Fernweh: Home
    ExploreTravel GuidesPlan a tripMy tripLast visited
    de|en
    All Places & RegionsAll highlightsAbout FernwehFAQPrivacy PolicyImprint
    ExploreTravel GuidesPlan a tripMy tripLast visited
    • Neighborhoods & highlights
    • Eat & drink
    • Accommodation
    • Plan trip
    • Nearby
    Marbella

    Spain

    Marbella

    City

    Marbella on the Costa del Sol blends an Andalusian old town with the glamour of an international resort.

    by Felix Gillen

    1. Home
    3. Destinations
    5. Spain
    7. Costa del Sol
    9. Marbella
    Marbella on the Costa del Sol blends an Andalusian old town with the glamour of an international resort. In the Casco Antiguo, you'll discover narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and the Plaza de los Naranjos, home to the 1568 Town Hall and Santiago Chapel, the city's oldest place of worship.After World War II, Marbella was a small village of around 900 inhabitants; from the 1950s onwards, the Marbella Club, and later the 1970-opened Puerto Banús marina, made the town internationally renowned. Besides the beaches, highlights include the remains of the Roman villa on the Río Verde, the Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo featuring prints by Picasso, Miró, and Dalí, and the Museo Ralli. To explore the city at a relaxed pace, a visit in spring or autumn is recommended.

    Sights in Marbella

    Discover the most important sights and attractions

    Avenida del Mar
    Attraction

    1Avenida del Mar

    The pedestrian avenue connects the old town with the beach. Ten sculptures by Salvador Dalí stand between fountains and green spaces.
    Open in Google Maps
    Plaza de los Naranjos
    Attraction

    2Plaza de los Naranjos

    The square with its orange trees is the center of the Old Town and was laid out in Castilian style after the Christian Reconquest. It is home to the Town Hall from 1568 and the Ermita de Santiago, which presumably dates from the 15th century and is considered the city's oldest religious building.
    Open in Google Maps
    Puerto Banús
    Attraction

    3Puerto Banús

    The marina west of the center was built by José Banús and opened in 1970. Today, it is the most famous luxury quarter of the Golden Mile, with large yachts at the moorings and boutiques along the waterfront promenade.
    Open in Google Maps

    Essen & Trinken

    1

    Messina Restaurante

    Restaurant in Av. Severo Ochoa.
    Show on Google Maps
    2

    Vinacoteca Castillejos

    Bar in C. Castillejos.
    Show on Google Maps
    3

    Restaurante Tanguito

    Restaurant in C. Caballeros.
    Show on Google Maps
    4

    Timonel Marbella

    Restaurant in C. Notario Luis Oliver.
    Show on Google Maps
    5

    Pizza al corte

    Restaurant in Pizza al corte.
    Show on Google Maps

    Accommodations in Marbella

    Find perfect stay in Marbella

    Booking.com* (Affiliate link)
    Search Hotels
    Agoda* (Affiliate link)
    Search Hotels
    Airbnb
    Vacation Rentals

    * Affiliate link: if you book through it, we earn a small commission. The price stays the same for you.

    Campgrounds in Marbella

    Find perfect campground in Marbella

    Search via Google Maps
    Campgrounds nearby (15km)
    Camping.info
    Find Campgrounds
    Park4Night
    RV Parks & Camping

    Plan your trip to Marbella

    Save places, build a route and plan your city trip, all in one place.

    1. 1
      Sunrise over alpine peaks and a sea of clouds
      1234

      Round trip

      12 days · 4 stops

      Saved

      Pick a route

      Pick a ready-made one or save places and plan your own.

      Open bookmarks
    2. 2

      Trip to Marbella

      Live
      • 1Avenida del Mar3 days
      • 2Plaza de los Naranjos4 days
      • 3Puerto Banús5 days
      Budget

      Plan your trip

      The planner sorts stops, days and budget. Plan together in real time.

      Start trip planning
    3. 3
      9:41 No signal
      Marbella
      Available offline

      Use it on the road

      Download the guide to your phone and use it on site, even offline.

    Nearby

    Mijas Pueblo

    Mijas Pueblo

    The white mountain village Mijas Pueblo sits about 430 meters up on a slope above the Costa del Sol in Málaga province. Winding alleys, old city wall remains, its famous donkey taxis, and Paseo de la Muralla's sea views define the place.
    Estepona

    Estepona

    Estepona has retained much of its Andalusian character: The old town with flower-decorated alleys, the lively harbor and long sandy beaches define this town in the west of the Costa del Sol.
    Ronda

    Ronda

    Ronda in Andalusia is situated on a rock plateau that divides the Tajo Gorge of the Guadalevín river into two parts. The Puente Nuevo, completed in 1793, connects the old town La Ciudad with the El Mercadillo quarter, along with the bullring inaugurated in 1785, the 13th and 14th-century Arab baths, and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.
    Costa del Sol

    Costa del Sol

    The Costa del Sol, on the Mediterranean coast of Málaga province, is one of Spain's most famous coastal regions, attracting millions of visitors every year thanks to its sunny climate. It combines sandy beaches, vibrant nightlife, white villages, and a cultural history ranging from Moorish influences to modern art in Málaga.
    Málaga

    Málaga

    The provincial capital Málaga is the cultural hub of the Costa del Sol: a vibrant Old Town, significant museums like the Museo Picasso, and a diverse culinary scene.

    Sources & method

    • Photos: Unsplash, Google Maps. Each photo carries its credit.
    • Place data such as addresses and ratings comes from Google Maps.
    • The content is based on web research from public, traceable sources. How the content is made · The role of AI