Restaurant
Open Details
After walking all morning, it's time for a good lunch. Tomillo Limon is one of the recommended restaurants. It offers Spanish, European and international food with vegan and gluten-free options.
✅ Open Hours: Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00 - 23:00. Sunday: 12:00 - 17:00. On Mondays is closed.
After lunch, pick up the car to continue to the next stop.
✅ Open Hours: Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00 - 23:00. Sunday: 12:00 - 17:00. On Mondays is closed.
After lunch, pick up the car to continue to the next stop.
24 mi
40 min
16:005 min
Mirador de Ojén
Open Details
Before arrival in Ojén, folow the A-355 to reach the viewpoint. There, you will find a place to park the car and contemplate the scenery for a few minutes.
3 mi
10 min
16:1515 min
Cueva de las Columnas
Landmark
Open Details
Now yes! You are ready to follow the road to Ojén. Before going down to the old town, you can see the Caves of Ojén, which were used for cattle and cereal storage. If you want, there are stairs to climb to the top, but you can observe them from below.
On the way from the Cuevas de Ojén to the old town you can park your car wherever you see a place.
On the way from the Cuevas de Ojén to the old town you can park your car wherever you see a place.
0.2 mi
5 min
16:4545 min
Fuente de los Chorros
Open Details
The Fountain of the jets (Fuente de los Chorros o los caños) can be the starting point to walk through the old town of Ojén.
Get lost in its narrow streets and take lots of pictures. Keep in mind that there are several steep streets.
Get lost in its narrow streets and take lots of pictures. Keep in mind that there are several steep streets.
0.1 mi
5 min
17:4545 min
Restaurante Boca Bistro.
Restaurant
Open Details
¡Time to coffee! Choose one of the cafes in the old town, such us a Pinchos y Chocolates for a snack. You can try the crepes with nutella. ¡Enjoy!
✅ Open Hours: Saturday - Sunday: 13:00 - 24:00 Monday, Tuesday and Friday: 16:00-24:00 Wednesday - Thursday is closed.
✅ Open Hours: Saturday - Sunday: 13:00 - 24:00 Monday, Tuesday and Friday: 16:00-24:00 Wednesday - Thursday is closed.
0.7 mi
20 min
19:0030 min
Charco las Viñas
Park
Open Details
If you are still energetic, you can take a walk of less than half an hour to reach the Charco de las Viñas, a mirror of water surrounded by vegetation.
To get down to the water there is a steep slope. But you can see it from the top.
Come back for your car to go to the next stop.
Come back for your car to go to the next stop.
6.6 mi
20 min
20:001 hr 30 min
Hotel - Restaurante Castillo De Monda
Bar
Open Details
The last stop on this day trip is the Castle of Monda. After a drive or a walk through the small village of Monda there is nothing better than ending the day with a beer on the terrace of the Castle of Monda.
The original castle is from the 10th century but on its ruins was rebuilt the castle that we can enjoy today.
Walk around the castle and enjoy the sunset and the views from the terrace.
If you want you can have dinner there.
✅ Open hours: Monday - Sunday: 10:00-23:00
The original castle is from the 10th century but on its ruins was rebuilt the castle that we can enjoy today.
Walk around the castle and enjoy the sunset and the views from the terrace.
If you want you can have dinner there.
✅ Open hours: Monday - Sunday: 10:00-23:00