Marbella, in the south of Spain is a vibrant coastal town with a large number of sandy beaches, a charming Old Town and some exciting nightlife. It’s easy to get to from all over Europe and further afield, so I thought I’d put together this Marbella Travel Guide. This should hopefully provide everything you need to know to plan a weekend visit or longer.
Together with golfing, watersports and the enticing history of several nearby towns, there really is something for everyone in Marbella. Even the Sierra Blanca mountains are close, providing the most stunning backdrop for the town.
It is of course, one of the most well known beach resorts in Spain, and particularly popular with British tourists. And although Marbella has been long associated with glitzy all day beach parties and glamorous jet setters, there’s so much more to do in Marbella than just drink and party!
The beautiful beach resort is also located near to several other large towns, including Malaga, Cadiz and Seville – all offering a wealth of historical and cultural sites. It is also very close to the popular and affluent town of Puerto Banus, well worth a visit even if just to marvel at the cars and mega-yachts.
Having visited earlier this summer for the first time, I was pleasantly surprised at Marbella and can definitely see the draw for returning visitors who come back year after year. The Old Town of Marbella is stunning, the food is fantastic, the beaches are long and expansive. Plus, the weather is pretty damn good!
So if you’re considering a weekend in Marbella (or longer), I can highly recommend. Read on for my Marbella Travel Guide covering how to get there, what to do and where to stay!
