Costa del Sol
What to do in Benalmadena?
1- Puerto Marina...
Benalmadena Puerto Marina rates amongst the best in the world, proof of which is the fact that it is several times winner of the 'Best Marina in the World' award. With 1,100 moorings for boats of all nationalities and up to 6 meters long, Benalmadena Port - 'Puerto Marina' is one of the Costa del Sol's busiest centres by day and night. For the energetic, the nightlife carries on in sophisticated bars and clubs.
2- Buterfly park
In this spectacular Thai temple, you can walk amongst more than 1,500 exotic butterflies from around the world, flying freely in a tropical paradise between waterfalls and flowers.You will be able to observe how they are born, how they reproduce and enjoy learning many things about these wonderful insects.
3-Colomares castle
Colomares Monument was built and designed by Steven Martin Martin, M.D. from 1987 to 1994 whith the help of two workers and is dedicated to Christopher Columbus and it unifies all architectonic styles: Bizantine, Romanesque, Arabic and Gothic... In brief: a history book carved in stone about the 15th century of Spanish culture, art and unity.
4-Calamorro mountain
Sierra mostly located in the municipality of Benalmádena from where a cable car that climbs to the summit. The summit presents two notable elevations of 771 m. and 767 m. both separated by the Old Port.
At the top, is a recreational area which is a complementary offer of leisure for people who reach the summit by cable car (or the paths that climb to the top). Facilities and activities included in this area for recreation and leisure are net of trails and rest areas, viewpoints, paragliding launch area, downtown Las Aguilas, falconry show, dressage show, astronomical observation area nightlife and restaurant area.
5-Buddhist Stupa
This Buddhist temple was inaugurated in 2003, and at 33 metres tall and 25 metres across the base is the largest in the western world. It is crowned by a golden dome that is visible from the coast between Fuengirola and Benalmádena. The meditation hall has a surface area of 100 square metres and is six metres in height.
It contains murals depicting the most important milestones in the life of Buddha. The paintings were done by artists brought from the Himalayas. This is a Buddhist monument symbolizing harmony, prosperity and peace, and its origins go back some 2,500 years.
6-Bil Bil Castle
An Arabic-style structure that is a glowing red on the outside and decorated with glazed tile and bas-reliefs in the exquisite Nazarite tradition. Fountains, a heritage from the Muslim culture, flank the castle, and its exterior commands magnificent views of the Benalmádena beaches. The Town Hall holds exhibitions, conferences, concerts, various cultural events and civil marriage ceremonies (only on Saturdays) in it.
7-Sea life Benalmadena
Immerse yourself and discover a few centimeters of the fascinating creatures that inhabit our oceans, from the curious stars, the legendary sea sharks that have to move closer to get wet!
See, experience and touch.
8-La Morera Beach
Located between the Torremuelle and Tajo de la Soga, La Morera is one of the most popular beaches during the holiday season thanks to its easy access. There are not many buildings in the surrounding area, which makes it is not much cared of.
It has easy access since the main road runs right alongside the beach and there are ample parking facilities.
9-Palomas park
Parque de la Paloma, or Paloma park, is situated right in the centre of Benalmádena, in Arroyo de la Miel. Covering some 200,000 squaremetres and only 200m from the main coastal road of Benalmádena Costa, or 10 minutes by car from Benalmádena’s old town.
The park is entirely man-made and was opened in the 1980′s. Once you are in, it feels as if you are a World away from mass tourism, and usual tourist trappings. It makes a great/free day out for all the family. The park has a large children’s playground and a lake. It makes a great/free day out for all the family. A beautiful place for a picnic too. Kids just love this park and the playground at the top of the park has a wonderful , huge climbing and activity centre. It also has the normal playground items and a smaller climbing frame for the smaller kids.
10- Costa Boat Charters
The finest charter boats alone are not enough, we understand it takes many more ingredients to create the recipe for a perfect trip.
Costa Boat Charters is a family business, grown from a single catamaran launch in 2006.
We are on-location and specialise in boat charters from Benalmadena, Fuengirola, Cabopino, Marbella, Malaga,Puerto Banus, Estepona, Duquesa and Sotogrande, the 8 ports of the Costa Del Sol.
We have thousands of successful charters under our belt, when it comes to good times and enduring memories - we have the reputation for excellence.
Our aim is boat party perfection.
If you have any questions or queries please contact us or make an inquiry, we are always happy to help.
We communicate with every client and monitor the performance of every service provider.
We only work with proven and established boat operators and suppliers.
We boast multi-level experience, as a customer, owner operator and agent.
We understand every charter is a reflection of our reputation.
Tel: +34 6777 17 315
