CUISINE

Fish and seafood, along with locally produced vegetables, are the main ingredients of traditional Costa del Sol fare.

The olive oil and fine basic ingredients that characterise the Andalucian cuisine are the mainstays of the rich and healthy “Mediterranean Diet”.

In summer “gazpacho” – (chilled tomato and garlic soup)-, accompanied by a wide selection of fried fish and the famous “espetas” - (skewered sardines)-, is the most popular order at the beach bars or “chiringuitos” where visitors can sample a wide variety of local specialities.

The tapas bars and an impressive range of top quality restaurants of all nationalities offer the visitor an exquisite selection of dishes to suit all tastes.

NATURE

The Costa del Sol is a landscape of startling contrasts between the blue and white of the modern, touristic coast and the bright green of the interior, where abundant terraces of tropical crops can be found among breathtaking scenes of indescribable beauty.

The Montes de Málaga Natural Park, the Antequera Nature Reserve, the gorges and passes of the Sierra de las Nieves and the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes Natural Park are the province’s rich and ecological natural areas, where the availability of rural accommodation enables the visitor to live in a veritable paradise on the Costa del Sol.

NIGHTLIFE

One of the Costa del Sol’s major attractions is the nightlife. Discotheques, Flamenco Shows, dance halls and bars are to be found all along the coast, as the Costa de Sol becomes a world of music, dance and entertainment where a good time is guaranteed.

Recreational centres such as Tivoli World and the coast’s excellent casinos complete the Costa del Sol’s nightlife options, making night time an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages from around the world.

MONUMENTS

The ancient civilisations which inhabited the coast left in their wake a series of artistic relics which together form a historical legacy which for its beauty alone must not be missed.

The Alcazaba Fortress and the Gibralfaro Castle in Málaga, Ronda Gorge, the Menga Dolmens and other magnificent examples of Islamic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture to be found throughout the coast are a must for the visitor.

The Picasso Museum, the Cervantes Theatre and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Málaga are the Costa del Sol’s main cultural attractions.

BEACHES

The Costa del Sol’s beaches are a major attraction for visitors. Internationally renowned sands with clear water, secluded coves and stony beaches make up the Costa del Sol’s beautiful natural landscape.

The many blue flags awarded by the European Union are a guarantee of the high quality of our beaches, which are famed both for their cleanliness and for the services they offer.

First class port infrastructure and excellent restaurants, hotels and shops all make for a dream location.

The Mediterranean’s average temperature and daily hours of sunshine have turned the coast into a familiar an oft frequented location for visitors from all corners of the globe.

MARINAS

The Costa del Sol’s 12 marinas stretch along the whole of it’s length and are one of the biggest tourist attractions in the coastal resorts. Their class, history and international renown have made the marinas the number one berth for owners of the world’s most luxurious yachts and the latest, most original sports boats. A charming setting in which to stroll and admire these exquisite vessels.

Nightfall transforms the marinas into hives of entertainment, where music and spectacle combine to seduce the visitor.

Puerto Banús in Marbella, Benalmádena and Estepona are the cream of the coast’s magnificent nautical facilities.