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Private Tour of Ronda: Discover Local History, Art, and Culture with an Experienced Guide
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Ronda
Experience the rich history, art, and culture of Ronda on a private tour with an experienced guide. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to truly understand and appreciate this beautiful Andalusian town.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- New Bridge - The New Bridge of Ronda is the universal symbol of this town and absolutely unique. Neoclassical building finished in 1793.
- Plaza de Toros de Ronda - The bullring of Ronda is the cradle of bullfighting on foot. Oldest bullring in the world still in use (1785). Neoclassical building made of stone. Entrance ticket not included. Optional.
- Casa Museo Don Bosco - The house of Don Bosco is one of the best houses in the old-town (19th century). Its visit is absolutely recommended. Beautiful paradise gardens just by the gorge. You can take a wonderful picture of the New Bridge from here. Entrance tickets not included. Optional.
- Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor - The main church of Ronda, for the Rondans our “Cathedral”. Two churches (Gothic and Renaissance), in the same building. If you can climb around 100 steps, you will enjoy the amazing views over the town from the upper gallery (see my pic with Rick Steves). Entrance tickets not included. Optional.
- Banos Arabes - Our Arab baths (13th century), are the best preserved in Spain. Divided in 4 different rooms and with a small tower for the water wheel. Interesting to visit (only if you have good legs since they are situated at the bottom of a slope). Tickets not included. Optional.
- Palacio de Mondragon - Our archeological museum in an amazing manor house (16th and 17th century). Entrance tickets not included. Optional.
What's Included
- Complete tour of Old Town (historic center)
- Visit to the iconic New Bridge
- Guidance by a certified guide
What's Not Included
- Monuments entrance-ticket fees are not included. You buy your ticket directly at the desk same day.
- Bullring (optional) 8€ per person. Children under 10 don’t pay.
- Don Bosco house (optional). 2´5€ per person. Children under 10 don’t pay.
- Palace of Mondragon (optional) 4€ per person.
- Santa Maria main church (optional) 4,5€ per person
- Arab baths (optional) 4€ per person
Additional Information
Why merely observe when you can comprehend??
To prevent any disappointment from your visit to Ronda, secure the services of a certified local tour guide to enrich your experience.
I will guide you around, enhancing your tour with detailed explanations of the most significant aspects of the local history, art, and culture of this remarkably charming Andalusian town.
Don’t hesitate and treat yourself to what you are worthy of!
I initiated my career as an authorized Guide in 1997, a couple of years post my graduation in Tourism, and am continuing to this day.
I have the honor to pursue a profession that I am passionate about and deeply respect. I relish every group, every narration, every query, every stride…
I’ve also had the phenomenal privilege of guiding distinguished individuals such as the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, the First Lady of Panama, and the First Lady of Mozambique, the Princess Desiré de Hohenlohe, Rick Steves, two US ambassadors to Spain, amongst others.
- Not all monuments are accessible for wheelchairs.
Location
Bullring of the Royal Cavalry of Ronda
Calle Virgen de la Paz
Meeting point: at the statue of the bull, outside the bullring of Ronda.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Emilia_a
Feb 1, 2024
Excellent walking tour with the best guide!! - Our guide, Jesús, was excellent! His tour was very interesting and educational as well as entertaining. He is very enthusiastic and he is very proud of his city. Do not miss this walking tour!!
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Linda_d
Jan 3, 2024
First time in Ronda? Book Jesus - Jesus was a lovely guide. Very enthusiastic and a proud Rondeño! Would recommend anyone interested in touring Ronda to book this tour.
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Missbryan
Dec 22, 2023
Incredible! - Jesus was incredible! We learned so much about Ronda, Spain and history in general. Book this and you won’t be disappointed! The best time to go was the off season went the city is peaceful and not crowded.
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Baker
Oct 10, 2023
Wonderful personalized tour with genial guide - Jesús was a very engaging, charming, and enthusiastic host who shared his deep knowledge and love for the beautiful town of Ronda. We particularly loved the tour of the bullring. As a native Rondeño he has homegrown perspectives and insights about the sport, and art, of bullfighting. He was fun and funny, and made sure to find shady spots to stand or sit!
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529lynnet
Oct 7, 2023
Private Tour of Ronda - Jesus’s tour was spectacular. He is a great guide with a true passion for Ronda. We toured with him at 5pm which was at a great time of day in Ronda. Thank you Jesus for making our visit truly special.
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Dantheman619
Jul 31, 2023
Great Experience - It was fascinating to learn more about the bullring, the history, and local culture. The insights were really enlightening.
Additionally, we loved the personal anecdotes you shared with us. They added a special and unique touch to the experience. Our children were engaged and enjoyed you which is one of the primary measuring sticks for us.
Lastly, I wanted to thank you for recommending Casa Maria. We had an outstanding lunch there, the food was delicious.
We always try and find the guides that are most expert in the area of interest, and you met our expectations…which is not easy. Buen hecho!
Thank you for everything!
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Steven
Jun 25, 2023
Excellent tour and Jesus was a fabulous guide! - What a truly fabulous tour!
Jesus was an excellent host, sharing His Ronda with us enthusiastically and thoroughly.
Days before the tour, he reached out via WhatsApp to confirm details and meeting location, and even encouraged us to ask for recommendations for dinner and such through the app after our tour.
He took us around the city and would have had ample to share WITHOUT the extras he offered, but we took him up on both the bull ring and the cathedral ($9/per person on Bull Ring and $3/per person at the cathedral).
In both cases he offered excellent insights that brought the places to life while other families looked around without much help painting the picture; a must do. He even offered some behind the scenes at the Cathedral including 360° views from the top!
Jesus shared many details and also was very intentional about including and engaging our kids (9 and 12) with his insights; they were super pumped.
Highly recommended!
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T3289eslaurap
Apr 29, 2023
Jesus met us at our apartment and took us to all of the spots in Ronda that we wanted to see and more! - Jesus was the best tour guide ever. He was knowledgeable, funny, kind, and full of wonderful tips to help us enjoy this beautiful city! If you're visiting Ronda you won't want to miss a tour by Jesus.
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Sophiew241
Mar 22, 2023
Delightful and helpful guide - We had a fantastic tour with Jesus - he was knowledgable, entertaining and showed us all the best sites in Ronda. He even continued to give us local recommendations via text over the next few days, which was very helpful. Look no further!
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Explorer171800
Feb 10, 2023
Great Tour in Beautiful small Town - Excellent tour. Jesus, our guide, was amazing. Excellent knowledge about Ronda history . 100% recommended. Muchas Gracias. …. Patatas !!!!
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