This 2km beach is bounded at the west by the Torre de la Sal headland and runs to the next headland at Bahia Dorada; it is about 40m wide. Not overly busy, this is mainly used by the residents of the urbanizations that straddle of the coast road.
In Estepona various tools have been found made from local flint or quartzite using methods attributed to the Neanderthal era. Since we know the now-extinct Neanderthals lived in Gorham's cave in Gibraltar it raises the possibility that 30,000 years ago they were the first human (or at least humans' relatives) inhabitants of Estepona. These tools have been found in the Corominas and at Arroyo Vaquero.
Most of the shops are situated in the town centre on Calle Real or Calle Terraza. There is a wide variety, including boutiques, souvenir shops, delicatessens, stationers and bakeries. Laguna Village.
There are several car rental companies in Estepona, conveniently located in the town centre and car hire agents in Estepona Port. Additionally, many car rental providers based at Málaga Airport offer a delivery and collection service in Estepona.
Estepona has several small museums devoted to its history and culture as as an agricultural town: Bullring, three of the museums are located in the Bullring oposite the entrance to the port (access via Calle Matias Prats), They share the same entrance. There are no admission charges. Hours of opening are Tuesday to Sunday 09.00 to 16.00 hrs. Closed Monday. Tel: 952 807 148
Park the car in the underground car park under the seafront promenade and walk through to the pedestrianised Calle Real. Where this road crosses Calle Terraza is a good starting point. Have a look at the shops on Calle Terraza and pedestrianised Calle Real, and stop in at one of the traditional bars on Calle Caridad for an ice-cold fino (sherry) and tapa. Walk up to the attractive Plaza de las Flores.
If you are considering visiting Estepona you may find our maps a useful tool, we provide three maps, one of the region of Andalucia with Estepona highlighted. The second handcrafted map gives the location of Estepona with the corresponding local road network. In order to help our readers we have also embedded a Google map which is centered on Estepona.
Cafes & Tapas Bars in Estepona: Estepona is one of the few coastal towns that has succeeded in maintaining its pueblo charm and character, despite the onslaught of tourism. Cafes & Tapas Bars in Estepona.
Selection of group excursions from Estepona and Costa del Sol. Opportunity to see the major attractions in Andalucia without the hassle of having to organise them yourself. Click on one of the excursions below to read more information and to proceed with your online booking by following the instructions. Select the date, your tour language, and pick up area.
ully landscaped public parks in Estepona as well as public squares adored with flowers, Seafront Promenade, Plaza de las Flores and Orchid House plaza are in the old town. El Calvario park is at the top of Calle de la Terraza. The larger parks are located in the area to the west of the old town centre; Parque Huerta Nueva, Parque del Carmen, Parque La Constitucion. Further west are Parque de los Niños, Parque La Hermandad. Parque del Seghers. Outside Estepna town are Parque Pedregales and Selwo Wildlife park. Finally above 1000m, the Sierra Bermeja mountain behind Estepona is a protected natural area.
If you are considering visiting Puerto de la Duquesa you may find our maps a useful tool, we provide three maps, one of the region of Andalucia with Puerto de la Duquesa highlighted. The second handcrafted map gives the location of Puerto de la Duquesa with the corresponding local road network
On Andalucia.com we use Google Maps service, you can view basic or custom maps of the 8 main provinces of Andalucia, its coasts and major villages. Click and drag maps to view adjacent sections immediately. View satellite images of your desired location that you can zoom and pan.
Villaverde del Río sits to the right of the River Guadalquivir and also has the Siete Arroyos River on its eastern side. An ideal location for tranquillity with nature. It has about 7700 inhabitants.
Villanueva del Río y Minas was formed by combining the previous mining town of Villanueva del Río with those houses belonging to the miners of the area. It has about 4900 inhabitants.
Villanueva del Ariscal was an agricultural town previously known as Villanueva Aliscar. It has about 6,400 inhabitants.
Valencina del Concepción is home to the well known Dolmens of Valencina. It has about 7,900 inhabitants.
Tomares is an agricultural suburban town of Seville, inhabited by many who look to live outside the city but close enough to commute to the centre for work. It has about 24, 800 inhabitants.
Tocina has Neolithic archaeological remains showing clear signs that it was inhabited in prehistoric times. The small hamlet of Los Rosales is included within its municipal. It has about 9600 inhabitants.
Santiponce is home to the Roman ruins of Itálica, which are probably the best-known features of the area. The town is also part of two important routes: the Ruta de la Plata and the Ruta Bética Romana. It has about 8,400 inhabitants.
