Discover this town steeped in religious monuments and explore the tales and legends associated with Antequera, as even Washington Irving wove the town into his stories. Book directly with Tours in Malaga, your local operator with no third parties involved
Embark on a private trip to Antequera, a magnificent and historically rich town steeped in religious monuments and captivating tales.
Antequera served as a crucial border territory between Christians and Moors during the Middle Ages, giving rise to numerous stories & legends. Notably, Washington Irving, the renowned American author, also included Antequera in his stories.
Our exploration will lead us to the citadel; remnants of Roman baths - providing a glimpse into the city's ancient past and the influence of Roman civilization on Antequera-; the remains of the city wall - reflecting Antequera's historical defenses-; the ancient dolmens - ancient megalithic structures that serve as enduring monuments to prehistoric civilizations-; & the awe-inspiring collegiate - an architectural gem showcasing the city's religious heritage-.
Enjoy the exclusivity & personalized experience of a private trip, allowing you to immerse yourself in the details of Antequera at your own pace.
Local guide
Private transportation
Private tour
- Tickets to any monument
- Whispers for groups over 15 people
This activity operates in all weather conditions. In the case of rain the tour will run as usual, so please bring an umbrella or a suitable rain gear.
In summertime it can get very hot so don’t forget your sunglasses, sun-tan lotion and a bottle of water.
Please wear comfortable shoes.
The tour in a car (1 – 3 pax) or in a van (4 – 8 pax) doesn’t include tour guide during the transportation. The local guide will meet them in Antequera town.
The tour in a minibus or regular bus (from 8 people on) may include tour guide during the transportation but only under request.
Hotel pickup is available from Costa del Sol hotels.
As it's a private tour, you can choose to visit the inside of one monument. If so, please select one among the extras provided.
Not suitable for pets, unless they are assistance dogs. In this case, client must provide their assistance dog identification card. If a ticket to a monument is included, the regulations that the monument indicates regarding the right of access or not for the assistance dog will be complied with.
Please check the conditions for your selected rate before booking.
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Private half day tour in Antequera with hotel pick-up - Itinerary
Antequera private half day tour. Part of UNESCO Word Heritage. Crossroad of Andalucia. Don’t miss Dolmens, Alcazaba, churches, convents, Torcal, Rock of the Lovers..
Antequera has an extensive archaeological and architectural heritage, highlighted by the dolmens of Menga, Viera, and El Romeral, and numerous churches, convents, and palaces from different periods and in different styles.
Your driver will pick you up at the set time and place in hotels located at the Costa del Sol.
You will then head towards Antequera. You will start with the visit of the dolmens complex, megalithic burial mounds called Tumulus, a long barrow form of dolmen, dating from 3,000 B.C. Impressive is learning how these mounds were built and also discovering the importance of the astronomy at that time.
Later continue the tour by visiting The Alcazaba of Antequera. A fortress erected in the 14th century to counter the Christian advance from the north, over Roman ruins. It is rectangular in shape, with two towers and its keep is considered among the largest of Moorish al-Andalus. Then visit the Renaissance Collegiate of the XVI. century while listening to stories about middle age legends of the city from the hand of the guide.
Next discover the Roman baths while the guide explains you its different parts and break time to have a snack.
At the end of this tour you will be transferred back to your hotel in the Costa del Sol.
You can enter your accommodation address when booking. Pickup must be within the area supported for this activity.
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We recommend visiting the interior of one monument, paying the entrance fee directly on site. This allows enough time to enjoy the visit and complete the rest of the itinerary.
No. Their services cover only the guided visits and transfers included in your booked programme. If you require the guide or driver to remain at your disposal beyond these services, this is available on request, subject to availability and prior confirmation:
Any changes to the programme or additional time must be agreed in advance.
If your accommodation is not listed, you can enter its name and address manually during the booking process. Pickup must be within the area covered by the tour.
We are the local operator organising these tours and trips. Booking directly gives you personal contact with our team, first-hand information and assistance, while avoiding additional intermediary fees.