Great Things to Do Near San Nicasio
Stroll into town
Wander down the street from the house and into the cobbled square in the Barrio de San Francisco. Either stop here for a drink in one of the local cafes or continue through the ancient stone walls that surround the old town to explore the atmospheric streets and historic buildings.
Leisurely Lunches
Being so close to the town centre at San Nicasio, it's so easy to stroll into the centre and have a long lunch. The Plaza Socorro has an array of cafes and restaurants, it's a great place to do a spot of people watching too!
Visit a bodega
Some excellent wines are produced by 'bodegas' in the Ronda area and some bodegas offer guided tours and wine tastings. Ronda also has a wine museum where you can sip a glass as you wander around the beautiful old building and discover the history of wine production in the region.
Enjoy Shopping in Ronda
Most of the shops are concentrated around the long pedestrianised street, Calle la Bola, and the streets that lead off it, which make up Ronda´s main shopping area.
Ronda's Bullring
The Corrida takes place in the bullring. Built in 1784, it is one of the oldest in Spain and the second most important monument of the town. For a small admission charge you can visit the bullring and its museum.
Feria Pedro Romero
Ronda celebrates its fair and festival in honour of Pedro Romero, the only fair in the world dedicated to a bullfighter, tat the of the end of August and beginning of September each year. “Rondeños” and visitors alike can enjoy a whole week of fun and festivities. There are celebrations with plenty of merriment, in the main town centre nearest to the bullring during the day, including a bullfight with the “toreros” wearing a traditional Goyesca style costumes based on the Spanish artist Goya. At night, there is also the large fairground on the outskirts of the town, running into the early hours with fair rides, music and large tents (casetas) for local groups and associations to meet. Bullfighting is not the only thing to see; ladies dressed in traditional gypsy flamenco dresses and the beautiful horse and carriage parade on Sunday are unquestionably worth seeing! Please check the local tourist website to confirm dates. www.turismoderonda.es
Explore the White Villages
Ronda is surrounded by beautiful mountains. Spend a day exploring the Pueblos Blancos, especially in the National Park Sierra de Grazalema. You will be enchanted by these pretty white washed villages. Grazalema is a firm favourite, with an array of small shops selling local produce and plenty of choice for places to eat out.
Visit the Alhambra Palace in Granada
A great day trip to do is visit the Alhambra palace in Granada, just over a two-hour drive away. Tickets must be booked well in advance, so book online before your holiday to avoid being disappointed! www.tickets.alhambra-patronato.es
Turn back time
and immerse yourself in a world of bandits and romantic travellers in Ronda's new festival Ronda Romantica. The whole town gets dressed up in traditional costume and performs historical re-enactments from the 18th century. Ronda Romantica will take place in May.
View Ronda from the Foot of the Gorge
You cannot leave Ronda without descending to the bottom of the gorge. From the house, follow the street to the square in the Barrio de San Francisco and turn left at the bar called ‘Bodega San Francisco’, just before you reach the old town walls. Now simply continue downhill.
Seville
Seville is Andalucía’s capital. It has some of the region’s most beautiful monuments. Easily reached, using the park and ride system by metro, taking the strain from trying to park in a busy unfamiliar city. Exit the metro in “Puerta Jerez” and you will find yourselves in the very heart of the city, close to the Cathedral. It’s a flat city so walking is easy, cycles can also be hired for a day, horse and carriages are plentiful, or “hop on – hop off “city open top bus tours can be easily found.
Flamenco
Flamenco is passionate and seductive, mysterious and misunderstood. A culture that has been burning in Andalucía for hundreds of years. Enjoy a chance to see some Flamenco dancing at its best with truly mesmerising guitar performances and song at El Quinqué, near to the bullring Ronda. https://www.elquinqueronda.com/
See how the Cave Dwellers Live
Feel like a troglodyte in Setenil's streets of overhanging rock and cave-like buildings. This pretty town has some interesting historical monuments and good restaurants, many of them built into the mountainside
Stand by a Waterfall, Swim in a Lagoon
The Cueva del Gato cave and lagoon are on the road between Ronda and Benaoján. The waterfall flows all year round, and all attempts to build a dam have failed, because the water always finds a way out. The cave is thought to have been a favourite hiding place for bandits in the past, but its depths are now only accessible by very experienced and qualified potholers.
Nothing but Nature in the National Parks
Drive for miles through one of the natural parks - Parque de los Alcornocales or Grazalema - without seeing another vehicle. But remember that you are likely to come across cows, mountain goats and deer, and they have right of way.
Caminito del Rey
Once considered the most dangerous path in the world, the Caminito de Rey near Ardales is an 8km hike. Today the entire route has been carefully restored and although it's now much safer, one thing hasn't changed - the unique experience of strolling along walkways hanging over 100 metres up on a sheer cliff face. It is spectacular all way long: from the Count of Guadalhorce Reservoir to its end at El Chorro Dam. Placed in unique natural surroundings, the path stretches between two gorges, canyons and a large valley, along pathways or boardwalks. For more information and to book your visit in advance, visit: www.caminitodelrey.info/en
