1. Casco Antiguo and Plaza de los Naranjos
The old town of white lanes, flower pots and the orange-tree square at its heart.
2. Puerto Banús
The marina of superyachts, designer shops and people-watching.
3. The beaches and the Senda Litoral
A long coastal promenade links many of Marbella’s beaches.
4. Avenida del Mar
A promenade between the old town and the sea, lined with Salvador Dalí sculptures.
5. Hiking La Concha
The mountain behind Marbella, a challenging hike with views to Africa on clear days.
6. Day trip to Ronda
The dramatic gorge-top town is about an hour inland.
Day trips from Marbella
- Ronda: about 1 hour by car.
- Málaga: about 45 minutes by car or bus.
- Gibraltar: about 1 hour by car.
What to eat
- Grilled fish at chiringuitos
- Ajoblanco
- Spanish and international fine dining
Planning to stay longer? Read our full Marbella guide.
