Ronda Tour from Costa del Sol: Puente Nuevo & Bullring

The Puente Nuevo bridge, the Maestranza bullring, and a morning in Ronda's old town

A guided tour of Ronda departing from Costa del Sol that includes an air-conditioned coach, a multilingual local guide, and entrance to the Maestranza bullring. The tour covers the Almocabar Gate, the Church of the Holy Spirit, and the Puente Nuevo bridge that divides the town over a 100-meter abyss. You have free time for lunch and independent exploration before returning to your departure point.

Step-by-step itinerary

Guided tour of Ronda and bullring visit

• Board air-conditioned coach in Costa del Sol
• Travel to Ronda
• See Puente Nuevo bridge
• Visit Almocabar Gate
• Visit Church of Santa Maria la Mayor
• Visit Church of the Holy Spirit
• Visit Maestranza bullring and museum
• Free time for lunch and exploration
• Meet guide for return trip
• Return to Costa del Sol

The Experience

The coach picks you up at your meeting point on the Costa del Sol and heads inland to Ronda, a town split in two by the Puente Nuevo—a bridge that spans a 100-meter-deep gorge and connects the old city to the new one. Your guide walks you through the history as you arrive, then leads you through the Almocabar Gate and past the Church of the Holy Spirit. The Church of Santa Maria la Mayor stands nearby if you want to step inside on your own time.

The Maestranza bullring is one of the oldest in Spain and the birthplace of the Goyesca bullfighting style. Your entrance is included, and you'll see the museum with its traditional clothing and the arena itself—the place where this form of bullfighting took root. After that, the day is yours: eat lunch in town, wander the narrow streets, or sit on a terrace overlooking the gorge. You'll meet your guide at an agreed time for the return journey to Costa del Sol.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned coach from your Costa del Sol meeting point.
• multilingual local guide throughout the tour.
• entrance and guided visit to the Maestranza bullring with access to its museum.
• guided walking tour of Ronda including the Almocabar Gate and Church of the Holy Spirit.
• free time for lunch and independent exploration in town.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Pick this if you're staying on the coast and want a full day in Ronda with a guide for the main sights, then free time to explore the old town and eat lunch at your own pace.

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Top questions

What is the Puente Nuevo bridge and why is it important to see in Ronda?

The Puente Nuevo is the bridge that divides Ronda into old and new sections, spanning a 100-meter-deep abyss. It's one of the essential sights in the town and you'll see it during the guided portion of the tour.

Can I go inside the churches in Ronda, or do I just see them from outside?

The Church of the Holy Spirit is included in the guided tour. The Church of Santa Maria la Mayor is on the route, but entrance is not included—you can visit it on your own during your free time if you choose.

What exactly is the Maestranza bullring and what will I see there?

The Maestranza is one of Spain's oldest bullfighting arenas and the birthplace of the Goyesca bullfighting style. Your entrance is included, and you'll tour the arena itself and its museum, which displays traditional bullfighting clothing and equipment.

How much free time do I have in Ronda for lunch and exploring on my own?

After the guided portion of the tour, you have free time to have lunch and explore the town independently before meeting your guide for the return trip to Costa del Sol.

Which Costa del Sol towns have pickup points for this tour?

Pickup is available from multiple locations on the Costa del Sol, including Malaga, Torremolinos, Fuengirola, and Marbella. Confirm your specific pickup point and time when you book.

What language will my guide speak?

The tour is available with guides in English, Spanish, French, and German. You'll select your preferred language when booking, and your guide will be multilingual to assist the group.