Visitar Marbella Guidebook

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Visitar Marbella Guidebook

Neighborhoods

The chic, sun-drenched Costa del Sol town of Marbella Marbella's modern-day Spanish architecture and design is glamorous, yet sympathetic to its historic Moorish occupation. Experience the Andalusian charm of the old quarter with its whitewashed buildings, remnants of a ninth-century Arab fortress and famous fragrant orange trees. You can relax on the sands of the famous La Fontanilla beach or splash about in the area's family-oriented waters, or visit the wildlife and theme parks.
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The chic, sun-drenched Costa del Sol town of Marbella Marbella's modern-day Spanish architecture and design is glamorous, yet sympathetic to its historic Moorish occupation. Experience the Andalusian charm of the old quarter with its whitewashed buildings, remnants of a ninth-century Arab fortress and famous fragrant orange trees. You can relax on the sands of the famous La Fontanilla beach or splash about in the area's family-oriented waters, or visit the wildlife and theme parks.
The lodestar of style, distinction and luxury in Spain Puerto Banús is a marina located to the southwest of Marbella. It was built as a luxury marina and it has become very popular with the rich and famous. Developed around a coastal village in the Mediterranean architectural style, the streets of Puerto Banús are lined with cafes, restaurants and expensive luxury boutiques such as Christian Dior, Gucci, Bulgari, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana.
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Puerto Banús
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The lodestar of style, distinction and luxury in Spain Puerto Banús is a marina located to the southwest of Marbella. It was built as a luxury marina and it has become very popular with the rich and famous. Developed around a coastal village in the Mediterranean architectural style, the streets of Puerto Banús are lined with cafes, restaurants and expensive luxury boutiques such as Christian Dior, Gucci, Bulgari, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana.

Beach Clubs

Nikki Beach Marbella is an open-air spot with fabulous tropical gardens, famous for champagne tastings, opulent lunches, daytime dancing and signature parties. You can thank this venue for being one of the first beach clubs to bring the now-signature white mattress look to Andalusia.
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Nikki Beach Marbella - Restaurant & Beach club
km 192 Carr. de Cádiz
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Nikki Beach Marbella is an open-air spot with fabulous tropical gardens, famous for champagne tastings, opulent lunches, daytime dancing and signature parties. You can thank this venue for being one of the first beach clubs to bring the now-signature white mattress look to Andalusia.
Opium Beach Club is a cool place for a nice cold drink whilst soaking in the sun. Expect great service at this beachside location, with excellent sea views and delicious cocktails!
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Opium Beach Club Marbella
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Opium Beach Club is a cool place for a nice cold drink whilst soaking in the sun. Expect great service at this beachside location, with excellent sea views and delicious cocktails!
Ocean Club Marbella is the original classic beach club in Marbella – a reference for style, modern luxury and an atmosphere that has made it famous as one of Europe’s chic favourites for relaxing, partying and enjoying the best that summer has to offer.
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Ocean Club Marbella
s/n Av. de Lola Flores
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Ocean Club Marbella is the original classic beach club in Marbella – a reference for style, modern luxury and an atmosphere that has made it famous as one of Europe’s chic favourites for relaxing, partying and enjoying the best that summer has to offer.
La Cabane, with its location on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Club La Cabane is one of the most elegant and exclusive places on the Costa del Sol. Its magnificent panoramic views and its functional and modern design make it the ideal place for enjoying a relaxing day.
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La Cabane Beach Club
Calle Jabalí
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La Cabane, with its location on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Club La Cabane is one of the most elegant and exclusive places on the Costa del Sol. Its magnificent panoramic views and its functional and modern design make it the ideal place for enjoying a relaxing day.
La Sala By the Sea is situated at the shore of one of the Mediterranean sandy beaches in Puerto Banús. The stylish, cool and luxurious beach-front venue is considered by many expats as the ultimate beach-side relaxation experience in Marbella.
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La Sala By The Sea
Avenida José Banús
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La Sala By the Sea is situated at the shore of one of the Mediterranean sandy beaches in Puerto Banús. The stylish, cool and luxurious beach-front venue is considered by many expats as the ultimate beach-side relaxation experience in Marbella.

Food scene

The Orange Tree restaurant is one of the most quaint and inviting Mediterranean restaurants in Old Town Marbella. Located on the East side of Orange Square, you will immediately feel welcomed and comfortable, with a light and airy atmosphere to enjoy simply delicious food. The Orange Tree is without hesitation a must visit! The Chef is regularly put through his paces as they change their menus every 6 weeks. In our opinion this keeps the menu inspired and creative. It also allows their regular diners variety on each and every visit
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The Orange Tree
1 Pl. Gral. Chinchilla
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The Orange Tree restaurant is one of the most quaint and inviting Mediterranean restaurants in Old Town Marbella. Located on the East side of Orange Square, you will immediately feel welcomed and comfortable, with a light and airy atmosphere to enjoy simply delicious food. The Orange Tree is without hesitation a must visit! The Chef is regularly put through his paces as they change their menus every 6 weeks. In our opinion this keeps the menu inspired and creative. It also allows their regular diners variety on each and every visit
Garum restaurant is located on the promenade in Marbella, providing a stunning setting for dining both day and night. The menu is varied with Scandinavian, Spanish and European influences.
Restaurante Garum Marbella
Paseo Marítimo
Garum restaurant is located on the promenade in Marbella, providing a stunning setting for dining both day and night. The menu is varied with Scandinavian, Spanish and European influences.
Trocadero Playa was the first in the Trocadero chain and offers a trendy chill out setting with modern twists on Spanish gastronomy directly on the beach and in the heart of Marbella. It has a tropical vibe and the chefs creations are held in high acclaim with locals as well as visitors. It also has a small kids area so it is a good location for the family for a lunch or dinner in the summer.
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Trocadero Playa
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Trocadero Playa was the first in the Trocadero chain and offers a trendy chill out setting with modern twists on Spanish gastronomy directly on the beach and in the heart of Marbella. It has a tropical vibe and the chefs creations are held in high acclaim with locals as well as visitors. It also has a small kids area so it is a good location for the family for a lunch or dinner in the summer.
Da Bruno is a local chain of family run restaurants, serving good quality Italian food with the emphasis on exquisite customer service and the freshest ingredients.
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Restaurante Marbella | Da Bruno Sul Mare
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Da Bruno is a local chain of family run restaurants, serving good quality Italian food with the emphasis on exquisite customer service and the freshest ingredients.
Brödernas Marbella offers a wide range of gourmet burgers and salads including vegetarian and vegan options. Their burgers are made with delicious and perfectly chosen ingredient combinations that bring out the best flavours.
Brödernas
16 Avenida Duque de Ahumada
Brödernas Marbella offers a wide range of gourmet burgers and salads including vegetarian and vegan options. Their burgers are made with delicious and perfectly chosen ingredient combinations that bring out the best flavours.
Pizzeria Picasso is one of the busiest restaurant in Puerto Banús, with queues of people waiting outside in the summer. It offers great food at reasonable prices, as well as a beautiful outdoor terrace which is the perfect place to just relax, dine and watch the people go by.
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Pizzeria Picasso
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Pizzeria Picasso is one of the busiest restaurant in Puerto Banús, with queues of people waiting outside in the summer. It offers great food at reasonable prices, as well as a beautiful outdoor terrace which is the perfect place to just relax, dine and watch the people go by.
• Santiago Restaurante Marbella was founded more than 50 years ago and is well known in Marbella for its fantastic fish and shellfish. It isn’t the cheapest place in town, but it is well worth a visit.
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Restaurante Santiago
5 Av. Duque de Ahumada
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• Santiago Restaurante Marbella was founded more than 50 years ago and is well known in Marbella for its fantastic fish and shellfish. It isn’t the cheapest place in town, but it is well worth a visit.
Besaya Beach is a contemporary International restaurant located on the promenade of Marbella, near Puerto Banús and a few meters from the beach. They also enjoy a small area of Beach Beds directly in front of the restaurant for you to enjoy the sea and sunshine before or after your food.
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Besaya Beach
Km. 176 N-340
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Besaya Beach is a contemporary International restaurant located on the promenade of Marbella, near Puerto Banús and a few meters from the beach. They also enjoy a small area of Beach Beds directly in front of the restaurant for you to enjoy the sea and sunshine before or after your food.
Los Tres Pepes Chiringuito is positioned right on the edge of Playa Fontanilla and enjoys amazing views across the Mediterranean towards Africa. Great for all types of Mediterranean fish dishes from Sardines to Sea Bass.
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Restaurante los Tres Pepes
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Los Tres Pepes Chiringuito is positioned right on the edge of Playa Fontanilla and enjoys amazing views across the Mediterranean towards Africa. Great for all types of Mediterranean fish dishes from Sardines to Sea Bass.
La Red Chiringuito serves up fresh and tasty Spanish dishes including paella, sardines, fish and grilled meats as well as other Mediterranean dishes
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Restaurante la Red
6 P.º Marítimo
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La Red Chiringuito serves up fresh and tasty Spanish dishes including paella, sardines, fish and grilled meats as well as other Mediterranean dishes
GROUND is a Puerto Banús Artisan Café & Bakery located underneath the main restaurant BREATHE, open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks. They’re all about artisan preparation of their ingredients, with products and menus changed daily and including options to suit a variety of palettes and dietary requirements.
GROUND - Breathe Marbella - Artisan Cafe & Bakery
Calle los Lirios
GROUND is a Puerto Banús Artisan Café & Bakery located underneath the main restaurant BREATHE, open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks. They’re all about artisan preparation of their ingredients, with products and menus changed daily and including options to suit a variety of palettes and dietary requirements.
BREATHE combines modern urban architecture with natural elements to create energising spaces. They’re all about artisan preparation of their ingredients, with products and menus changed daily and including options to suit a variety of palettes and dietary requirements.
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Breathe Marbella - Restaurant Gastrobar & Garden
Calle los Lirios
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BREATHE combines modern urban architecture with natural elements to create energising spaces. They’re all about artisan preparation of their ingredients, with products and menus changed daily and including options to suit a variety of palettes and dietary requirements.
La Sala has fast become the place to be seen in Puerto Banús. It has many different areas where you can eat, drink and reconnect with friends. Their rear terrace enjoys stunning views of La Concha and is the ideal place for a leisurely coffee and the a la carte restaurant offers a varied menu including Spanish and International favourites.
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La Sala Puerto Banús
s/n C. Juan Belmonte
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La Sala has fast become the place to be seen in Puerto Banús. It has many different areas where you can eat, drink and reconnect with friends. Their rear terrace enjoys stunning views of La Concha and is the ideal place for a leisurely coffee and the a la carte restaurant offers a varied menu including Spanish and International favourites.
Nobu Marbella, is the first restaurant in Spain by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, his restaurant invites you to redesign your gastronomic nights in the heart of the Golden Mile. This temple for foodies combines traditional Japanese cuisine with Peruvian flavours.
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nobu
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Nobu Marbella, is the first restaurant in Spain by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, his restaurant invites you to redesign your gastronomic nights in the heart of the Golden Mile. This temple for foodies combines traditional Japanese cuisine with Peruvian flavours.
Leña is a steakhouse that offers its guests an irresistible duality: the balance between Dani García's technique and honesty and respect for the product. The menu is very focused on the raw material and its versatility on the grill, but with a very personal touch and a marked international influence, the result of the chef's travels and experiences around the world.
LEÑA
Leña is a steakhouse that offers its guests an irresistible duality: the balance between Dani García's technique and honesty and respect for the product. The menu is very focused on the raw material and its versatility on the grill, but with a very personal touch and a marked international influence, the result of the chef's travels and experiences around the world.
More than a restaurant, it is a fun and informal dining experience where you can spend the entire evening, from dinner until the wee hours. The perfect place to get together with friends, with a type of food that is easy to share. During dinner, the ambient music is kept at a level that allows you to talk and enjoy the show, while you savor our light and refreshing cocktails.
SupperClub Marbella
More than a restaurant, it is a fun and informal dining experience where you can spend the entire evening, from dinner until the wee hours. The perfect place to get together with friends, with a type of food that is easy to share. During dinner, the ambient music is kept at a level that allows you to talk and enjoy the show, while you savor our light and refreshing cocktails.
Monkey Club is the perfect place to enjoy an exceptional culinary experience in a great atmosphere. The intimate, tropical setting offers a unique experience where every wish is anticipated and all expectations are exceeded. Created for lovers of food and good savoir faire, the staff is available to provide you with a first class service in Marbella. Monkey Club has a unique style and energy that makes it a special place where you immediately feel good. The red jungle, the large outdoor terrace and the good vibes guarantee an unforgettable evening.
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Monkey Club Marbella
s/n Av. Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe
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Monkey Club is the perfect place to enjoy an exceptional culinary experience in a great atmosphere. The intimate, tropical setting offers a unique experience where every wish is anticipated and all expectations are exceeded. Created for lovers of food and good savoir faire, the staff is available to provide you with a first class service in Marbella. Monkey Club has a unique style and energy that makes it a special place where you immediately feel good. The red jungle, the large outdoor terrace and the good vibes guarantee an unforgettable evening.
Few places attract as much good energy as Chiringuito Puente Romano. The mornings in this little paradise on the beach are savored in the form of breakfasts, ready to nourish your heart: fresh juices loaded with vitamins, organic eggs, lattes for your well-being, nutritious smoothies , as well as vegan and healthy options for all tastes. Add a pinch of salt to your plate at lunch and dinner, and enjoy the taste of Andalusia with one of its impressive paellas or black rice dishes, fish and skewers, the great protagonists of its menu. When day falls, Chiringuito Puente Romano offers unforgettable sunsets next to the sand. Of course, don't hesitate to accompany the moment with one of his creative cocktails while you relax on a Balinese bed to the sound of the DJ.
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El Chiringuito Puente Romano
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Few places attract as much good energy as Chiringuito Puente Romano. The mornings in this little paradise on the beach are savored in the form of breakfasts, ready to nourish your heart: fresh juices loaded with vitamins, organic eggs, lattes for your well-being, nutritious smoothies , as well as vegan and healthy options for all tastes. Add a pinch of salt to your plate at lunch and dinner, and enjoy the taste of Andalusia with one of its impressive paellas or black rice dishes, fish and skewers, the great protagonists of its menu. When day falls, Chiringuito Puente Romano offers unforgettable sunsets next to the sand. Of course, don't hesitate to accompany the moment with one of his creative cocktails while you relax on a Balinese bed to the sound of the DJ.

Fun & Adventure

Simply Diving Marbella has many different dive sites to choose from in the Marbella and Puerto Banús area of the Costa del Sol, scuba divers of all experience levels and persuasions can be guaranteed a variety of diving.
Simply Diving Marbella
Simply Diving Marbella has many different dive sites to choose from in the Marbella and Puerto Banús area of the Costa del Sol, scuba divers of all experience levels and persuasions can be guaranteed a variety of diving.
Costa Water Park is a new, state of the art water park with five locations, one in Marbella in front of Da Bruno Sulmare, one in Puerto Banús just along from La Sala By The Sea, and three in Fuengirola at Carvajal Beach, Los Boliches Beach and Fuengirola Beach. Floating just off the beach, the water park is great for both kids and adults with many attractions for all the family.
CostaWaterPark Marbella
Costa Water Park is a new, state of the art water park with five locations, one in Marbella in front of Da Bruno Sulmare, one in Puerto Banús just along from La Sala By The Sea, and three in Fuengirola at Carvajal Beach, Los Boliches Beach and Fuengirola Beach. Floating just off the beach, the water park is great for both kids and adults with many attractions for all the family.
Mundo Mania have indoor and outdoor play areas, catering for all ages and holding workshops, too, Mundo Mania is straight up kiddie nirvana. The outdoor facilities have a water park area, trampolines, multi-sports pitches, while indoors there are pool tables and the small matter of the biggest soft play area on the Costa del Sol.
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Mundo Manía
53 Cam. de Brijan
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Mundo Mania have indoor and outdoor play areas, catering for all ages and holding workshops, too, Mundo Mania is straight up kiddie nirvana. The outdoor facilities have a water park area, trampolines, multi-sports pitches, while indoors there are pool tables and the small matter of the biggest soft play area on the Costa del Sol.
Aventura Amazonia Marbella, is the largest adventure park in Andalusia, and one of the benchmark theme parks on the Costa del Sol. The park, located just 500 meters from the beach, has 6 Adventure Circuits and includes the largest zip line between trees in Andalusia with a length of 240m.
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Aventura Amazonia
2 Av. Valeriano Rodríguez
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Aventura Amazonia Marbella, is the largest adventure park in Andalusia, and one of the benchmark theme parks on the Costa del Sol. The park, located just 500 meters from the beach, has 6 Adventure Circuits and includes the largest zip line between trees in Andalusia with a length of 240m.
Selwo Aventura is based in Estepona an animal park featuring many animals such as lions, zebras, giraffes, monkeys and birds.
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Selwo Äventyr
s/n Autovía del Mediterráneo
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Selwo Aventura is based in Estepona an animal park featuring many animals such as lions, zebras, giraffes, monkeys and birds.
Selwo Marina is a marine park based in Fuengirola where you can enjoy watching dolphins, penguins, and other marine animals.
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Selwo Marina
s/n Parque de la Paloma
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Selwo Marina is a marine park based in Fuengirola where you can enjoy watching dolphins, penguins, and other marine animals.
Biopark Fuengirola is a Zoo with animals & birds in naturalistic enclosures, with a recreated jungle clearing & kids' play area.
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Bioparc Fuengirola
6 C. Camilo José Cela
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Biopark Fuengirola is a Zoo with animals & birds in naturalistic enclosures, with a recreated jungle clearing & kids' play area.
Mariposario de Benalmádena Butterfly is based in Benalmádena and the largest climate controlled space dedicated to butterflies in Europe.
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Fjärilsparken i Benalmádena
s/n C. Muerdago
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Mariposario de Benalmádena Butterfly is based in Benalmádena and the largest climate controlled space dedicated to butterflies in Europe.

City/town information

Visit one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and taste the local cuisine of this charming village located only 45 minutes from Marbella.
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Ronda
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Visit one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and taste the local cuisine of this charming village located only 45 minutes from Marbella.
Perhaps best known for being the birthplace of Picasso. With over 30 museums to offer, Malaga has been named the 4th best place in Spain for cultural quality. Malaga boasts soft golden-sand beaches and sparkling Mediterranean which help to make it a very popular quick get-away destination.
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Málaga
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Perhaps best known for being the birthplace of Picasso. With over 30 museums to offer, Malaga has been named the 4th best place in Spain for cultural quality. Malaga boasts soft golden-sand beaches and sparkling Mediterranean which help to make it a very popular quick get-away destination.
Tarifa, take the day off to discover it! Only a 45 minute drive from Marbella, Tarifa is well worth the drive. Bolonia Beach is world famous for surfing and wind surfing due to its reliable Atlanic wind.
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Tarifa
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Tarifa, take the day off to discover it! Only a 45 minute drive from Marbella, Tarifa is well worth the drive. Bolonia Beach is world famous for surfing and wind surfing due to its reliable Atlanic wind.
Gibraltar, touring it in one day from Marbella is simple and fun. Located only 45 minutes from Marbella.
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Gibraltar
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Gibraltar, touring it in one day from Marbella is simple and fun. Located only 45 minutes from Marbella.
Morocco, visit for the day or overnight with tours to Tanger or Ceuta from Tarifa, Gibraltar, or Algeciras.
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Tangier
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Morocco, visit for the day or overnight with tours to Tanger or Ceuta from Tarifa, Gibraltar, or Algeciras.