Ronda’s Water Mine under the Casa del Rey Moro

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Water Mine in Ronda

Carved into the cliffs of the ‘El Tajo’ gorge is a surprising mine and fortress that dates back to the Moorish era. This was when constant wars in Al-Andalus required the city governors to protect the water supplies for the defenders of the city.

Ronda’s Water Mine under the Casa del Rey Moro was built during the reign of Ronda’s King Abomelic at the beginning of the 14th century. Ronda, at this time, was an independent Islamic kingdom on the frontline between the Christian north, and the newly developing Islamic Nazari Kingdom in Granada.

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Puente Nuevo Vehicle Access Restrictions in Ronda

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Vehicle access across Ronda’s Puente Nuevo is restricted. Visitors driving vehicles that are not registered and taxed in Ronda should not cross the bridge or enter the restricted area without prior authorisation. If you are staying inside the restricted zone, your accommodation should arrange the necessary vehicle registration before you arrive. For most visitors, the simplest option is to use the Ronda ring road, park outside the restricted area and walk into the historic centre.

Avoid the restricted roads — See where to park in Ronda
Ronda bridge closed to traffic
Coming down past the Plaza de Merced church you have the opportunity to turn left. If you continue onwards here, the cameras will trap you and the fine will be sent. So, if you see the bullring on your right you have already gone too far.

Practical tips

  • Do not rely on your GPS route if it directs you through Calle Virgen de la Paz or across the Puente Nuevo unless your vehicle has been authorised to enter the restricted area.
  • For most visitors, the safest option is to use the Ronda ring road (A-374 / A-369), park outside the restricted zone and walk into the historic centre. See our guide to parking in Ronda.
  • If you are staying at accommodation inside the restricted area, contact the property before you arrive and provide your vehicle registration details so they can arrange the necessary access.
  • If you are driving a hire car, remember that any traffic fine may also be followed by an administration charge from the rental company.

If you’re visiting or staying in a hotel within the restricted zone, don’t worry—hotel guests can still access the area by coordinating with their accommodation, which will inform local police of your stay.

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Museums of Ronda

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Museums of Ronda the tourist ticket

The museums  of Ronda are a delightful way to spend a few hours for both holiday makers and residents alike. Children will love the Lara Museum, while adults may prefer the museum of wine. Art aficionados will positively love the collection of Joaquin Peinado.

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Hotels in the Old Town of Ronda

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There are many hotels in Ronda, and several of these are superb. But quite a few people who visit Ronda have a particular desire to stay in the old part of town, with its history, narrow cobbled streets and romantic stories. This is the protected historic quarter of Ronda, where very little modern development is allowed, making it a unique place to stay. From here, you can step outside your hotel and walk to the Puente Nuevo, the Plaza Duquesa de Parcent, the Mondragón Palace and many of the city’s most important attractions, all while soaking up the atmosphere of one of Andalucía’s most beautiful historic towns.

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.

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Ronda Audio Guide: VoiceMap GPS Walking Tour

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Ronda VoiceMap audio guide
The VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda
Scan the QR code to go directly to the Audio guide at VoiceMap

Discover Ronda at your own pace

I created the VoiceMap GPS Audio Guide for Ronda using the research and local knowledge behind Ronda Today. It combines the stories, history and places I’ve written about on this site with a GPS-guided walking route through the city.

The tour takes around 90 minutes and covers approximately 3 km, taking you from the newer part of Ronda into the historic old town and past many of the city’s most important sights. You can start whenever you like, walk at your own pace and stop whenever something catches your attention.

Buy the Guide directly from the VoiceMap website
  • No groups or queues — explore Ronda without having to follow a guide or keep to a fixed schedule.
  • Turn-by-turn directions help you find your way between the sights without constantly checking your phone.
  • Start, stop or pause whenever you want.GPS-triggered audio starts automatically as you approach the places and monuments on the route.
  • Ideal if you have limited time in Ronda but want to see and learn about as much as possible.

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The Guitar House in Ronda

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Ronda Guitar House

Where to find flamenco and Spanish guitar concerts in Ronda? If you find yourself in the “city of dreams,” then visiting the Guitar House in Ronda should definitely be on your bucket list. You can marvel at the extensive collection of guitars on display, and if you’re lucky, you might even be able to attend a live concert for an even more memorable experience. Book a ticket here.

Or, have a look at the entry tickets for guitar concerts at Viator

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Vegetarian and vegan food in Ronda (Gluten free as well)

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vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food in Ronda, Spain
Are there vegan, vegetarian and gluten free eating out options in Ronda? The answer is yes!

Over the last few months, I have had quite a few emails from people asking where vegetarian and vegan food can be found eating out in Ronda. So, I visited 25 or so bars and restaurants in Ronda to find out. (I didn’t eat in all of them but it sure was a wonderful morning, afternoon evening!) :)

The answer is of course YES! Almost all the places I visited have some options available (but many don’t have it printed on their menus.) The key of course is to ask the waiter before you sit down. You’ll find them almost always very accommodating and eager to help.

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