Plaza de Toros de Mijas
High up in the white village of Mijas Pueblo stands one of the most striking buildings on the Costa del Sol: the Plaza de Toros, a ring with an unusual oval shape. Whether you come for the architecture, the small museum or the sweeping view over the coast, it is one of the most enjoyable stops on a walk through the village.
What is the Plaza de Toros de Mijas?
The Plaza de Toros de Mijas is the village's historic ring, set in the upper part of Mijas Pueblo. It dates from around 1900, making it more than a century old. Unlike most Spanish rings it is not round, and that is exactly what makes it a much-loved sight.
Many visitors come not for an event but for the building itself: its setting against the hillside, the white walls and the views around it make it a photogenic spot in the middle of the village.
The unusual oval shape
Where almost all Spanish rings are perfectly round, the one in Mijas has a striking oval, almost rectangular shape. That is because it was built into the limited space against the mountainside. The result is an intimate, compact ring you will not easily see anywhere else.
Because of its small scale you stand close to the sand and take in the whole space at a glance. It is precisely this quirky character that the Plaza de Toros de Mijas is known for.
Visiting: museum and views
You can visit the ring during the day. By the entrance there is a small museum with posters, costumes and photographs that tell the story of the place. From the upper rim and the nearby gardens you have a sweeping view over Mijas Costa and the Mediterranean.
Check the current opening hours and entry price shortly beforehand, as they can vary by season. Combine the visit with the history of Mijas for the context behind what you see.
Practical info and getting there
The ring sits in the heart of Mijas Pueblo, within walking distance of the main square and the famous viewpoints. Park in one of the car parks on the edge of the village; the centre itself is best explored on foot, as the streets are narrow and steep.
From Coral Mijas Stay in Riviera del Sol it is about a twenty-minute drive up to the white village. Along the way you climb from the coast into the mountains, with fine views as you go.
Combining it with the rest of Mijas Pueblo
The Plaza de Toros is a short stop, so combine it with the rest of the village. Our guides on things to do in Mijas Pueblo and Mijas Pueblo in a day map out the best route past the chapels, gardens and viewpoints.
If you have more time, you will also discover the museums, the narrow streets full of flower pots and the welcoming terraces on the main square. The whole village lends itself to a relaxed morning or afternoon.
Why is the Plaza de Toros de Mijas so special?
Unlike almost all Spanish rings, the one in Mijas is not round but oval, almost rectangular, because it was built against the mountainside. That makes it one of the most unusual rings in Spain.
Can you visit the ring?
Yes, you can visit during the day. There is a small museum with posters, costumes and photographs, and from the upper rim you have views over the coast. Check current opening hours beforehand.
Where is the Plaza de Toros de Mijas?
In the upper part of Mijas Pueblo, within walking distance of the main square and the well-known viewpoints.
How old is the ring?
The ring dates from around 1900, making it well over a century old.
How do I get to Mijas Pueblo?
From the coast, for example Riviera del Sol, it is about a twenty-minute drive up. Park in one of the car parks on the edge and explore the village on foot.
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