Things to do and see in Andalucía
Andalusia is a land of Castles, Bullrings and Flamenco, a land of white villages, warm beaches and breathtaking landscapes. A holiday here is an unforgettable experience, as long as you know what to do and see.
The southernmost territory of Spain will conquer you with it’s Moorish architecture, culture, cuisine and abundance of great indoor and outdoor Activities. Next, you will find a few things nobody should miss while visiting Andalucía.
A list of things to do and see in Andalucía
The southernmost territory of Spain will conquer you with it’s Moorish Architecture, Culture, Cuisine and abundance of great Indoor and Outdoor Activities and Attractions. Next, you will find a few things nobody should miss while visiting Andalucía.
The Alhambra Palace and its gardens
Granada hosts one of the most beautiful Moorish citadel and palace, the Alhambra (the Red Castle). Rising from the woods, the stunning castle and network of irrigated gardens of General life are a some of the most beautiful sights in Europe.
The city of Granada is also very picturesque, with its surrealistic street art, cathedrals and neighbourhoods up the hills in which you can often hear guitars strumming.
Sierra Nevada is just an hour drive away, having the highest peak in Spain, Mulhacén at 3,478 metres above sea level. These mountains are covered in skiing resorts and beautiful white villages.
Historic cathedral in Malaga
Málaga is the second biggest city in Andalucía, situated on the Costa del Sol, and one of the oldest cities in the world. Home of Pablo Picasso and Antonio Banderas, there are plenty of things to do and see here, having a rich Nightlife, Museums, a busy and animated port and great tapas to try out at one of the many restaurants across the cobbled narrow streets of the city center.
150 km north of Málaga you can visit the Unesco listed town of Córdoba, filled with Roman Relics, gardens, parks and bridges.
Ronda Andalusia
Ronda is also a popular destination in the mountains near Málaga, a white town built on the rocks above the Costa del Sol.
It would make a great day trip just to see the dramatic Architecture of the town built on top of high cliffs or one of the oldest Bullrings in Spain. El Tajo Gorge splits the town in two, while the Puente Nuevo reunites its old and new districts of the city. Here is a good place to take a wine tasting tour at Bodegas La Sangre to complete your experience with some famous Spanish wines.
Sunset view on Costa del Sol, with Gibraltar in the background
The Costa del Sol has plenty more to offer, since all the towns between Málaga and Gibraltar are eager to welcome guests throughout the entire year. Known as the sunniest place in Europe, here you can find a lot of spots for your vacation.
Marbella is surely the most exclusive holiday destination here in Costa del Sol, where fancy yachts lay ashore in Puerto Banús and expensive restaurants, hotels and spas can be found at every turn. Great shopping can be made here, and there are plenty of classy beach clubs for you to spend your nights.
Fuengirola, Torremolinos and Benalmadena are three other major holiday resorts in Costa del Sol, where you can find a very international feel, as tourists from all over the world come here for their vacation. The whole area is filled with golf courses, national parks, clubs and stunning beaches, so there are a lot of great things to do and see here.
Metropol Parasol in Seville
Seville is the capital of the Autonomous Community of Andalucía. It also hosts one of the largest and most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world, the Cathedral of St. Mary, built on top of a former Moorish mosque. Attached to the cathedral is Granada tower, where tourists can climb to have a stunning top view over the city.
A must see is the Alcázar of Seville, the oldest royal palace still being used in Europe, and a former Moorish fort.
The Metropol Parasol in the Plaza de la Encarnación is the biggest wooden structure in the world and hosts the central market, an underground archaeological complex and a great viewpoint above.
Dunas de Tarifa, Bolonia Beach – By César Comino García via Wikimedia Commons
Costa de la Luz is just between Costa del Sol and Portugal, facing the Atlantic, and is a very popular spot for the summer. This is the heaven of surfers and golden beach lovers.
The place to start with is Tarifa, a calm surfers town, the southernmost spot in Europe, where you can actually see where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Heading north is the city of Cádiz, the oldest continuously inhabited city of Europe and a principal Spanish Navy port. The Old Town is made of narrow streets connecting big plazas, a great place to for a relaxing walk where you can admire the old architecture.
Andalucía has a special feel to it, offering unique experiences, tastes, architecture and culture, as well as unforgettable landscapes in its diverse geography. For short, this might just be the place for you to find anything you could possibly wish from your vacation. Enjoy it!
