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the nerja caves
the nerja caves were discovered in 1959 by a group of boys out playing, and this series of caverns is close to the town of nerja in andalucia. the cave is divided into two main parts, including the show galleries which are open to the public and are home to some amazing stalagmites and stalactites. concerts and festivals are held within the caves, and the natural acoustics enhance the sounds....
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seville
although seville is not strictly part of the costa del sol, if you are visiting southern spain, this incredible city is only a 2 hour drive from malaga. seville is a vibrant and passionate city, and if you want to experience the ´real´ spain, this is the place to come. the april fair is one of the biggest festivals of its kind in spain where men and women don spanish costume and ride horseback through the streets, with lively and colourful processions taking place throughout the city. if you prefer to visit seville during the spring time, average temperatures hit 24ºc in may, and rise to a very hot 40ºc in july and august....
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benalmadena marina
situated just 10 minutes from malaga airport, the award-winning benalmadena marina attracts visitors from all over europe. this attractive marina is home to a wide range of luxury yachts, pleasure craft and some of the best restaurants, cafés and bars on the coast. luxury apartments have been built on islands in the marina, which offer superb views over the mediterranean. wherever you are staying on the costa del sol, benalmadena marina is well worth a visit, and if you enjoy lively night life, you will find it here. just up the road from the marina is 24-hour square, which, as its name suggests,...
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malaga
malaga has evolved over the past few years into one of the most important tourist cities in the costa del sol. with major improvements, the city is now home to some of the best shops, bars, restaurants and cafés on the coast, and offers visitors a wide range of things to see and do. the alcazaba, an old moorish fortress, is well worth a visit, plus the amazing cathedral in the centre of town...
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torremolinos
largely known as a bucket and spade resort in the 1960s, torremolinos has evolved into a slick, happening seaside resort, close to malaga airport. with a wide choice of beaches, gay night life and family attractions, torremolinos caters to all, and is one of the livelier resorts on the costa del sol...
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marbella
marbella is one of the most visited towns on the costa del sol, and its beautiful beaches, wide seafront promenade and luxurious hotels and five-star restaurants continue to attract visitors from all over the world. there is much more to marbella, however than first meets the eye, and if you take your time to explore the cobbled streets of the old town and orange square, you can find some of the best tapas bars, pavement cafés and restaurants that won´t cost a fortune. although marbella has a rich and glitzy reputation, there are plenty of cheaper places to eat and drink, and malaga is now much more accessible after the budget airlines opened more routes to the region....
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estepona spain
estepona offers visitors a wide range of things to see and do, while still retaining its original spanish charm. the marina area is where most of the bars, cafés and restaurants are situated, and most of the nightclubs are open until dawn. if you prefer typical spanish restaurants and tapas bars, take a stroll around the old town of estepona with its narrow streets, quaint shops and pavement cafés. the nearby estepona golf course is one of the cheapest on the costa del sol, and water sports fans can find a range of facilities on the beaches at estepona....
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benahavis
situated between estepona and san pedro, on the western side of the costa del sol, benahavis is an inland village with plenty to offer visitors. just 9km inland from the main coast road, benahavis is famous for its restaurants, and is known as the gastronomic corner of the costa del sol. traditional bodegas and spanish restaurants are situated on every street corner in benahavis, and some of the best chefs in spain run restaurants in the town....
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fuengirola
fuengirola is a lively seaside town, situated just 20 minutes from malaga airport. the beach-front promenade stretches over 9km, making it one of the longest in europe, and the whole stretch is lined with bars, restaurants and cafés, offering a wide range of cuisine, including tapas, seafood, fish, snacks and fast food....
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antequera
antequera is situated just 45 minute´s drive inland from malaga airport, and offers visitors to the costa del sol some wonderful outdoor pursuits, sports and things to see and do. visit the el chorro lakes near antequera for rock-climbing, hiking or walking in one of the most picturesque andalucian landscapes. just down the road from el chorro, you can park up at ardales and swim in the lake, sunbathe or enjoy a picnic at the water´s edge....
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