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Adventure Tours, Guided Tours

Guided climbing in Ronda

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Are you in Ronda and looking for an exciting and safe activity to do with your family or friends? Look no further than guided climbing! Not only will you get an adrenaline rush, but you’ll also get to enjoy the stunning natural landscape of the Tajo de Ronda.

What to do with older kids in Ronda?

If you have older kids who are feeling bored after seeing all the main sites in Ronda, this activity is perfect for them. They’ll love the challenge of climbing up and down the vertical walls and be captivated by the impressive views.

When you book your guided climbing experience, you’ll be paired with an experienced guide who will take you on a “Via Ferrata” route that’s perfect for beginners. You’ll also learn about the history of the Tajo de Ronda, the Olla de Ronda, and the surrounding mountains while you climb.

So why not add some excitement to your Ronda trip and book a guided climbing experience today? You won’t regret it!

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Guided climbing in Ronda
One of the best things about this experience is that it’s year-round, so no matter when you visit Ronda, you can enjoy this thrilling activity. Plus, it’s suitable for anyone aged 14 and up, making it a great option for families with older children.
The Caminito del Rey

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Guided Tours, Walking Tours

LA Organic Experience Olive oil tour

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The LA Organic Experience olive oil tour. Discover the beauty of the farm and learn about its organic and sustainable farming practices. Immerse yourself in the natural landscape and observe the sculptures that blend art and nature seamlessly.

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Immerse yourself in the local products and nature of Ronda on a walking tour through olive groves, citrus trees, and vineyards. The guided tour culminates in a tasting of LA Organic’s organic oils. Here you will learn how to differentiate between mild and intense oils. Taste the blend of 80% Arbequina, Picual, and Hojiblanca, as well as the 100% Hojiblanca, and learn about the unique qualities of each one.

  • Your journey begins with an immersive exhibition featuring photographic works by celebrated artists. Then head to the greenhouse where a video presentation awaits you. Witness the traditional process of olive oil production in a vintage oil mill and see the bottling and labeling machine in action.
  • Next, explore the ecological garden and learn about the eco-friendly production of a diverse range of products including vegetables, aromatic plants, citrus trees, and quince trees. Marvel at the organic vineyard with Pinot noir grapes transformed into wine by Michel Rolland, a renowned and influential winemaker. Stop at the small 19th century chapel donated to the estate by the widow Doña Lola.
  • As you walk through a variety of 25 different olives from around the world, admire the large ancient olive trees in Carlota’s Square before returning to the greenhouse for a tasting. Learn how to differentiate between mild and intense oils and try an oil that received an award for being the best organic oil in the world.
  • Uncover the secrets of pressing and bottling high-end organic olive oil and discover the full bouquet of flavors hidden in each drop. With a guided tasting, learn how to taste olive oil like an expert.
  • This walking tour offers a unique environment with rolling vineyards and mountain views, providing the perfect backdrop for your exploration of local products and nature. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to experience the best of Ronda!
LA Organic Experience Olive oil tour
Experience the creative play between nature and spaces that showcase the vision of renowned French industrial architect and designer Philippe Starck.
Would you like to stay at the Cortijo LA Organic?

Guests can take a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, relax in the garden or unwind in the shared lounge. The hotel also features a shared kitchen and a terrace for guests to use. Free private parking is available on-site, and an airport transfer service and bicycle rental service can be arranged upon request.

Couples particularly love the location of Cortijo LA Organic, which has been highly rated by past guests for a two-person trip. Book your stay today for a peaceful and rejuvenating getaway in Ronda.

Rooms at Cortijo LA Organic are well-appointed with a wardrobe, air conditioning, and a desk. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bath or shower and free toiletries. Some rooms even offer a balcony, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

A continental breakfast is served daily, and the hotel also offers car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Popular local attractions include Iglesia de Santa María la Mayor and Tajo’s Tree-lined Avenue, which are just a short drive away.

The Caminito del Rey

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Bus Travel, Guided Tours, Malaga, Tourism, White Villages

Guided trips to Ronda from Malaga and the Costa del Sol

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If you’re staying in Malaga, you’re in luck! There’s so much to explore in this vibrant city, from its stunning beaches and architecture to its rich cultural history. However, if you’re looking to venture further afield and discover more of what the region has to offer, guided trips to Ronda from Malaga and the Costa del Sol and a a day trip to Ronda is definitely worth considering.

Private guided tour to Ronda

If you don’y like the bigger coaches then maybe a private tour is for you? here’s one to help you find a tour that suits you and your family.

This picturesque town is located about an hour and a half’s drive from Malaga and is renowned for its dramatic cliffside views, historic landmarks, and charming white-washed buildings. While you could certainly explore Ronda on your own, an organized guided tour offers a range of benefits that can help you make the most of your visit.

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Audio Guides, Audio Tours, Guided Tours, History, Monuments, Museums, Ronda, Walking Tours

The VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda

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So, I was asked to create the VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda.

Ronda Audio Guide QR code
Scan the QR code to go directly to the Audio guide at VoiceMap

For quite a few years now, the A4 printable guide has been selling steadily directly from Ronda Today and I have received many hundreds of emails from visitors, who have discovered the very best of a visit to Ronda, using the indepth information made up from the top 20 articles published here at Ronda Today.

But what better way to improve the guide? An audio guide of course!

https://voicemap.me/tour/ronda/ronda-andalucia-s-city-of-dreams-a-walking-tour

The VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda

Listening to me along the way (and also some captivating guitar music from the amazing Paco Seco), you’ll pass breathtaking lookout points including the Mirador de Ronda and the Mirador de Aldehuela.

You can also get the guide in German and Spanish languages

Available in German here: https://voicemap.me/tour/ronda/ronda-andalusiens-stadt-der-traume-ein-rundgang
Available in Spanish here: https://voicemap.me/tour/ronda/ronda-la-ciudad-sonada-en-andalucia-una-ruta-a-pie

Discover Ronda at your own pace
  • No queues or following big groups of people.
  • With turn by turn directions you can’t get lost or miss any of the important sights.
  • Start and stop whenever you want.
  • GPS locations. Audio starts automatically as you approach interesting places and monuments.
  • The VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda is also ideal if you have limited time in Ronda but want to see as much as possible.

As we leave the new town behind us and enter the old, past the Mondragón Palace and museum we’ll visit Ronda’s former defensive border at the Puerta de Almocábar, and quake in the boots of history’s soldiers as you imagine approaching armies.

From there we’ll follow the old walls to the Arab Baths and the Puente Viejo bridge, before making our way back over Puente Nuevo. The tour ends in front of the Plaza de Toros, the Bullring of the Royal Cavalry of Ronda.

I’ll also provide answers to some intriguing questions like:
  • What did Blas infante, the father of Spanish nationalism, do in Ronda?
  • Who are the Goyesca ladies?
  • Why is one particular Italian priest famous around here?
  • Who built the Puente Nuevo?
  • Did Queen Isabella really visit Ronda?
  • When did the Christian conquerors arrive?
  • How important is bullfighting in Andalucia?

Creating the VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda from the content here at Ronda Today has been a real pleasure and I hope that you enjoy walking the tour as much I did making it.

You can get the guide directly here: https://voicemap.me/tour/ronda/ronda-andalucia-s-city-of-dreams-a-walking-tour

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Viator: Andalucia’s City Of Dreams: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Ronda

Get Your Guide: Be captivated by Ronda’s beautiful gardens and medieval walls with an audio guide walking tour on your phone. Cross the Puente Nuevo and stroll through the Alameda de Tajo as you learn about the city.

A bit about VoiceMap

VoiceMap’s walking tour app gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace. You can start the walks at any time and stop whenever and wherever you like, for as long as you like. You don’t even need to hit pause. The app uses your GPS location to play audio automatically, at exactly the right time and place, and when you start moving again, playback will too. It also gives you directions, making it much easier to put your phone away and immerse yourself in your surroundings, not the screen.

You can download audio tours with a single tap before you leave your WiFi zone. They come with offline maps, and you don’t have to pay for data while you’re out exploring.

You can get the VoiceMap app here

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.voicemap.android&hl=en

IOS: https://apps.apple.com/za/app/voicemap-audio-walking-tours/id852027939

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Ronda Hotels

Hotels in Ronda Old Town

There are many hotels in Ronda, and several of these are quite superb hotels.  But, quite a few of the people who visit Ronda have a particular desire to stay in the old town with its history and romantic stories. This is the protected zone of Ronda, with very little development allowed, so there aren’t many hotels to choose from.

Ronda’s old town extends from the Puente Nuevo along Calle Armiñan until the old walls and Almocabar Gate, and down as far as the Arab Baths, so we have included the Hotel Alavera de los Baños even though other travel guides might consider it outside the old town.

Here is our list of some of the hotels in Ronda’s old town….Just click the name of the hotel for booking information.

Hotel Montelirio ****
The Montelirio, housed in a 17th century palace is one of Ronda’s most spectacular hotels. Perched as it is on the edge of the Tajo gorge, and with spectacular views from the pool of the Puente Nuevo. The Montelirio is 4 star hotel so you are assured everything you need to enjoy your stay in the city has been provided.

El Poeta de Ronda **** (Hotel El Poeta de Ronda is temporarily closed. If that’s wrong, you can suggest an edit.)
Formerly the home of one of Spain’s best loved poets, Pedro Perez Clotet The Hotel El Poeta de Ronda offers 12 four star rooms in a stately city building. The hotel has been fully refurbished to meet the standards expected by discerning visitors and is centrally located at the corner of Calle Armiñan and Calle Tenorio.

Hotel San Gabriel ****
An 18th century home for the gentry, the Hotel San Gabriel is a favourite amongst celebrities and people with influence Each room or suite offers comfort that is the equal of any luxury hotel.

Jardin de la Muralla ***
With its own tree-filled gardens and swimming pool next to the Espiritu Santo church. The Hotel Jardin de la Muralla is unique in Ronda, and more importantly, with just 6 rooms for guests, privacy, peace and quiet are assured.

Hotel Ronda *
Hotel Ronda is a small, modern, and clean hotel located directly in front of the ruined Palacio del Rey Moro. Family owned, and proudly so, guests immediately feel welcome and cared for when they stay.

Hotel Alavera de los Baños *
Next to Ronda’s Arab Baths and the Real Maestranza Equestrian Training Centre, the Hotel Alavera de los Baños is situated in the medieval Jewish Quarter of Ronda. It is an oasis of peace away from the crowds, and has its own swimming pool.

Baraka B&B *
Baraka, a word that means peacefulness in the Arabic language, is a delightful 3 room bed and breakfast decorated to appeal to those in search of special places to relax whilst seeing the sites of Ronda. Fresh orange juice and coffee, and Mollete de Antequera are offered every morning for breakfast.

Hotel Apartamentos El Polo (Now  called Plaza de Toros)
Several small self-catered apartments right in the very centre of the old town, between the town hall and Ronda’s largest church Santa Maria. Each apartment offers a small kitchenette and salon, and can be rented by the day or week.

Check out booking.com for a full list of hotels in Ronda and surrounding areas.

Ronda Today

Everything you need to know before you visit Ronda “The city of dreams” in Andalucia. https://www.rondatoday.com/

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