Benalmadena Tourist Information and Benalmadena Holiday Guide

BENALMADENA TOURIST INFORMATION

This page is all about the town of Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol coast of Spain. It contains useful Benalmadena tourist information for people intending to visit or holiday in Benalmadena.

In this tourist guide to the tourist resort of Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol in Spain we help visitors who are planning a trip with useful and practical advice on many tourism related subjects such as Benalmadena car hire, accommodation, hotels, hostels, apartments to rent, map, sightseeing, weather, where to go, where to stay, travel information and what to see and do in Benalmadena.

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To make the best of your visit and holiday we cover everything you need to know about Benalmadena. We also have photos, picture galleries, views, videos and webcams of Benalmadena.

Benalmadena is one of the most popular holiday resorts on the Costa del Sol, with a variety of tourist attractions, including Tivoli World, Selwo Marina, Sealife Aquarium and a popular cable car.

The name Benalmadena is thought to derive from the Arabic 'Ben-al-madina', meaning 'Children of the Mines', due to the fact that several centuries ago iron ore used to be mined in this area.

Tivoli World in one of the best theme parks in Spain with a host of attractions including rollercoasters and rides, water flume, wild-west theme town, open-air theatre and a Spanish plaza where you can enjoy shows and eat and drink at the many cafes and restaurants.

The main coastal strip, known as Benalmadena Costa, is home to the award-winning Puerto Deportivo marina which is notable for its unusual mix of architectural styles. With a large variety of boutique shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the 1,100-berth marina is a magnet for visitors. Be sure to check out out our dedictated Benalmadena nightlife page to find out where the best bars and nightclubs in Benalmadena are located.

There is also a wide choice of boat trips available from the harbour, including sailing excursions, speed-boat rides and fishing trips. Another popular attraction is the Sealife Aquarium, with a fine collection of sharks, jellyfish, turtles and ray fish. Next to the marina are the resort's main beaches, overlooked by an attractive promenade lined with shops, bars and restaurants.

Further west along the coast is the Torrequebrada Hotel and Casino - one of the area's most popular entertainment venues - and the 18-hole Torrequebrada golf course. Opened in 1976, the attractive Torrequebrada course offers a challenging round with tight fairways, lakes and tropical plants. Also nearby is a small naturist beach known as Benalnatura.

About 1km up the hill from Benalmadena Costa is the commercial and residential area of Arroyo de la Miel, which literally translates as 'Stream of Honey'. Arroyo is home to the Tivoli World amusement park with its traditional attractions such as merry-go-rounds and big wheels, along with recent additions such as the 60-metre freefall ride. During the summer months Tivoli World has a busy entertainment program of shows and musicals. Opposite the Tivoli World park is the embarkation point for the cable car ride which ascends the 770-metre high Calamorro Mountain. Once at the summit you can enjoy falconry displays, horse riding shows, or just simply appreciate the fine views of the coast.

Further inland from Arroyo de la Miel, and around 300 metres above sea level, is the attractive whitewashed village of Benalmadena Pueblo. In the centre is the pretty little square of Plaza de Espana with its statue of a small girl, la Nina, while close by is the picturesque church of Santo Domingo surrounded by gardens. The village also has a small museum displaying several ancient artifacts excavated from the local area. A short distance from Benalmadena Pueblo is one of the Costa del Sol's most unusual sights; a giant Buddhist Stupa topped by a huge gold-coloured dome.

Benalmadena is situated between Fuengirola and Torremolinos, and it's within easy reach of Malaga Airport around 12km (7 miles) away. There is a regular train service from the airport to the train station in Arroyo de la Miel. The main bus stop is situated next to the resort's tourist office in Avenida Antonio Machado. From here you can catch buses along the coast to Torremolinos, Fuengirola and Marbella, as well as inland to Mijas and Ronda. There is also a local service, operated by orange buses, which connect the main areas of the resort.

For more advice and tourist information about Benalmadena please see Benalmadena.

MAP OF BENALMADENA

Our handy interactive tourist map of Benalmadena is best used as a tourist information guide as it shows some of the best sights, attractions, tourist spots, famous landmarks and places of interest in Benalmadena. Alternatively use it as a street map to help you with driving directions and travel information, to and from Benalmadena. You can use it from your place of origin such as Malaga Airport.

On the map of Benalmadena we show the locations of Benalmadena's best-known tourist attractions, sights, famous buildings, museums, galleries, parks, beaches, golf courses, tourist offices, markets, hotels, apartments and restaurants within Benalmadena.

Heading up the coast towards Torremolinos you will come across across Cerro del Toril, La Carihuela, Solymar, Torre Bermeja, El Pinillo, Arroyo de la Miel and Punta Negra.

The main areas surrounding Benalmadena are Arroyo de la Miel, Benamaida, Torrequebrada golf, Torrequebrada, Torremuelle, Pueblo Monterrey, Rancho Domingo, Serrezuela and Santana.

Heading down the coast towards the well-known towns of Mijas and Fuengirola are Torre de Benalmadena, Mi Jardin, Carvajal, Cabena, Torremar and Torreblanca.

10 MUST-DO TOURIST EXCURSIONS FROM BENALMADENA

If you are going to a holiday to Benalmadena, here are some of our ideas for excursions so you make the most of your trip to the Costa del Sol:

1. Trip to the glamourous tourist resort of Marbella known for its rich and famous residents and visitors. The place for designer shop and luxury yachts at the marina.
2. Mijas is a lovely white-washed village in the mountains.
3. Nerja is a pretty former fishing village with its caves.
4. Malaga is the main city on the Costa del Sol but it does have the Picasso museum.
5. Granada to visit the Moorish Alhambra Palace
6. Take a trip over the Med accross to Morocco!
7. Daytrip to Sevilla
8. Daytrip to Cordoba
9. Go inland to the pretty town of Ronda.
10. Visit the Rock of Gibraltar which is not far down the Costa del Sol.

MOVING TO BENALMADENA - LIVING IN BENALMADENA

If you are visiting the Benalmadena area to search for jobs and work, then our English speaking jobs in Spain page will help you in your search for jobs and work.

If you have found this guide on Benalmadena because you are thinking moving to the Benalmadena area you may also find our move to Spain section with expat interviews and accounts of how they found their move to Benalmadena Spain, useful and informative, as well as our live in Spain section which has more tips and advice.

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