Things to do and attractions
There are many things to do in the Costa del Sol, from time to enjoy the excellent golden sandy beaches or dancing until dawn in Puerto Banus or Puerto Marina.
The Costa del Sol, as its name suggests, is characterized by good weather. Most tourists go for sunbathing or swimming on the beach and strolling along the promenade. There are many restaurants and beach bars where you can enjoy a good meal or a drink on the beachfront, enjoying the Mediterranean sunset; enjoying the sea breeze and the sunset with a drink and some background music in a calm and relaxed atmosphere is really priceless!
If you are looking for party atmosphere you have many options from where to choose from: From the fantastic nightlife on the Costa del Sol, typical locations in the historic centre of Malaga, to Puerto Marina, a tourist spot both day or night, or Puerto Banus, where the fun and luxury go hand in hand.
The Costa del Sol also offers culture, fantastic sights to visit and a lot of opportunities to feed your intellect. Strolling through the Gibralfaro Castle will make you feel like in the past. The Costa del Sol means also the rich history of the Moorish Al-Andalus. On the Costa del Sol you can feel the essence of the past, and it will be a memorable and unique feeling.
From the Costa del Sol you also can discover nearby places worth visiting, especially if you rent a car in Malaga or you have planned a tour with minibus on the Costa del Sol. The Costa del Sol is a central strategic starting point from where you can discover places like:
- Sierra Nevada: The snow paradise Sierra Nevada is in close proximity to the sun paradise Costa del Sol, some very unique in the world; will you miss it?
- The Alhambra in Granada: A magical place that will transport you to the early middle ages when the Moors ruled in Andalucia. Granada means magic waiting to be discovered.
- Cadiz: What to say about its wonderful beaches and an atmosphere that endures through time; visiting areas such as Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz city or Cadiz beaches will captivate you.