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Travel to Marbella

Marbella is a glitzy resort town on the Costa del Sol. It has an interesting old quarter, a choice of excellent beaches, beautiful shady parks and gardens, and a vibrant and exciting nightlife.

Getting there

Málaga Airport is the point of entry, to the east of Marbella. Scheduled and charter services arrive from most European capitals as well as domestic destinations. From the airport, there are shuttles available for transfer to the resort. Alternatively, the electric train goes as far as Fuengirola, from where you can take a local bus to Marbella. Taxis are more convenient and by far the fastest option. By car from Madrid, take the E-5, E-902, A-92 west, A-359 south, and the E-15 west. From the east coast and Barcelona, the E-15 goes all the way to Marbella. Talgo 200 and AVE high-speed trains run regularly from Madrid and Barcelona. Buses are not a great option, but if you want to save money the Daibus is the most reliable.

Information on Marbellas key attractions

Lazing and bathing at Marbella’s beaches is a definite highlight; while in the old town, the castle, known as the Alcazaba Wall, is a popular tourist attraction along with the 16th century Town Hall, the city’s finest building. For relaxation, the Jardin el Angel is a beautiful example of a botanical garden and is noted as Costa del Sol’s finest. For a walking tour, take in Salvador Rueda and Avenida Ricardo Soriano, two bustling thoroughfares; note the Moorish architecture. For some culture, visit the much vaunted Museum for Contemporary Spanish Engravings, and the nearby Encarnacin Church. Away from the town, the Arroyo de la Represa and Parque de la Constitucion are two lovely parks; while the Paseo Maritimo is a seven-kilometre waterfront promenade stretching all the way to Puerto Banus.

Out and about

Hiring a car while here is a good option, allowing you to fully explore the rest of the Costa. To the east lie the popular resorts of Fuengirola, Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Málaga; the latter is the hub and cultural centre of the region. Farther east is the charming Andalusian village of Nerja with its prehistoric caves. To the west is the upmarket resort of Puerto Banus, and on the tip of the Iberian peninsula is Gibraltar. Inland is the mountain town of Ronda, famed for its superb setting on the lip of a deep gorge, as well as bullfighting.

Leisure options

Water sports abound in Marbella, ranging from windsurfing to jet-skiing and snorkelling. There are some superb golf courses in Marbella, with many visitors coming here on golfing holidays. Shopping boutiques and souvenir stores are plentiful. Chiringuitos (seafront bars) line the promenade and are popular by day; however, the town really comes alive at after dark, and bars, pubs, and clubs are open all night.

Safety

Tourists are a lot more susceptible to dangers when on holiday and should remain alert at all times. Pickpockets are prevalent in the busier resorts, especially Torremolinos and Málaga. Driving and water sports are a potential hazard and tourists should be extra vigilant. We strongly recommend you take out adequate travel insurance for yourself and your family.

Weather in Marbella

The Costa del Sol has the best climate in Europe. There are up to 320 sunny days per year with temperatures ranging from 16-30C. The reason for the good weather being the mountain chain surrounding the area, this provides a unique micro climate since the rain and cold winds are pushed further up the coast. Daily highs of 20C and nightly lows of 10C amke up a perfect climate.

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