Marbella Information & Activties

Cities that must be seen

Puerto Banus

Since its inception some 40 years ago, this port has steadily grown and now features a casino, a shopping centre, a Corte Ingles department store, a marine observatory and a multi-cinema with films shown in their original soundtrack. Nightlife buzzes at Puerto Banus with your choice of alfresco bars, piano clubs and discos while during the day this is a shopper's dream. Boat trips are available on a regular basis from the central promenade. This is the place to be pampered - enjoying a drink by the yacht side and ogle those fabulous luxury yachts. The setting is close to ideal, with its impressive mountain backdrop and ocean views. For more information please click on Puerto Banus.

Marbella

What formerly was just a small Andalusian fishing-village turned into one of the most exciting holiday resorts along the Mediterranean coast,one of the favourite places of the rich and beautiful and all those who would like to be. This centre of the jet-set and show business, offers beautiful boulevards, parks and gardens, as well as those romantic narrow lanes in the best Moorish or Andalusian tradition that make Marbella's unmistakable personality. With its great beaches, great climate, and a unique offer in sports, gastronomy and entertainment, a visit to Marbella is a guarantee for unforgettable exclusive holidays. For more information please click on Marbella.

San Pedro Alcantara

The pleasant, white washed, Andalusian town of San Pedro Alcantara is only a 3 minute drive and a pleasant walk in one direction while a similar distance in the other direction is Puerto Banus with its restaurants and night life.

Estepona

Estepona is one of the few coastal towns that has succeeded in maintaining its pueblo charm and character. The tourist facilities are here, hotels, restaurants, leisure and cultural activities. For more information please click on Estepona.

In addition to above cities you can visit the following historical places: Granada - RondaGibraltar - Istan - Monda - Benalmadena - Malaga - Ojen - Casares - Manilva - Coin - Alora (El Chorro) - Mijas - Benahavis

Activities

There are many activities in the area including golf, tennis, cycling, swimming, snorkeling, diving, boating, sailing, waterskiing, windsurfing, parasailing and jetskiing. There are a number of tennis clubs as well as many excellent health and gym centres in the Marbella area.

Marbella Beaches

Marbella has in its municipality 27 Km. There is many beautiful beaches such Playa de Nueva Andalucia, Playa Nagüeles, Bounty beach and Nikki beach. For more information you can click here.

Children Park and Entertainment

Marbella offers you and your family a wide range of possibilities to have fun and to spend your holidays. There are a few Theme, Wildlife, Aquarium and Aquatic parks in the Marbella area and surrounding that are worth a visit such:

Funny Beach - Selow Aventura - Zoo Fuengirola - Parque Acutico Mijas - Auqapark Torremolinus - Sea Life Benalmadena - Tivoli World  - Crocodile Park - Magic Palace - Lobo Park - El Refugio Del Burrito

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Golf Courses

Andalucia is renowned for its top golf courses and the unique sunny and warm winter climate allows golf to be popular all year round. There are nearly 60 golf courses in Andalucia. By car you can reach Los Naranjos, Aloha, Las Brisas and La Quinta within 10 minutes. Torrequebrada, Mijas Golf and El Paraiso within 20 minutes, Sotogrande and Valderrama, (Ryder Cup - 1997, 1999 World Championships) within 40 minutes.

There are more than forty golf courses on the Costa del Sol, of which ten are in Marbella area. It is now one of the best areas in Spain for golf and offers some of the top courses in the world. The fine weather allows golf to be popular all year round. Moreover, Marbella is nearby to Malaga International Airport and Gibraltar Airport.

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Sailing

The Costa del Sol is at the forefront of Europe for sailing with its excellent marinas and invaluable berthing capacities, these include Puerto Banus, Marbella, Estepona, Duguesa, etc.