Andalucía offers many possibilities when it comes to visiting new places depending on what you want. From big cities to coastal towns or in the mountains. You can find everything you dream of. Tired of seeing the typical places? We have the solution for it! This Andalucía bucketlist is full of charming little towns that will make you enjoy your vacations.
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MARBELLA:
Known as the jewel of the Costa del Sol, Marbella is a city with endless possibilities. Perfect whether you go with your family or with your friends. Known for its luxury and night tourism, it has much more to offer us.
In it you can go scuba diving, play golf, great boat trips or bicycle routes. It offers us a great natural environment, in the Juanar, there’s a great viewpoint where you can observe the entire city.
It’s the perfect place if you want to enjoy your holidays in a coastal place while resting.
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RONDA:
If you are thinking of a more rural getaway in an outdoor environment surrounded by nature, Ronda is your destination. It is a small town in the province of Málaga, located just above a deep gorge.
Every year it gains more popularity among tourists, largely due to its cultural heritage and its characteristic bridge with great views.
You can also enjoy the great natural landscape of the Málaga mountains with different hiking routes. If you are looking for one of the best views of the environment, we recommend visiting the viewpoint on Paseo de la Alameda.
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MIJAS:
Are you looking for a quiet place where you can enjoy the tranquility at the same time of the beach and it traditions? Then Mijas is your best option. Mijas is characteristic for its streets full of flowers and it donkey rides. Another of its characteristics is that it’s one of the largest English colonies in Andalusia, so it will not be difficult to find typical things.
Mijas has a wide cultural heritage in addition to its characteristic image as a white town that merges between the coast and the mountains.
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ARACENA:
If what you are looking for is something more different and away from the beaches, then the village of Aracena is your place. Located in the heart of Sierra Morena in the province of Huelva.
It is the perfect place if you are looking for nature with your family. Despite being a small town, it has many things to offer and contribute to tourists.
Its main tourist attraction is the Gruta de las Maravillas, a wide route inside a cave which will leave you speechless.
Another thing that you cannot miss is visiting the Castle of Aracena, much less missing a visit to the Iberian Ham Museum and enjoying its gastronomy. In addition, we recommend getting lost in the streets of the town to immerse yourself in its culture and tradition.
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SETENIL DE LAS BODEGAS:
Would you like to discover one of the most unique towns in Cádiz? In the Sierra de Cádiz, on the slopes of the Guadalporcún River, there’s a village that melts into a rock, Setenil de las Bodegas.
This town belongs to the route of the white villages and is considered one of the most beautiful towns in Spain. It is the perfect place to take incredible photos and discover a completely unique landscape environment.
Some of its streets are considered caves because you cannot see the sky as they are covered by rocks. It is one of the towns with the greatest historical heritage, being declared a Historical Heritage for its architecture.
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ÚBEDA AND BAEZA:
If what you are looking for is to enter into great monumental complexes enjoying cultural tourism, then Úbeda and Baeza are the perfect place for you. Separated by just 10 kilometers, in the province of Jaén.
In 2003 both towns obtained the distinction of Patrimony of the Humanity, of the hand of the UNESCO. So it is a more than mandatory visit in your bucketlist.
They stand out for their heritage sites from both the Arab and Renaissance times. In turn, they are surrounded by a unique landscape belonging to the Sierra de Cazorla.
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NERJA:
Located in Malaga, Nerja is an ideal location if you are traveling with both family and friends. It stands out as one of the main towns on the Costa del Sol. You can enjoy the tranquility while doing all kinds of activities such as: kayaking, hiking, diving, etc.
Also, if you are passionate about nature, you have all kinds of options. You can visit the natural park of the mountains of Tejeda and Almijara.
Nerja also has a unique and perfect place for excursions, the Nerja caves. It is a site of great historical and cultural heritage, named an asset of cultural interest.
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MOJÁCAR:
Located in the Sierra de Cabrera, there’s one of the most famous towns on the tropical coast of Andalusia, Mojácar. It is a town with white aesthetics, where the tradition of the town merges with the offer of sun and beach.
As a coastal town, we can do all kinds of water and leisure activities, although its fame is due to its historical Arab past.
Due to its proximity, we recommend a visit to the Cabo de Gata natural park if you are looking for a natural getaway.
It is also a town with many historical monuments, among which “El Indalo” stands out, which is known as the emblem of Mojácar.
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CONIL DE LA FRONTERA:
Located in the Bay of Cádiz, we find Conil de la Frontera, one of the most famous coastal towns on a tourist level. It is a fishing and agricultural town, which over the years has gained fame due to its beaches and its gastronomic culture.
It is the perfect place if you are looking to enjoy relaxation with your family. You can enjoy different beaches and coves. There are also different hiking trails, where you can discover all the coves in the town or Cape Trafalgar. The latter has great historical importance because a battle was fought there.
The importance of the Almadraba in Conil is noteworthy, since it is one of the Cadiz towns that performs it. Here you can learn everything you need to know about the almadraba and its corresponding gastronomy.
If you’re interested in discovering new places of Andalucía, don’t hesitate and contact us here or write us at info@alsherry.com. We’ll be delighted to tailor the perfect bucketlist for you!