Benalmadena, Spain – Your Complete Guide to Attractions, Beaches, and Local Tips
What to know before you go. This is a guide to Benalmadena in Spains Costa del Sol. What to see, what to do, activities, accommodation, package holidays, all the outdoor markets, music venues and festival. It’s all here, all with directions.
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Discover Benalmadena – Essential Information and Highlights
Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol:
- Stunning Beaches: A variety of sandy beaches, from lively to peaceful spots.
- Vibrant Marina: Puerto Marina offers luxury yachts, trendy bars, restaurants, and shops.
- Tivoli World: An amusement park with rides, live performances, and themed areas.
- Arroyo de la Miel: A lively neighborhood with shops, cafes, and a cable car to Mount Calamorro.
- Sea Life Benalmadena: An aquarium with interactive exhibits and marine species.
- Historical Sites: Castillo de Colomares and Benalmadena Pueblo for a glimpse of history.
- Nightlife and Entertainment: Bars, live music, and nightclubs, especially in Puerto Marina and Arroyo de la Miel.
- Convenient Location: Easy access to nearby attractions like Malaga, Marbella, Mijas, and Sierra de las Nieves.
Overall, Benalmadena combines beautiful beaches, a vibrant marina, family-friendly attractions, historical sites, and a lively atmosphere for a memorable holiday experience.
Attractions in Benalmadena
What to know before you go. All the best places to visit in Benalmadena Click / tap on the buttons below for more information and directions only.
Puerto Benalmadena
Paloma Park
Benalmadena Pueblo
Castillo de Colomares
Promenade
Arroyo de la Miel
Stupa of Enlightenment
Outdoor Markets
Information centre
Let’s See What the Locals Say – Top 5 Restaurants for Every Craving
Discover the best places to eat in Benalmadena with recommendations straight from the locals! We asked community forums to vote on their favorite spots for full English breakfasts, Indian cuisine, steak houses, and more. Watch our videos featuring the top 5 picks in each category, “Let’s See What the Locals Say" from hidden gems to popular favourites. Perfect for food lovers looking for local insights. Explore the results and plan your next delicious meal!
Top 5 Indian's in Benalmadena
Top 5 Chinese in Benalmadena
Top 5 English Breakfast in Benalmadena
Hotel reviews & Package Holidays
Here is a small selection of hotel reviews🎬 and holiday options. Click/tap the button below (More Hotel reviews, Holidays & Hotel location) for information on all of the hotels and Aparthotel's in the resort to find the perfect hotel and location. I have personal knowledge of all the hotel locations with emphasis on what to expect in the surrounding area. 🏖️ 🏖️ 🏖️ 🏨
Globales Los Patos
Hotel Alba Beach
Las Arenas
Accomodation only
If Package holidays are not your thing then Benalmadena has an exceptional choice of hotels, apartment and villa’s of all sizes and below are some of the best holiday letting agents in the business. Transfers are around 15 minutes from Malaga airport. It’s on the Malaga Fuengirola train line which stops at the airport cutting transfer fee’s by up to 80%. Click here on how to use the train Have a look the accommodation there’s plenty to choose from and click here for transfer options
Day Trips, Tours & Hire
Tours, trips & activities by Tiqets near to and in Benalmadena
The day trips and attractions below are offered by Viator to open an account click here then grab a great day out or trip
Hop on hop off Benalmadena sightseeing bus
Discover Benalmadena on a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour. With your 24-hour ticket, travel around the pretty Costa del Sol town aboard an open-top bus, passing sights such as Puerto Marina and Tivoli World Park. Learn about each landmark from the onboard commentary and enjoy the freedom to hop on and off at any of the well-placed stops.
Sea life Benalmadena
Skip the line and get the best price by pre-booking your entrance ticket to Sealife Banalmádena—leaving you with more time to explore the marine displays and watch feeding demonstrations. See a variety of sharks and the Costa del Sol's largest collection of seahorses. Walk beneath the skeleton of a Plesiosaur and, in the Interactive Rockpool Experience,
Benalmadena cycling adventure
Do you want to enjoy a MTB Cycling Day in one of the warmest winter Spots in Europe ?. Are you looking for a holiday cycling experience ?. Come and ride through some fabulous routes around the Benalmadena bike Park. 1 Cable Car Day Pass (1px + Bike) 1 Day MTB Bike Rental -
Natural park jeep eco tour
We will create a whole bunch of positive memories about this wonderful land to all of our guests and they will feel that we deeply encourage respect, appreciation, and care for nature, the traditions, and the people of Andalusia. For more information, Prices & tickets click / tap the image.
Boat rental without licence in Benalmadena
Boat rental by the hour. Enjoy family and friends with the tranquility that sailing and the sea give you. Do not miss the opportunity to be the skipper of your boat! You only need to be over 18 to rent it. Perfect to know the beaches and coves of the coast, dolphin watching, snorkeling, swimming in the high seas, romantic walk enjoying the sunset of the Costa del Sol and a long etc.
The Starfish
the popular ferry boat which takes passengers from Benalmadena Marina back and forth to Fuengirola Many have taken this trip and highly recommend it. Why? Well here are just a few reasons: - The Views: Your trip aboard ‘Starfish’ will allow you to enjoy spectacular views of the whole coastline. Camera in hand, you’ll grab some fabulous shots of local landmarks and attractions. - A visit to Fuengirola:
Party on the craziest boat on the Costa del Sol
Summer is here and you just want unbridled fun, forget everything you've experienced so far and enjoy letting loose on the high seas with Mad Boat Party. You can't come to the Costa del Sol without hitting it off at the most sought-after hotspot in the region. Get on our catamaran and get ready to celebrate life! .
Ronda & Setenil guided visit
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will visit Setenil de las Bodegas where we will have free time to walk through the charming town of the Serranía, where the houses are dug into the mountain. We will arrive in Ronda, which is one of the most beautiful and historic towns in Andalusia. Local guides of Ronda will be in charge of making the visit in a very pleasant way in which they will explain the history of Ronda, gastronomy and customs.
Benalmadena Guided Tour With Courtesey Transport
We will start the visit from above, visiting the tallest Buddhist stupa in Europe (from the outside, if it is open, access is free). It is located right next to the butterfly museum. Stop to explain the panoramic visits and take photos.
Markets, music & festivals
Costa del Sol markets
Most towns have an outdoor market on the Costa del Sol. click / tap below for more information on all the main markets.
Costa del Sol music
All the main venue's on the Costa del Sol for music concerts including Starlite in Marbella.
Fairs & festivals
There are over 3000 fairs & festivals on the Costa del Sol here is just a few
