Marbella is one of the cities on the Costa del Sol most visited by tourists during most of the year, although there is a greater influx of tourists during the summer season.
This city, in addition to its festivals, celebrities, leisure, beaches and luxuries, has a historic center that maintains its characteristic charm of an Andalusian town, since it is surrounded by the classic bars of all life, as well as archaeological and many more corners of the city of Marbella.
Here is a list of things to do if you visit Marbella, a special city on the Costa del Sol.
What to see in Marbella
If you are visiting the city of Marbella soon and you still don’t know what you are going to do when you get there, at Navigate Boat Rent, we show you the most interesting places and activities in the city, so you can visit them, get to know them and in the case of activities , do them and have a great day.
Old town
Walking through the historic center of Marbella you will have the feeling of walking through a small Andalusian town, with narrow streets and balconies full of details and flowers. If you are in the historic center and you are an art lover, you cannot leave this place without first visiting the Engraving Museum, which houses works by Picasso, Miró, Tápies or Saura.
The Naranjos´s Square and the castle walls
If you walk through the historic center of Marbella, you will surely end up in the famous Plaza de los Naranjos, where you will lose yourself in its streets and discover the most hidden corners, finding monuments such as the Church of the Encarnación.
In addition, the Plaza de los Naranjos is also famous for the Ramón churrería, where you can gather strength to spend a great day in the city.
A few meters from this square is Calle Carmen, due to its large white wall full of blue pots with red roses, a place very popular with tourists and where they stop to take pictures.
Enjoy the nightlife
The city of Marbella has famous clubs, where you can enjoy the music and atmosphere of the Costa del Sol. One of the most recognized is Olivia Valere.
Alameda Park
This Alameda park, as its name suggests, is located next to the main Alameda of the city. Here the vegetation merges with a city as cosmopolitan as Marbella, being an ideal place to rest and enjoy nature.
The different types of varieties that comfort the Alameda Park that together with the beautiful fountains that command the walk make this place a magical place to spend with family, friends or as a couple.
What to do in Marbella: How to enjoy the city
There are not only plans to see but also plans to have fun. We tell you the 5 essential plans to do in Marbella.
Ride a jet ski
If you are a lover of jet skis, we encourage you to enjoy a motorcycle ride along the Costa del Sol, enjoying the views and the sea. The route can be done accompanied by a monitor or if you have a license you can walk alone.
At Navigate, we have jet ski rentals and jet ski excursions in Marbella that you may be interested in.
Enjoy the fried ‘pescaito’ and paella
Marbella has a multitude of restaurants and beach bars where you can enjoy the best little fish and paella on the Costa del Sol.
Running on the boardwalk
Marbella’s good climate and the tranquility offered by the sea make the city the perfect place to get in shape. Two of the most popular routes for walking or running are Puerto Banús and the Duna de Artola natural area.
Diving in Marbella
Diving in Marbella is one of the most impressive activities you can do, it is also considered one of the 10 best places to dive in Spain. During the activity you will be able to find fauna and flora that lives under the sea, even some sunken ship.
Contrast mountain and sea from the Juanar
When we talk about Marbella, the first thing that comes to mind is its sea, but this is not all.
This city has a very famous place, called El Juanar. It is considered one of the best places for those who love nature, and where you can go hiking and enjoy the spectacular views from the top of La Concha.
Bike routes and boat trips
If you like adventures and going out to enjoy the outdoors, in Marbella you can do bicycle routes on your own, or more professional guided routes.
In relation to boat trips, you can enjoy a walk along the Costa del Sol where you can take tours or rent a boat for yourself. The most repeated route is the one that reaches Puerto Banús.
These are some of the places and activities that you can see and do in the city of Marbella. From Navigate, we invite you to visit this spectacular city and enjoy all its details and charms.