Things to see and do in Carratraca and around

Fifteen of Spain's best balconies overlooking cliffs, mountains and canyons, including how to get there and the best time to visit each one. A guide to help you plan your route and choose when to take in the view.

Book your time slot, choose a weekday and allow the whole morning: the route is one-way and has a steady pace. Here are the schedules, transport and what to pack.

Eight gardens spread across Spain, from Málaga's subtropical palm grove to the Canarian laurel forest, including the best time to visit and how to get to each one.

Combine the Grazalema mountains with the Tajo de Ronda in two days: Spanish fir forests with a permit, canyoning in limestone and white villages, with carefully chosen bases and schedules.

Inland Andalusia offers limestone canyons, river kayaking and via ferratas tucked between mountain ranges, with fewer crowds than the coast. Pick your mountain range and date based on water levels and temperatures.

Seven destinations less than two hours from Málaga, with real travel times, estimated prices, and things to do in each. Choose based on your time and budget.