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Ronda or Cordoba

Traveling to Spain in June and will be in Sevilla. Sadly, I only have time for one day trip during my stay. Would you recommend Ronda or Cordoba?

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Would you recommend Ronda or Cordoba?

Honestly, the Mosque/Cathedral in Cordoba is a must-see. Period. I'd choose Cordoba simply for that.

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If it’s your first time to Spain and you’re not sure if you’ll get back to that area, my choice would be Córdoba. If for no other reason, to see the Mezquita.

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Cordoba because it is a much easier, faster trip from Seville.

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The previous point about how much easier it is to get from Sevilla to Cordoba compared to Ronda, might well be my deciding factor.
Otherwise, both do have some interstesting sites - both have city walls, Arab bath remains, and pretty gardens.
The main difference is, perhaps, that Cordoba has the Mosque- Cathedral (which is unique, at least in Europe), whilst Ronda has the gorge/bridges (which is spectacular).
Personally, I prefer Cordoba's offering.

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Another vote for Cordoba…hands down! The Mezquita is absolutely amazing, the city is lovely, people are welcoming and food is excellent. Ronda is super crowded, touristy and unwelcoming. No comparison.

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I’ve stayed at both of them, and I would choose Cordoba. Cordoba has a similar look to Sevilla in my opinion, but it has the Mezquita. Another option by direct train from Sevilla that would give you a different look is Cadiz. We stayed there five nights and would rate it above Ronda and probably tied with Cordoba for your choices.