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Mayan Monkey Mijas, Mijas
Mayan Monkey Mijas
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Ranked #1 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Owner description: Mayan Monkey Mijas is a tiny chocolate factory and shop set in the hills above Fuengirola in a white village called Mijas.... more » Owner description: Mayan Monkey Mijas is a tiny chocolate factory and shop set in the hills above Fuengirola in a white village called Mijas. Visitors to the shop can view the production of the chocolate and sample our delicious chocolate. It is highly recommended to try the salted almonds and the Peña de Mijeña chocolate. When you arrive to the Plaza de constitucion square, look up, we are on the balcony above. « less
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Andalucian Cycling Experience Day Trips
Andalucian Cycling Experience Day Trips
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Ranked #2 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 99 reviews
Owner description: Ashely and Claire of Andalucian Cycling Experience offer bike rides to white villages from Montecorto - They organised our... more » Owner description: Ashely and Claire of Andalucian Cycling Experience offer bike rides to white villages from Montecorto - They organised our accommodation, bikes, helmets and guided rides, returning to the same accommodation each night . « less
Attraction type  Biking Trails
Marbella Rent a Bike, Marbella
Marbella Rent a Bike
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Ranked #3 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Owner description: High quality mountain, road and city bikes as well as kids bikes and child carriers. Bikes are delivered to clients' home or... more » Owner description: High quality mountain, road and city bikes as well as kids bikes and child carriers. Bikes are delivered to clients' home or hotel along the Costa del Sol. We also offer guided tours for individuals and groups. « less
Attraction type  Biking Trails
Monte Aventura, Andalucia Ecotours, Marbella
Monte Aventura, Andalucia Ecotours
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Ranked #4 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Discover the Real Spain. Experience the Natural Andalusia. Ecotours, Incentives, Adventure activities. Marbella - Costa del... more » Owner description: Discover the Real Spain. Experience the Natural Andalusia. Ecotours, Incentives, Adventure activities. Marbella - Costa del Sol - Sierra de las Nieves MONTE AVENTURA, your most natural guide, provide adventure activities, walking trips, (hiking, trekking) and off road Jeep ecotours to discover the nature of Sierra de las Nieves National Park in Andalusia (Spain) for all the family, friends. incentive and corporate meetings in Marbella and the Costa del Sol (Malaga). Ecoturism, outdoor training, Team Building, Kick off. The Best day of your holidays in the Real Spain. « less
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails; Tours
Nerja Donkey Sanctuary, Nerja
Nerja Donkey Sanctuary
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Ranked #5 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 98 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Parque De La Paloma, Benalmadena
Parque De La Paloma
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Ranked #6 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 167 reviews

Paloma Park covers 200,000 square meters and is located about 200 meters from the main coastal road. There is a rectangular lake with a high jet of water and many paved walkways... more »

Attraction type  Parks
Museum of Glass and Crysal, Malaga
Museum of Glass and Crysal
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Ranked #7 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 81 reviews

Museo del Vidrio y Cristal de Malaga Calle Gaona, 20 (In front of the Church of San Felipe Neri) Tel: 952-221-949 Website: http://www.museov... Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00... more »

Attraction type  Museums
Benalmadena Puerto Marina, Benalmadena
Benalmadena Puerto Marina
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Ranked #8 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 235 reviews

Puerto Marina is a marina in Benalmadena that has won the title of "Best Marina in the World" several times. It has 1,000 moorings for boats from 6 to 30 m in length. It has a... more »

Attraction type  Marinas
Plaza de Espana, Benalmadena
Ranked #9 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Old Quarter, Marbella
Old Quarter
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Ranked #10 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 125 reviews

Fantastic day or night. Day time shopping  is its best here wondering around the cobbled old streets, stumbling onto old churches and people. Orange square at night has the most... more »

Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Balcon de Europa, Nerja
Balcon de Europa
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Ranked #11 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 186 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Kelipe Centro de Arte Flamenco, Malaga
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Ranked #12 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
Bioparc Fuengirola, Fuengirola
Bioparc Fuengirola
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Ranked #13 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 114 reviews

Avenida Camilo José Cela, 8-10 Fuengirola Tel: 952-666-301 Web: www.zoofuengirola... The Fuengirola Zoo calls itself another kind of zoo, and it is. First of all its location is... more »

La Carihuela, Torremolinos
La Carihuela
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Ranked #14 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 188 reviews
Historic neighborhood that used to be the fisherman's district.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Riding Fun In The Sun, Casares
Riding Fun In The Sun
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Ranked #15 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Come horse riding and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Andalucian countryside.Enjoy scenic views of the beautiful white... more » Owner description: Come horse riding and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Andalucian countryside.Enjoy scenic views of the beautiful white village of Casares offering stunning panoramic views of the sea towards Gibraltar and the North African coast. Our team of horses will gently ride you through the beautiful Casares/Manilva/Gaucin countryside. Experience riding along the Sabinillas and Duquesa Beaches. We have a range of horses for all levels of rider/non rider and both English and Spanish saddles for your convenience. The rides can be tailored to your needs.Open from dawn until dusk.We only close Christmas DayTransport can be arranged at a small extra cost « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Caves at Nerja, Nerja
Caves at Nerja
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Ranked #16 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 203 reviews

Nerja Caves  Timetables: June 15 to September 15, daily, 10 am-2 pm and 4-8 pm. September 16 to June 14, 10 am-2 pm and 4-6.30 pm. Closed: January 1, May 15. In 1959 five boys... more »

Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves
Museo Automovilistico De Malaga, Malaga
Museo Automovilistico De Malaga
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Ranked #17 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews

Transportation: Take Bus No. 16 from the Alameda Principal. The bus leaves one at a bus stop in front of the Tabacalera. Tell the bus driver that you want to go to Tabacalera... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Teleferico Benalmadena, Benalmadena
Teleferico Benalmadena
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Ranked #18 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Attraction type  Trams
Benalmadena Pueblo (The Old Village), Benalmadena
Benalmadena Pueblo (The Old Village)
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Ranked #19 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 70 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
La Concepcion - Jardin Botanico-Historico de Malaga, Malaga
La Concepcion - Jardin Botanico-Historico de Malaga
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Ranked #20 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
A beautiful 19th century garden full of exotic flowers and ancient Roman statues.
Attraction type  Gardens
Alcazaba, Malaga
Alcazaba
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Ranked #21 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 180 reviews
Owner description: Built between 1057 and 1063, this is probably the most important military fortification remaining from the Hispanic-Arabic... more » Owner description: Built between 1057 and 1063, this is probably the most important military fortification remaining from the Hispanic-Arabic period. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums
Ride Andalucia
Ride Andalucia
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Ranked #22 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews

If you like horses and have a little riding experience - this is the place to go! Ride Andalucia is a new Horse trekking company which will take you from village to village for a... more »

Attraction type  Equestrian Trails
Castillo de Gibralfaro, Malaga
Castillo de Gibralfaro
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Ranked #23 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4 of 5 stars 122 reviews
Attraction type  Castles; Historic Sites
Playa de Burriana, Nerja
Playa de Burriana
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Ranked #24 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 91 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Old Town, Marbella
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Ranked #25 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Malaga Cathedral, Malaga
Malaga Cathedral
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Ranked #26 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4 of 5 stars 130 reviews

Malaga Cathedral In 1487 the Catholic Kings dedicated the Cathedral of Malaga in a building that was a mosque. In 1528 construction was started on the present Cathedral and it... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites
Picos de Mijas, Mijas
Picos de Mijas
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Ranked #27 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Butterfly Park of Benalmadena, Benalmadena
Butterfly Park of Benalmadena
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Ranked #28 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews

Hours: 10 to 19H., daily. http://www.maripo... Transportation: Bus Line 2, Buddhist Temple stop Driving: Take Exit 217 from the A7  The Butterfly Park is also known as the... more »

Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Playa La Carihuela, Torremolinos
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Ranked #29 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Playa El Bajondillo, Torremolinos
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Ranked #30 of 198 Attractions in Costa del Sol
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
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