Guidebook for Marbella
Food Scene
Restaurante El Mangaleta
s/n Urbanización Bahía de MarbellaRestaurante Los Sardinales
Avenida del GavieroRice and fish
Trocadero Arena
Taberna Volapié Banús
Hard Rock Cafe
S/N C. Ramón ArecesPizzeria Picasso
Mosh Fun Kitchen
3 Av. del PradoMixed disco-restaurant, it can be a bit noisy
Conrad´s
A variety of food in just one place. Free car parking. opened from the morning to the evening without closing
24 locals recommend
Ambrosía Bistrobar
20 Avenida Hermanos Alvarez QuinteroA variety of food in just one place. Free car parking. opened from the morning to the evening without closing
Great atmosphere, live music and a fantastic terrace. My favourite brunch in town!
293 locals recommend
La Sala Puerto Banús
s/n C. Juan BelmonteGreat atmosphere, live music and a fantastic terrace. My favourite brunch in town!
Naga Thai Restaurant
Calle Francisco VillalónThai Restaurant, since 2005
Finca Besaya
Beautiful Mediterranean Villa, very romantic and pricey
Great views and food. Diverse menu and tranquil atmosphere. The large wrap around terrace enjoys fantastic views of the golf course, Mediterranean sea and Gibraltar. And just steps from the penthouse!
61 locals recommend
Magna Cafe
s/n Av Calderón de la BarcaGreat views and food. Diverse menu and tranquil atmosphere. The large wrap around terrace enjoys fantastic views of the golf course, Mediterranean sea and Gibraltar. And just steps from the penthouse!
Hidden gem!! Stunning location, romantic atmosphere in the small community La Virginia (lovely small Andalusian town), only worth it if you get a table outside.
72 locals recommend
Restaurante La Tienda
3 Plaza Antonio el jardineroHidden gem!! Stunning location, romantic atmosphere in the small community La Virginia (lovely small Andalusian town), only worth it if you get a table outside.
Fantastic selection of TAPAS ! Authentic Spanish food, evenings only
57 locals recommend
Arco Tapas Bar
14 C. PeralFantastic selection of TAPAS ! Authentic Spanish food, evenings only
Small and pricey restaurant, with 1 Michelin star Calle de Aduar, 12, 29601 Marbella, Málaga
61 locals recommend
Restaurante Skina
12 C. AduarSmall and pricey restaurant, with 1 Michelin star Calle de Aduar, 12, 29601 Marbella, Málaga
Inside golf club restaurant, only dinners, a bit tricky to find. With 1 Michelin star.
54 locals recommend
Restaurante El Lago Marbella
Avenida Marco PoloInside golf club restaurant, only dinners, a bit tricky to find. With 1 Michelin star.
Owned by the most important chef in the south of Spain. Modern and fresh concept in Puente Romano Hotel. Great atmosphere and terrace in summer, nice decoration. They have a restaurant lounge.
201 locals recommend
BIBO DANI GARCIA
s/n Av. Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso de HohenloheOwned by the most important chef in the south of Spain. Modern and fresh concept in Puente Romano Hotel. Great atmosphere and terrace in summer, nice decoration. They have a restaurant lounge.
My favourite japanese restaurant in Marbella. Great for japanese food lovers!! Don't forget to book in advance.
67 locals recommend
Ta-Kumi | Restaurante Japonés - Marbella
4 Calle Gregorio MarañónMy favourite japanese restaurant in Marbella. Great for japanese food lovers!! Don't forget to book in advance.
Drinks & Nightlife
Seven Puerto Banus
La Suite Marbella
It is the maximum exponent of Marbella nights. Decoration and music are incredible. Very expensive, 25€ for a regular drink.
334 locals recommend
Olivia Valere
Km 0.8 Carr. IstánIt is the maximum exponent of Marbella nights. Decoration and music are incredible. Very expensive, 25€ for a regular drink.
Sightseeing
I recommend taking a walk in the old city centre, and don't miss "Los Naranjos" square!
56 locals recommend
Marbella station
S/N Av. Hermanos BlánquezI recommend taking a walk in the old city centre, and don't miss "Los Naranjos" square!
Ronda station
31 C. VictoriaPicturesque city, with its famous bridge over the ridge
Gibraltar
Famous "the rock"
Pedestrian shopping street built in 1891, where the city's most important events are held.
177 locals recommend
Calle Marqués de Larios
Calle Marqués de LariosPedestrian shopping street built in 1891, where the city's most important events are held.
Parks & Nature
Puerto Banus
Beachs lovers, welcomed! Sun and sand ready for you.
Family and youngster beach. The Last beach in Puerto Banús towards the south
73 locals recommend
Laja del Duque
Family and youngster beach. The Last beach in Puerto Banús towards the south
Refugio De Juanar
s/n Sierra BlancaNature and hiking / trekking trails
Amazing hiking trail. Advisable to book tickets online in advance
104 locals recommend
El Chorro-Caminito del Rey station
Amazing hiking trail. Advisable to book tickets online in advance
Arts & Culture
Roman public bathhouse. Just with appointment, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 11:00
36 locals recommend
Roman thermae of Las Bóvedas
Roman public bathhouse. Just with appointment, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 11:00
Río Verde Roman villa Roman villa with high quality mosaics, recently inaugurated. Opens Thursdays and Fridays.
8 locals recommend
Calle Carlos Posac Mon
Calle Carlos Posac MonRío Verde Roman villa Roman villa with high quality mosaics, recently inaugurated. Opens Thursdays and Fridays.
Malaga's Museum More than 15,000 references of archaeology and a wide painting's collection of more that 2,000 pieces. I recommend you taking a look at the "Soldier´s grave" and the Corinthian helmet. Mondays closed Entrance: European citizens, free. Rest €1,5
171 locals recommend
Malaga Museum
Plaza de la AduanaMalaga's Museum More than 15,000 references of archaeology and a wide painting's collection of more that 2,000 pieces. I recommend you taking a look at the "Soldier´s grave" and the Corinthian helmet. Mondays closed Entrance: European citizens, free. Rest €1,5
Picasso Museum Málaga
8 C. San AgustínI recommend buying tickets in advance using their website
Coleccion del Museo Ruso
15 Av de Sor Teresa PratCarmen Thyssen Museum Malaga
Calle CompañíaInteractive Science museum. Kids and adults alike love it!
32 locals recommend
Principia Science Center
6 Av. de Luis BuñuelInteractive Science museum. Kids and adults alike love it!
Shopping
Paseo del Muelle Uno
Paseo del Muelle UnoShops, restaurants and parking next to the sea in Málaga.
Essentials
Mercadona
2 Av. de Bel-AirFarmacia Puerto Banús
S/N Av. de las Naciones UnidasDrugstore
Farmacia Berdaguer 24H
4 Av. Ricardo Soriano24H Drugstore
International Pharmacy 24 Hours
76 Av. Marqués del Duero24H Drugstore