- Things to do in Andalucia alone<\/a><\/li>
- Hike El Caminito del Rey<\/a><\/li>
- Boat trip in Malaga<\/a><\/li>
- Go to the Patio Festival in Cordoba<\/a><\/li>
- Go shopping in Marbella<\/a><\/li>
- Hike Rio Chillar <\/a><\/li>
- Visit the Alhambra<\/a><\/li>
- Spend a weekend in Seville<\/a><\/li>
- Relax on the beaches in Costa del Sol<\/a><\/li>
- Go on a road trip across the whitewashed villages<\/a><\/li>
- Go on a day trip to Gibraltar<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
- Where to Stay in Andalucia<\/a><\/li>
- How to Get Around Andalucia<\/a><\/li>
- Best Time to Visit Andalucia<\/a><\/li>
- Tips for visiting Andalucia alone<\/a><\/li>
- Things to Do in Andalucia Alone: Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Things to do in Andalucia alone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hike El Caminito del Rey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
El Caminito del Rey<\/a> <\/strong>is one of the most exhilarating hikes in the world. With a footpath pinned over 100 meters high on the gorge wall, it is not for the faint hearted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nYet Los Gaitanes Gorge is one of the prettiest natural spaces in Spain and mesmerizes everyone that dares to walk there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The path used to be the most dangerous in the world and was closed for years until it was reopened in 2015, renovated with a new path built right above the old one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can still see the remains of the old path beneath, giving you an idea of how scary it must have been to take it on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is necessary to book tickets in advance and you must appear at your prebooked time slot, as there are regulations concerning how many people can walk the path at once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you choose a guided tour or not, there will be a security brief and mandatory helmets will be handed out. There are also several security guards along the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That said, the path is easy to walk without much elevation and the only thing that would stop anyone from going is vertigo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The hike is only 7.7 kilometers one way and there is a shuttle bus taking you the opposite direction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are trains from Malaga to El Chorro making it easy to get there. However, if you prefer hooking up with other travelers, join a guided tour with transfer from Malaga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Boat trip in Malaga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
One of the best ways to meet other travelers on a solo trip to Andalucia is to go on one of the fun Malaga boat tours<\/a>, whether it is a party boat or a day full on the sea packed with activities like paddleboarding and snorkeling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIf you prefer a quiet and relaxing trip to reconnect with yourself, on the other hand, there are plenty of opportunities for that too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dolphin watching tours are wonderful and sunset cruises head out every evening offering peace of mind and a great way to wind down a busy day of sightseeing. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
After <\/strong>all, Malaga is one of the best places to visit in Spain for first timers<\/a> <\/strong>as a walkable and safe city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Going on a boat trip is such a unique experience and in Malaga, the port is just a short walk from the historic center and having a drink at Malaga\u2019s fancy Muelle Uno after being on the sea is nothing but inviting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go to the Patio Festival in Cordoba<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you would like to experience something unique and beautiful on your solo trip to Andalucia, Cordoba Patio festival is the place to go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Taking place every first two weeks of May, the city\u2019s picturesque patios open up to the public in a contest of the prettiest patios in the city. The streets are full of festivities, music groups dancing Sevillanas, and happy people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But best of all, the patios that are included in the Patio Festival are all free to visit. While some are only open for the festival, especially the private homes, there are some that are open all year round, but for an entry fee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So this is a fabulous opportunity to see the patios for free. If you want to meet other travelers and learn about the history of the patios, which date back to Moorish times, and the festival itself started in the early 1900s, you can join a guided tour which normally includes 5-6 patios before you head out on your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most famous neighborhood for its patios is San Basilio, with award-winning patios. This is also where to stay in Cordoba<\/a> <\/strong>if you want a unique experience waking up to trickling fountains and a color splash of flowers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go shopping in Marbella<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Marbella is renowned for being the playground of the rich and famous and the place to go if you want to shop for luxury items like a new Rolex or the newest Prada bag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nYet, for most of us, that is just a dream and window shopping is more achievable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luckily, Marbella is more than upscale shopping. In the old town, you find unique boutique shops, handicrafts, and local ceramics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are also several shopping malls worth the effort of getting there, like La Ca\u00f1ada shopping mall. Altogether, Marbella is a shopaholic\u2019s paradise no matter your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hike Rio Chillar <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
One of the coolest hikes on the Costa del Sol is Rio Chillar in Nerja. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis is a great hike to do alone as there is no way to get lost and it is heavily trafficked, so if something should happen, you are not alone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 8-kilometer trail through the river requires that you wear good water hiking shoes<\/a> <\/strong>that lets water flow easily in and out as you will walk in the water for most of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is a mesmerizing trail where the river closes in through narrow ravines and opens up to refreshing water holes and waterfalls, so it is just as important to wear your swimsuit to get the most out of this hike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is a summer hike, as it is basically too cold to walk in the water for that long in the shade in winter. Yet it is one of the best experiences to have in Andalucia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Visit the Alhambra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A solo trip to Andalucia is not complete without visiting the 9th<\/sup>-century Alhambra in Granada, the majestic legacy of the Nasrid Kingdom and later home of the Christian Kings after the reconquest in the 13th<\/sup> century. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLocated in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada National Park, the picturesque backdrop of the 3000-meter peaks is beyond beautiful, especially in winter when they are completely snowcapped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A visit to the Alhambra must be booked in good time in advance and include the Alcazaba, the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife Gardens, the public baths and mosque, and the Carlos V Palace. As you can tell, it is quite a large complex and you should allow at least 3-4 hours to explore it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spend a weekend in Seville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Seville is one of the prettiest cities in Spain and a must-visit when exploring Andalucia alone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nYou should at least spend a weekend in the city to get time to visit the main attractions and make some space for tapas and sangria. Here’s a wonderful guide to how to spend 2 days in Seville<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are more of a beer person, do not worry. Seville is home to Cruzcampo, one of Spain\u2019s most popular Lagers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Among the best things to do is the Real Alcazar de Sevilla, one of the most complete Moorish heritages in Andalucia next to the Alhambra. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Together with the cathedral and the Archivo de Indias, it makes out Seville\u2019s UNESCO World Heritage site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the cathedral is beautiful, its clock tower La Giralda is every local\u2019s pride and if you want to enjoy sweeping city views, make sure you climb it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plaza de Espa\u00f1a is another great place to visit, the half circle square feature thousands of Andalusian tiles and is located right at the entrance of Seville\u2019s largest park, Maria Luisa Park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stroll through it and you get to the Guadalquivir River where you can climb Torre del Oro or go on a boat trip along the river. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cross the Triana Bridge, try some fresh food in the Triana Market and watch a Flamenco show in the traditional neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the newest attractions in Seville is the Setas de Sevilla, also known as the Metropol Parasol. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is hated by the locals and loved by tourists. While the modern architecture surely does not match the rest of the buildings in the city, it sure offers splendid city views, especially at sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You may also like:<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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- Best Beaches Near Seville<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Best Castles in Andalucia<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Relax on the beaches in Costa del Sol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Going on a solo trip to Andalucia you probably want to soak in some sun too. The beaches in Costa del Sol are great for just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMost of them are well equipped and you can rent sunbeds and shade, as well as enjoy cold drinks at the beach bars, locally known as Chiringuitos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Among the best beaches are the ones in Nerja, where you can kayak along the mesmerizing Maro cliffs where waterfalls cascade directly into the crystal clear sea and remote beaches invite you to make a stop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also Torrox Costa has a series of exquisite beaches and of course Malaga\u2019s Malagueta Beach is perfectly located off the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other side of Malaga, you can head to any of the beach towns to enjoy the beaches, but once you enter Marbella you will find some of the best beach clubs like Nikki Beach or go sprawling with the rich and famous at the Red Mile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go on a road trip across the whitewashed villages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A road trip to see the whitewashed Andalusian village is a great thing to do in Andalucia alone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThere are endless routes you can take from Serrania de Ronda where towns like Casares, Gauc\u00edn, and Ronda await, to Granada\u2019s Alpujarras where you can visit Lanjar\u00f3n, Capileira, and Pampineira among others. But one of the most underrated areas for whitewashed villages is the Cordoba Province. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Places like Iznajar and Zuheros will take your breath away with their allure surrounded by nature trails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Priego de Cordoba is a larger town with plenty of attractions and deserves at least two days. It is easy to rent a car both on Malaga Airport and Seville Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go on a day trip to Gibraltar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
- Best Castles in Andalucia<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Boat trip in Malaga<\/a><\/li>
- Hike El Caminito del Rey<\/a><\/li>
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