Andalusia is famous for its breathtaking beauty and vibrant culture. But when there’s so much to see, you’ll need help finding the best spots. Here’s a helpful list for your travels.
1. Go to Granada to See Alhambra
Granada’s jewel is the Alhambra, a breathtaking Moorish palace-fortress that gazes down over the city. Wander through refined Islamic architecture, Generalife gardens that are both as green as they are gorgeous, and vistas from the top of the Sierra Nevada hills. Linger around sunset in the Albaicín quarter, with whitewashed houses, cobbled streets, and views perfect for a postcard.
2. Go to Cádiz to Feel Like You’re in the Caribbean Sea
A tiny peninsula that’s more Caribbean than Spanish in character, Cádiz embodies laid-back beachy cool. Swim at Playa La Caleta, stroll its laid-back old town, and snack on freshly fried tortillitas de camarones (shrimp fritters) and cold beer. Atlantic sunset? Sign me up.
3. Go Ronda to Stand Over the El Tajo Gorge
Dramatically perched on a clifftop, Ronda is split in half by the dizzying El Tajo gorge. Cross the Puente Nuevo bridge for pulse-racing views, then take coffee in the old town and pop into Spain’s oldest bullring. It’s wild, romantic, and completely unique.
4. Go to Setenil de las Bodegas and Have Lunch Under a Rock
This tiny village is literally built into the cliffs — like, shops and cafés wedged under massive slabs of rock. It’s part of the “Pueblos Blancos” (White Villages) route and totally surreal. Come for a quirky photo, stay for a rustic meal in a cave-like restaurant. If quirky architecture is your jam, come with your toast already buttered because this is your spot.
5. Go to Córdoba and Wander the Mezquita at Golden Hour
Córdoba’s Mezquita is a brain-twisting blend of mosque and cathedral — tiers of red-and-white arches topped by a Christian-domed nave. It’s surreal and sublime at once. The Jewish Quarter, the surrounding neighborhood, is walkable heaven, especially in the spring when patios are filled with flowers.
Worthy Mention
Malaga – Often skipped as just an airport stop, it has totally leveled up. While it may not sound like the ideal vacation spot for someone looking for ultra high-class vibes, for a more cultural experience, you can see Picasso’s birthplace and modern museum, stroll the revitalized port, then hit the beach at La Malagueta with a plate of espetos (grilled sardines). It’s culture and chill in equal parts.
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