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Casares is a beautiful and landmark village in Malaga province, Andalusia, Spain.

Here’s our bucket list of events and things to do while in Andalucía. (Evan Frank (Adobe Stock))

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Here’s our bucket list of events and things to do while in Andalucía.

Attend a fiesta

During Holy week (Semana Santa), many cities in Andalucía are transformed into a Catholic Procession. The festival of San Juan is also popular with a blazing bonfire.

Climb La Giralda

The view from this bell tower in Seville makes for a gorgeous picture.

Descend into the Nerja Caves.

Located in Málaga, the series of caverns full of stalagtites is a sight to see.

View of interior of Famous Nerja Caves with Magnificent Stalactites and Stalagmites in Andalusia, Spain Geological formations in Nerja, Malaga, Spain

Located in Málaga, the series of caverns full of stalagtites is a sight to see. (Alfredo (Adobe Stock))

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Eat tapas to your heart’s content.

Your taste buds will be happy you did. 

Explore Ronda

The bridge view alone will leave you breathless, and the medieval old quarter will draw you in.

Hike up the Sierra Nevada.

If you want to climb the highest peak, Mulhacén, it’s recommended to have a guide with you.

Immerse yourself in Picasso’s house.

Art-lovers will appreciate walking the halls of this home in Málaga where the popular artist came from. 

Party it up in Marbella

With nightlife and luxury galore, Puerto Banús is the place to be seen.

Puerto Banús marina aerial view with luxury yachts and waterfront, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

With nightlife and luxury galore, Puerto Banús is the place to be seen. (Konrad Kerker (Adobe Stock))

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Rent a yacht

Sail along the Costa del Sol while watching the sunset to create some gorgeous memories. 

Ride the ferry to Morocco

There are many ferry options heading from Málaga to the port of Tangier, Morocco.

See a flamenco show

In Seville, there are plenty of shows to choose from. Or learn it: The best way to appreciate Flamenco is by taking lessons and experiencing it first-hand.

Surf the waves

Due to windy conditions, kite and windsurfing are popular sports along the Atlantic coast.

Tour the Parque Nacional de Doñana

Ride off-road over the dunes past wetlands, perhaps you’ll spot a lynx or a flamboyance of flamingos.

Doñana Dunes on a sunny day

Ride off-road over the dunes past wetlands. (Cesar Fernandez (Adobe Stock))

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Visit La Mezquita in Cordoba

This intricate mosque is beautiful beyond words. Though Cordoba is another great city, it can be explored in half a day.

Wander in the legendary Alhambra

A masterpiece of Islamic architecture, this palace in Granada was a hub of poetry and science while the rest of Europe floundered in the dark ages.

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