Bus service operates from Marbella to Malaga Airport (AGP), Algeciras, Almería, Benahavís, Benalmádena, Cádiz, Coín, Córdoba, Estepona, Fuengirola, Granada, Jaén, La Línea, Málaga, Ojén, Ronda, San Pedro, Sevilla, Torremolinos and Madrid.
This shortish circular route takes you round the rocky massif that lies just to the north of the Refugio de Juanar with an optional 45 minute diversion to the top of the jagged ridge of Los Cuchillos, El Picacho de Castillejos (1238m). Even though I’ve graded the walk as Easy/Medium don’t imagine that this is in any way a dull route.
A typical street market of over 360 stalls that sell everything from shoes and clothes, to plants and flowers, fruit and vegetables. Parking is extremely difficult nearby, so public transport or parking a little further out is recommended.
A general market and rastro spread over more than 230 stalls. Particularly good for fresh produce such as fruit and vegetables. Every Thursday 09.00 - 14.00. San Pedro Fair Ground, Calle Jorge Guillén
If well-priced, environmentally-friendly produce, that supports local businesses and farmers, is your thing, then this is the ideal market. The market opens on the first Saturday of the month in the Parque de la Alameda, between the oldtown and the beaches of Marbella.
For those that love spending their Sunday afternoons wandering around and browsing stalls full of antiques, handmade items and vintage jewellery, then this is the ideal market. Held in the Port of Marbella (Puerto Deportivo de Marbella), this artisan market has 30 stalls of handmade gifts and jewellery, paintings, accessories, handpainted ceramics and unique baby clothing.
Located a little west of Marbella, for the last 50 years Marbella Club Hotel Beach Club has been combining an upmarket chiringuito with exclusive poolside dining to create the perfect chilled-out Beach Club atmosphere.
Marbella’s first boutique beach club, Buddha Beach became Sala Beach in 2012 and later La Sala by the Sea. It offers a relaxed atmosphere in a beautiful setting near Puerto Banus. Previously a private front line villa with large beach-front garden and swimming pool. The poolside restaurant with sun loungers is open for day and evening dining, including a selection of Thai fusion food and sushi, and sun lounger service includes a snack menu throughout the day.
Nikki Beach Marbella opened in 2003 and comprises of a swimming pool with VIP beds on a raised deck, a large open air restaurant, a centrally located octagon-shaped bar, a Lifestyle Boutique and a VIP terrace with views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Ocean Club Marbella is one of the largest beach clubs in Europe. It offers a new concept in exclusivity, avant-garde, fashion and cuisine, created to enjoy the excellent climate in Marbella.
Long established chill-out location, Victor’s Beach is located just off Marbella’s Golden Mile. The atmosphere is laid back and friendly and is full of local socialites. It has changed since being connected by the seafront promenade from being a hidden gem to a more conventional established front beach bar with sunbeds.
Located on the beach front next to the Puente Romano Hotel, Marbella, the setting is tropical and sophisticated with wonderful sea views. An international crowd enjoys Mediterranean food during the day and a more Arabic and Oriental style by night.
Located between San Pedro Alcántara and Puerto Banús , surrounded by palm trees and panoramic sea views, Mistral attracts a wide variety of people, including families. It has been open for 10 years and is famous for its beautifully presented seafood dishes, as well as Italian food. Music is chill-out style with live music in summer.
Marbella, know as Spain's Saint-Tropez, is Andalucía's premier luxury spot for the international jet set, famous for its opulent lifestyle, beauty, and beaches.
This open air market takes place everyday over the summer, or just on Saturdays for the rest of the year, on Plaza Antonio Banderas in Puerto Banus between the port and the Corte Ingles shopping centre. There are 25 stalls selling unique art objects, ceramics, vintage clothing & accessories, handmade jewellery, glass and fragrances.
Born in Coria de Rio outside Sevilla, Pastora Soler is one of the most recognisable artists in the world of Spanish music. She recorded her first album in 1994, and since then, has received numerous prizes and awards.
We’re all familiar with the catchphrase, “No Carbs before Marbs”, as coined by the hugely successful TV Show The Only Way is Essex, whose spiritual second home (or perhaps luxury villa) is Marbella.
Address: Avda. Vega del Mar S/N, 29670 San Pedro Alcántara, Marbella Tel: + (34) 952 788 398. Facilities: Courts for futsal (indoor football), handball and basketball, pétanque area, road safety track for children, changing rooms and bar.
San Pedro sports complex is a multi-use sports complex with Covered pavillion indoor and outdoor facilities with ample car park.
Address: Avda. Canovas del Castillo, 29600 Marbella, Tel: + (34) 952 822 698, Facilities: Synthetic grass football pitch, pétanque courts, changing rooms and bar.
