4 days in South of Spain Itinerary

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Palacio de Viana, don't miss a visit to Patios de Cordoba, then make a trip to Historic Centre of Cordoba, then wander the streets of Jewish Quarter (Juderia), and finally snap pictures at Roman Bridge.

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Paris, France to Cordoba is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Paris in February, with highs in Cordoba at 19°C and lows at 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) to allow enough time to take a train to Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sat): see where the action happens at Plaza de Toros de Ronda, then take in breathtaking views at El Tajo de Ronda, then take a stroll through Old City, and finally wander the streets of La Ciudad.

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Traveling by train from Cordoba to Ronda takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in February, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can drive to Benalmadena.

Stretching from the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas mountain range to the Mediterranean ocean, Benalmádena offers all the highlights of southern Spain: traditional whitewashed villages, beautiful Costa del Sol beaches, and strong Andalusian influence.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): take a stroll through Benalmadena Pueblo (The Old Village), let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, steep yourself in history at Castillo de Gibralfaro, then examine the collection at Museo del Vidrio y Cristal de Malaga, and finally visit La Carihuela. On the 27th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get to know the resident critters at Bioparc, take a stroll through Los Boliches, then look for all kinds of wild species at Butterfly Park of Benalmadena, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Playa La Carihuela.

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Getting from Ronda to Benalmadena by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Benalmadena can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.