Ronda

Travel Guide

Ronda showing a small town or village and landscape views
Puente Nuevo featuring a bridge, heritage elements and night scenes
El Tajo Gorge which includes tranquil scenes and a gorge or canyon
Puente Nuevo showing a gorge or canyon and a small town or village
Puerta de Almocabar which includes a small town or village

Visit the feast of architectural treasures that stand on either side of a spectacular gorge in this hilltop town in Andalusia.

Famous for bullfighting, historic architecture and breathtaking views, Ronda is a popular destination for a visit when touring Andalusia. First settled in the Neolithic Age, the town has passed through the hands of the Celts, Romans and Moors, with each culture leaving an influence on the striking townscape. Appreciate Ronda’s setting in the Serranía de Ronda region, surrounded by dramatic escarpments, river valleys and rolling hills.

Start your discovery of Ronda at Puente NuevoOpens in a new window, an 18th-century bridge connecting the Moorish old town, La Ciudad, with the new town, El Mercadillo. Gaze over the town’s rooftops and down the craggy ravines of the 394-foot-deep (120-meter) El Tajo GorgeOpens in a new window. Paths lead down from the bridge into the heart of the gorge and to riverside trails.

Walk south from Puente Nuevo and explore La Ciudad’s atmospheric streets. Find picturesque squares, including Plaza Duquesa de Parcent, decorated by monuments such as the Church of Santa Maria la MayorOpens in a new window. See displays about Ronda’s history at Mondragón Palace and an Aladdin’s cave of curious exhibits at Museo LaraOpens in a new window. Gaze up at Puerta de AlmocábarOpens in a new window, the one-time gateway to an ancient castle, and tour the well-preserved Arab Baths.

North of Puente Nuevo is Plaza de España, El Mercadillo’s main square. Ernest Hemingway brought international fame to the square by describing it in his novel For Whom the Bell Tolls. Visit Plaza de TorosOpens in a new window, one of Spain’s most revered bullrings, and browse bullfighting memorabilia at the Ronda Bullring MuseumOpens in a new window. Enjoy additional memorable views from Mirador de Aldehuela and Cuenca Gardens.

Browse the antique shops, boutiques, bookstores and fashion outlets on Carretera Espinel, known locally as La Bola. Dine on delicious tapas, sample Andalusian wines and watch a flamenco show at the bars and restaurants around Plaza Carmen Abela.

Reach Ronda by flying to Malagá International Airport and catching a bus or renting a car from there. Alternatively, get here from Algeciras via a train journey, which travels through splendid mountain scenery and along the El Tajo Gorge.

Where to stay in Ronda

Church of Santa Maria la Mayor which includes heritage elements and street scenes

Old Town Ronda

Old Town Ronda is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Casa del Rey Moro and Church of Santa Maria la Mayor.

Old Town Ronda
Catalonia Ronda

Catalonia Ronda

4 out of 5
Avenida Virgen de la Paz, 16, Ronda, Malaga
The price is P9,042 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P9,042
P9,946 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ronda. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Catalonia Ronda
Parador de Ronda

Parador de Ronda

4 out of 5
Plaza de España, s/n, Ronda, Malaga
The price is P7,378 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P7,378
P8,116 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Ronda. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Front desk staff extremely helpful. Since hotel parking has been fully booked, Bernie marked down the exact location of a few nearby parking lots and gave us detailed information about how to get there. Great location, incredible scene of the valley from balcony. Great food at the hotel's ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Parador de Ronda
Catalonia Reina Victoria

Catalonia Reina Victoria

4 out of 5
Jerez, 25, Ronda, Malaga
The price is P9,042 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P9,042
P9,946 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ronda. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (973 reviews)
"Lovely property with great views."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Catalonia Reina Victoria
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Avanel

Apartamentos Avanel

3.5 out of 5
C. Virgen de los Dolores, 10, Ronda, Málaga
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ronda. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Puente Nuevo Bridge and Circulo de Artistas ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"Wonderful views, location, AC, and location."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Apartamentos Avanel
Apartamentos Rondacentro

Apartamentos Rondacentro

3 out of 5
Calle José Aparicio, 1A, Ronda
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ronda. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
"Nice location ."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Apartamentos Rondacentro
Apartamentos Rondaluz

Apartamentos Rondaluz

3 out of 5
AV/ Martinez Astein 5, Ronda, Andalusia
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ronda. Enjoy free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Puente Nuevo Bridge and Circulo de Artistas are located ...
"No heating system and scarce hot water."

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2024

Apartamentos Rondaluz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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