Self-Guided Walk of Marbella: Moorish Medina to Luxury Resort
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1.5 hours
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the charming old town of Marbella. Once a humble fishing village, Marbella is now one of the most glamorous destinations on the Spanish coast. As you stroll along the sun-drenched Mediterranean promenade, past Renaissance townhouses, and Moorish remnants, you’ll find out how iron...
- Duration from 1 Hour and 30 Minutes to 2 Hours
- Private Tour
- 1
Faro de Marbella
The tour starts near the Faro de Marbella, the lighthouse that guides ships into the harbour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Playa Del Faro
We'll look out over the Playa del Faro, one of Marbella's many golden beaches. Beyond the beach, we'll be able to pick out Puerto Banús, Gibraltar and even Africa.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Puerto Deportivo de Marbella
We'll pass by the Puerto Deportivo de Marbella, the small marina close to Marbella's old town.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 4
Avenida del Mar
We'll walk up the Avenida del Mar, which connects the seafront promenade with Marbella's old town. As we go, you'll hear how the area was developed in the 1980s and 1990s.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 5
Dali Sculptures
We'll pass ten sculptures attributed to Salvador Dalí, which decorate the Avenida del Mar. As you take a closer look at the sculptures, you'll also find out why they are controversial.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Parque de Alameda
We'll stop briefly in the Parque de Alameda, which is home to magnificent trees from all around the world. While enjoying the shade, you'll hear a bit about Marbella's early history.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
Fuente de la Virgen del Rocio
In the park, we'll pause beside the Fuente de la Virgen del Rocio, a beautiful tiled fountain from the 1700s.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 8
Marbella Old Town
We'll explore Marbella's old town, with its atmospheric winding streets. Browse in elegant boutiques and art stores, or stop at a café in a charming square to watch the world go by.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 9
Ermita de Santiago
We'll also pass the Ermita de Santiago, the oldest church or chapel in Marbella. If the chapel is open, entry is free of charge.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 10
Ayuntamiento City Hall
We'll admire the Marbella's town hall, which was built in the 1500s. You'll also find out why Marbella's sun dial is a few hours out.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 11
Plaza Santo Cristo
We'll stop near the Ermita de Santo Cristo, with its pretty blue and white tiled tower. You cannot go into the church, but you can look in through the doors when they are open.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 12
Murallas del Castillo (Las)
We'll pass by the walls of the old castle, built by the Caliph Abd-al Rahman III in the 900s. You'll learn how the castle is used today, and why you cannot go inside.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 13
Museo del Grabado Espanol Contemporaneo
We'll walk by the Contemporary Engraving Museum, which is housed in a beautiful old hospital from the 1500s. Entry to the museum is free of charge.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 14
Capilla de San Juan de Dios.
We'll also pass by the Chapel of St John of God, attached to another former hospital. St John is the patron saint of the ill and dying, and entry to the chapel is free of charge.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 15
Parroquia La Encarnacion de Marbella
We'll end our tour at the Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, the biggest church in Marbella. Entry to the church is free of charge.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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