6 of the Best Places to Visit From Marbella in 2022

6 of the Best Places to Visit From Marbella in 2022

Marbella offers so much more than just beach and R&R. If you can prise yourself away from the sun lounger for a day there is a wealth of nature, culture and history out there to behold.

In no particular order, here are 6 of the best places to go to mix it up a bit on your next Marbella vacation.

Places to Visit From Marbella

  1. Estepona
  2. Ronda
  3. Gibraltar
  4. Malaga
  5. El Chorro
  6. Benahavรญs

Estepona

Estepona is only 20 minutes away from Marbella and is another coastal resort with charming, cobbled streets bustling with life. You will find quaint and traditional beach bars and restaurants as well as a crop of new, funky tapas bars here, and a large stretch of sandy beach. Donโ€™t miss the painted murals in town; a selection of over 60 murals found on the side of buildings and painted by local artists that gives Estepona a unique flavour. Why not take the mural route?

Estepona Murals Route - Places to Visit From Marbella
Estepona Murals Route – Places to Visit From Marbella

Estepona is located west of Marbella and easily accessible using the A-7 motorway.

Ronda

Ronda is a popular choice. There wonโ€™t be many guidebooks on Marbella which donโ€™t suggest a trip to this delightful mountaintop city which is swimming in history and offers spectacular views over the Serrania de Ronda mountains. Who knows, you might just fall in love all over again with views like this!

Rondas Arab Baths - Places to Visit From Marbella
Ronda’s Arab Baths – Places to Visit From Marbella

Ronda is 60km northwest of Marbella and accessible on the A-397, also known as the Ronda Road.

Gibraltar

The locals call it โ€œEl peรฑรณnโ€, we call it โ€œThe Rockโ€ and you can make up your mind what to call it after a visit. You will need your passport or ID card to get in, some comfortable shoes for a walk over the runway into town (yes really!) and an open mind. Why not meet the barbary apes who frequent the top of the rock by cable car, or benefit from the duty free shopping in town?

Barbary macaques in Gibraltar - Places to Visit From Marbella
Barbary macaques in Gibraltar – Places to Visit From Marbella

Gibraltar is situated 79km away from Marbella and accessible from the border with La Linea in Spain. Park at the border and walk across or ask a Swish representative about organised day trips.

Malaga

Malaga is a cosmopolitan city and only an hour from Marbella even in traffic, there is no excuse not to visit. You will find all you would expect of a well-kept and proud city laden in history here, from shops and restaurants to culture. This was the birthplace of Picasso and his eponymous museum is just one of Malagaโ€™s many art galleries. Our tip is to make time to explore the castle, Gibralfaro. Climb up on foot, and from here you will enjoy the most stunning views of the whole city.

The Concepciรณn viewpoint - Places to Visit From Marbella
The Concepciรณn viewpoint – Places to Visit From Marbella

Malaga is located east of Marbella, about 61km away. For those who are not driving, there are numerous busses, or a private car can be easily arranged if needed.

EL Chorro

As beautiful lakes go, el Chorro is up there with the finest. Mini resorts like Ardales within the โ€œEl Chorroโ€ area offer a peaceful day out, with private parking next to the lake and a serene spot to bathe, hire a pedalo or just spend the day with those you love.

El Churro lake, Malaga - Places to Visit From Marbella
El Churro lake, Malaga

El Chorro is about 75km away from Marbella and a slightly longer journey of just over an hour and a quarter via the A-355 and A-357, but well worth it for those stunning views. Set off early to ensure you get a great parking space and make a day of it.

Benahavรญs

Benahavรญs is so close to Marbella that if you like it, you will probably find yourself going back for a second or third night out there! This is a charming, white-washed mountain town that has a reputation for attracting the arty and foodie set, only 20 minutes from Marbella. Try some of its up-and-coming restaurants and bars. Newly opened for 2022 is the House of Flow, a social club with a private membersโ€™ style vibe, or La Taberna Fantastica, a restaurant and grill that is highly rated and offers a cosy setting.

Benahavรญs - Places to Visit From Marbella
Benahavรญs – Places to Visit From Marbella

To find Benahavรญs from Marbella, take the A-7 then the A-7175 all the way (uphill!) to Benahavรญs. Parking can be easily found once in town, just follow the signs.

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