December long weekend in Antequera 2019
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Looking for the best plans for the December long weekend? Come to Antequera! In this post, you'll find a program packed with things to do.
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Guided tours of Antequera
Antequera is located in the heart of Andalusia, and for this simple reason it has been the cradle of several civilizations over the centuries. This is reflected in its streets, its monuments, and its art. Antequera possesses 80% of the cultural heritage of the province of Málaga. And the best way to discover it is with a local guide. Here are several options:
Official guided tour of the city
This is an enjoyable tour in an electric minibus to discover the historic center and the dolmens of Antequera. A local guide will accompany you throughout the tour. The tour is available from Thursday to Sunday.
Stone upon Stone: the most comprehensive tour
See the essential sights of Antequera in one day: the three dolmens, the monumental complex with entrance and dramatization at the Royal Collegiate Church, and the Torcal de Antequera. The tour also includes transportation, lunch, and an excellent local guide. Piedra sobre Piedra is available on Tuesday, December 4, Wednesday, December 5, Thursday, December 6, and Saturday, December 8.
Guided tour of Los Dólmenes and El Torcal at sunset
For those passing through on Friday the 7th, you can enjoy a guided tour of the Dolmens and Torcal de Antequera, with transportation included. Three hours to discover Antequera's World Heritage Site. And if you like surprises, there may be one waiting for you at the end of the guided tour.
Hiking Trails in El Torcal de Antequera
El Torcal… a fascinating stone forest. No matter what season you visit, it always surprises you. Alleyways, mountain goats, strange rock formations, fog, heat… Elements of nature that turn your visit into a true sensory experience.
The Torcal Alto Visitor Center organizes exciting routes to enjoy the December long weekend in Antequera: the Ammonite Route, available from Thursday to Sunday, the Labyrinth Route on Thursday and Sunday, and the 5 Senses Route on Saturday.
We offer a tour to El Torcal with transportation included from Antequera. The tour is available on Friday, the 7th.
Playmobil exhibition in Antequera
For several years now, Playmobils have been invading Antequera. This year they are doing so in a big way with an exhibition of the best Clicks dioramas. At the Santa Clara Cultural Center, in San Zoilo and at the San Juan de Dios Church, as well as a multitude of other sites throughout Antequera (Museum, Dolmens, Tourist Office…). It's a perfect plan for the whole family.
Exhibition by Cristóbal Toral at the Antequera Museum
Starting Wednesday, December 5, enjoy an exhibition of the famous painter's masterpieces at the Antequera Museum. One of his emblematic themes is suitcases, which undoubtedly invite you to travel.
Also, take the opportunity to visit the ground floor of the museum, dedicated to the various civilizations that have settled in Antequera over several centuries. The Ephebe will leave you speechless!
Antequera cuisine
After so many visits, it's time to recharge your batteries and enjoy Antequera's cuisine. Molletes, Porra, Pío, Bienmesabe, Mantecados… If you haven't tried these typical Antequera dishes yet, we recommend visiting some of these restaurants! Arte de Cozina, Restaurante Plaza de Toros, Tasca Frasquita, el Refectorio… These are some of the best restaurants in Antequera. Visit the Pollo "asao" con Ensalada blog for more information. They love gastronomy and can give you lots of tips!
Don't forget to buy Mantecados and Polvorones! Where? At La Perla, El Convento de Belén, or La Antequerana, for example.
We can't enjoy gastronomy without drinking good wine, and in Antequera we're well served! But don't look for it in bars, go visit a winery! Bodega Gross Hermanos, Bodega La Capuchina, or Bodega Cortijo la Fuente in Mollina are some of our suggestions!
In the Surroundings of Antequera
If you come to spend the December long weekend in Antequera, you'll also have time to visit the surrounding area. The province of Málaga has so much to offer! Apart from the Costa del Sol, there are many other attractions!
The famous Caminito del Rey is a clear example. In a spectacular setting such as the Pantanos del Chorro, you will find its famous walkways, suspended from impressive rock walls.
There is also the Nativity Scene Museum in Mollina. With more than 60 nativity scenes and nearly 1,000 figures, you can see nativity scenes from all over the world.
The Fuente de Piedra Lagoon is another natural enclave of great beauty. Now the lagoon is overflowing with water after the recent rains.
Where to stay in Antequera?
After these intense days of sightseeing and dining, it's time to rest! In Antequera, we have all kinds of hotels. El Parador, Hotel Convento la Magdalena, Hotel Infante, and Hotel Lozano are just a few of them. If you haven't made your reservation yet, hurry up and contact Keeper, a very professional company in Antequera that will help you find tourist apartments, or click on the right to go to Booking.
Now it's time to organize your getaway to Antequera, which will undoubtedly be unforgettable!
Happy December long weekend!
