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Marbella
Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain
Where Marbella sits, what to see there, and what to book.
- Top sights
- 2
- Bookable experiences
- 339
- Time zone
- Europe/Madrid
Marbella sits in Costa del Sol, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 339 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.
Spain › Costa del Sol › Marbella
What to see in Marbella
Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.
Sample itineraries for Marbella
Built from this guide: the sights in the order visitors book them, the areas with a catalogue of their own, and places within day-trip range. A starting shape, not a researched route — check opening hours before you go.
One day in Marbella
Marbella's most-visited sights
- 1
Day 1
Marbella's most-visited sights
- MorningMarbella Old Town31 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonPaseo Maritimo5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadCaminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del SolTakes about 8 hours.
2 days in Marbella
Marbella's most-visited sights · Day trip to Benahavis
- 1
Day 1
Marbella's most-visited sights
- MorningMarbella Old Town31 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonPaseo Maritimo5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadCaminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del SolTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Benahavis
- Early startHead to BenahavisAbout 15 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
3 days in Marbella
Marbella's most-visited sights · Day trip to Benahavis · Day trip to Malaga
- 1
Day 1
Marbella's most-visited sights
- MorningMarbella Old Town31 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonPaseo Maritimo5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadCaminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del SolTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Benahavis
- Early startHead to BenahavisAbout 15 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Malaga
- Early startHead to MalagaAbout 47 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
5 days in Marbella
Marbella's most-visited sights · Day trip to Benahavis · Day trip to Malaga · Day trip to Antequera · Day trip to Algeciras
- 1
Day 1
Marbella's most-visited sights
- MorningMarbella Old Town31 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonPaseo Maritimo5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadCaminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del SolTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Benahavis
- Early startHead to BenahavisAbout 15 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Malaga
- Early startHead to MalagaAbout 47 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 4
Day 4
Day trip to Antequera
- Early startHead to AntequeraAbout 64 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 5
Day 5
Day trip to Algeciras
- Early startHead to AlgecirasAbout 66 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
A week in Marbella
Marbella's most-visited sights · Day trip to Benahavis · Day trip to Malaga · Day trip to Antequera · Day trip to Algeciras · Day trip to Tarifa · Day trip to Tetouan
- 1
Day 1
Marbella's most-visited sights
- MorningMarbella Old Town31 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonPaseo Maritimo5 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadCaminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del SolTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Benahavis
- Early startHead to BenahavisAbout 15 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Malaga
- Early startHead to MalagaAbout 47 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 4
Day 4
Day trip to Antequera
- Early startHead to AntequeraAbout 64 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 5
Day 5
Day trip to Algeciras
- Early startHead to AlgecirasAbout 66 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 6
Day 6
Day trip to Tarifa
- Early startHead to TarifaAbout 85 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
- 7
Day 7
Day trip to Tetouan
- Early startHead to TetouanAbout 114 km from Marbella — its own guide has what to see there.
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Near Marbella
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What travellers book in Marbella
The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.
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Caminito del Rey Day Trip from Costa del Sol
4.7 (493)8h
Discover the Caminito del Rey with the comfort and security of an organized experience from the Costa del Sol. Our tour includes convenient transportation from Málaga and selected pickup points, allowing you to relax…
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Discover Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas in a Day from Málaga
4.6 (539)9h 30m
We’ll pick you up at your chosen meeting point for the perfect tour to discover the essence of Andalusia in a single day. Sierras, valleys, horses, bulls, white villages, and romance. Departing from Málaga, with no…
from €29.70 / personView details
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Guided Canyoning Adventure Near Marbella (Benahavís River Walk)
4.9 (188)3h
Discover the most exciting outdoor adventure near Marbella Enjoy multiple jumps and one 6m rappel (both optional) Everything included: sturdy high-grip boots, wetsuit & gear – no extra fees Take a splash in +/- 24°C…
from €40 / personView details
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Boat Trip in Fuengirola, Dolphin Watching and Drinks
4.6 (389)2h
Get on board this luxurious yacht and enjoy a fantastic trip from the port of Fuengirola. We will try to see dolphins, although it is not always possible but we will make you have an unforgettable day. Includes drinks…
from €35 / personView details
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Gibraltar Private Tour From Marbella
4.9 (21)7h 30m
Set off on a captivating day trip from Marbella to Gibraltar, where every moment is brimming with excitement and discovery. With private transportation ensuring comfort and ease, enjoy a whirlwind 2-hour tour led by…
from €370 / personView details
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Tangier, Morocco Day Trip from Costa del Sol
3.3 (690)15h
Discover the magic of Morocco on a day trip to Tangier from Costa del Sol. Morocco lies just across the Mediterranean Sea from south Spain, but this North African country feels like a world away! Your full-day adventure…
from €165 / personView details
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