{"id":1602,"date":"2024-08-08T12:02:40","date_gmt":"2024-08-08T12:02:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/?p=1602"},"modified":"2025-02-21T12:22:48","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T12:22:48","slug":"benalmadena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/en\/benalmadena\/","title":{"rendered":"What to See and Do in Benalm\u00e1dena, M\u00e1laga"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1602\" class=\"elementor elementor-1602 elementor-1462\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56f97e07 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"56f97e07\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-28904279 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"28904279\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Benalm\u00e1dena, located on the picturesque Costa del Sol, is one of the brightest gems in southern Spain. With an enviable Mediterranean climate, golden beaches, and a rich blend of culture and nature, this charming town offers something for everyone. Whether seeking outdoor adventures, history and culture, or simply relaxing and enjoying the local cuisine, Benalm\u00e1dena has everything you need for a perfect holiday.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Let\u2019s explore the main tourist attractions, parks and natural spaces, museums and cultural centres, family-friendly activities, and the best places to enjoy delicious local food and drink.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18f3652d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"18f3652d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d728b19 elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"6d728b19\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;],&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;bullets&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;value&quot;:&quot;fas fa-circle&quot;,&quot;library&quot;:&quot;fa-solid&quot;,&quot;rendered_tag&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg class=\\&quot;e-font-icon-svg e-fas-circle\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 512 512\\&quot; xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot;&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\\&quot;&gt;&lt;\\\/path&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;},&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__6d728b19\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fe1989 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0fe1989\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a0695f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4a0695f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The main tourist attractions to see in Benalm\u00e1dena<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c9f5e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c9f5e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>The Colomares Castle<\/strong> is a fascinating monument built in honour of Christopher Columbus and his discovery of America. This unique castle combines Gothic, Romanesque, and Mud\u00e9jar architectural styles and is one of the most photogenic spots in the city.<\/p><p><strong>The<\/strong> <strong>Benalm\u00e1dena Marina<\/strong> is another major attraction. World-renowned for its innovative design, this marina is not just a place to dock boats but also a vibrant hub full of shops, restaurants, and bars. Strolling through the marina, enjoying the marine life, and observing the luxury yachts is a relaxing and pleasant experience.<\/p><p><strong>The<\/strong> <strong>Benalm\u00e1dena Cable Car<\/strong> offers a unique perspective of the city and its surroundings. This cable car takes visitors to the top of Mount Calamorro, where they can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Costa del Sol and, on clear days, see the African continent. At the summit, there are hiking trails and birds of prey show that delight both young and old.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2b8bf3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b2b8bf3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15732b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"15732b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/castillo-colomares\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/castillo-colomares-benalmadena-scaled-qmlhl7zfckm3a7bg246ailf2uxbxeyukv113vn9nqo.jpg\" title=\"castillo colomares benalmadena\" alt=\"castillo colomares benalmadena\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">Ver Castillo de Colomares<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1d4379 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e1d4379\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5860579 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5860579\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Museums and cultural centres to visit in Benalm\u00e1dena<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f50e249 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f50e249\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The cultural richness of <strong>Benalm\u00e1dena<\/strong> is reflected in its varied offerings of museums and cultural centres. <strong>The Felipe Orlando Museum of Pre-Columbian Art<\/strong> is a hidden gem that houses an impressive collection of artefacts from the ancient civilizations of Latin America. It\u2019s a fascinating place to learn about pre-Columbian cultures and their impact on world history.<\/p><p><strong>The Benalm\u00e1dena Exhibition Centre<\/strong> is another highlight for art lovers. This centre hosts temporary exhibitions by contemporary artists, both local and international, providing a platform for modern artistic expression.<\/p><p><strong>Bil-Bil Castle<\/strong> is one of the most recognisable buildings in Benalm\u00e1dena, with its striking Arabic-style architecture. Situated by the sea, this castle serves as a cultural centre, hosting art exhibitions, lectures, and other cultural events. Its picturesque setting makes it a perfect place to enjoy culture while admiring views of the Mediterranean.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0c028e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a0c028e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af30e56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"af30e56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Children's activities in Benalm\u00e1dena\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13f52a3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"13f52a3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Benalm\u00e1dena is a perfect destination for the whole family, offering a wide range of activities that guarantee fun for all ages.<\/p><p><strong>Selwo Marina<\/strong> is a theme park where visitors can interact with dolphins, penguins, and other marine species. The shows and educational activities make this park an unforgettable experience.<\/p><p><strong>Tivoli World<\/strong> is the largest amusement park on the Costa del Sol, offering a wealth of attractions and shows for all ages. From roller coasters to open-air theatres, Tivoli World promises a day full of fun and excitement.<\/p><p>The <strong>Butterfly Park of Benalm\u00e1dena<\/strong> is an educational and enchanting experience. This butterfly house is home to hundreds of exotic butterflies in a tropical environment, giving visitors the chance to observe these delicate creatures up close and learn about their life cycle and habitat.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba3e4b0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ba3e4b0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ab7c36 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5ab7c36\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ninos-benalmadena.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1491\" alt=\"ni\u00f1os benalmadena\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ninos-benalmadena.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ninos-benalmadena-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0bf2b5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a0bf2b5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26ab39b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"26ab39b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Best local bars and restaurants\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd34e6b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dd34e6b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Gastronomy is one of the main attractions of Benalm\u00e1dena. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of dishes that reflect the rich culinary heritage of Andalusia. From fresh fish and seafood to traditional tapas, the gastronomic offering is diverse and delicious.<\/p><p>Many restaurants in Benalm\u00e1dena feature terraces with sea views, creating the perfect setting for a relaxed outdoor meal. The quality of the ingredients, many of them local and fresh, and the dedication of the local chefs ensure a memorable culinary experience.<\/p><p>Visitors can also enjoy a glass of Spanish wine, a refreshing <em>tinto de verano<\/em>, or a cold beer while mingling with the locals and soaking up the lively evening atmosphere.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62a2d48 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"62a2d48\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a9914a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5a9914a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Parks and natural spaces\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5fb82ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5fb82ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For nature lovers, Benalm\u00e1dena offers a variety of parks and green spaces that invite relaxation.<\/p><p><strong>Parque de la Paloma<\/strong> is one of the most beloved by both locals and tourists. This urban park features expansive gardens, a central lake, and a diverse array of wildlife, including peacocks, ducks, and other animals that roam freely. It\u2019s a perfect spot for a picnic, a peaceful walk, or simply to enjoy the natural beauty.<\/p><p><strong>Parque de la Bater\u00eda<\/strong> is another green oasis in Benalm\u00e1dena. Located on the site of a former military battery, this park offers spectacular sea views and boasts a large lake, walking paths, and children\u2019s play areas. Additionally, there is a viewing area with historical cannons that add a touch of history to the visit.<\/p><p><strong>Mount Calamorro<\/strong> is not only appreciated by the cable car but is also a fantastic destination for hiking enthusiasts. Several trails are winding up to the summit, each offering its level of challenge and stunning views. It\u2019s an ideal place to disconnect and immerse yourself in nature.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f53aadf e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f53aadf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9f819d3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9f819d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/parque-paloma-benalmadena.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1493\" alt=\"parque paloma benalmadena\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/parque-paloma-benalmadena.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/parque-paloma-benalmadena-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec4cf98 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ec4cf98\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79085dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"79085dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Now you know what to see in Benalm\u00e1dena, so come and visit!<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82ac5e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"82ac5e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Benalm\u00e1dena is a destination that has it all: natural beauty, history, culture, and a vibrant culinary scene. Whether you&#8217;re seeking adventure, relaxation, or a mix of both, we at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alfrescostays.com\/\">Alfresco Stays<\/a> are ready to welcome you with open arms in Benalm\u00e1dena. With its diverse range of attractions, every visitor is guaranteed to find something to love and remember.<\/p><p>Don&#8217;t wait any longer\u2014pack your bags and come discover everything Benalm\u00e1dena has to offer! With so much to see and do, your visit is sure to be an unforgettable experience. 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