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The 10 Best Things to do in Benalmadena, Andalucia
While most visitors choose Benalmadena for its glorious beaches, there are plenty of other attractions to keep your family amused. Take a trip out to sea on a boat or a ferry; you can even go whale and dolphin watching. A cable car ride would make a welcome change, or perhaps a visit to Bil Bil Castle. The castle is distinctive with its Arabian architecture, and it hosts concerts as well as art exhibitions. Visit the Sea Life Centre, where you can walk through the transparent tunnels in the underwater park or watch feeding demonstrations; the centre even has a mini golf course. At the end of a relaxing day, Benalmadena becomes a great place for nightlife. Whatever kind of cuisine you are looking for, you are sure to find a restaurant that will suit your family's tastes.
Restaurants in Benalmadena
1. Benalmadena Pueblo (The Old Village)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,854 reviews
Reviewed By 445catherineh - Luton, United Kingdom
We have visited the Publo on many occasions and it never seems to change it is still as tranquil as ever.. If you like peace and tranquility this is the place for you.The little white houses with bright flowerpots ,quiet narrow streets is wonderful.The view from the top of the Publo are spectacular,looking down over the coast. There are a few little bars and restaurants so no need to go hungry or thirsty. Can't wait to go back.
2. Castillo de Colomares
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,188 reviews
All year open from Wednesday to Sunday. Visit our webpage for further info.
Reviewed By Twotoneskaman
We were staying in Benalmadena Pueblo and this was just a short 15-20 minute walk down hill (but a steep walk back up) from where we were staying.The entrance fee was just €2.00 which was great value and in our opinion was well worth a visit.
3. Plaza Espana Benalmadena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 397 reviews
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
Really nice square with a very well kept fountain in the middle of the square. Nice place to sit out and enjoy the calm.
4. Puerto Marina Benalmadena
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4.5 based on 8,466 reviews
Located on the Costa del Sol, has proven itself as being one of the top marinas in the world. With many restaurants, shopping, attractions and nightlife. It has won the award "Best Marina in the World' several times. The Marina of Benalmadena officially opened in 1979, with the name "Port au Prince" but in1982 was named Puerto Marina Benalmadena. The thing that really stands out about the marina is its unique architecture/design, which has lead to its international recognition especially with our European tourists. Puerto Marina has a huge capacity to moor boats and yachts, with just over 1,000 moorings for boats from many different nationalities. 'Puerto Marina' is one of the Costa del Sol's busiest centres. There are loads of different shops including the shopping centre. On top of it all there is a large choice of quality restaurants. You are spoiled for choice. Fancy a drink or a dance? Or how about hitting a nightclub or pub?
Reviewed By Kesitod - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Excellent Marina , Gorgeous Apartments , Nice Shops and Top Class restaurants, Try out a Dolphin spotting boat trip for €10 or catch a Ferry to neighbouring resorts The Sealife Centre is also housed in the Marina and well with a visit
5. Parque De La Paloma
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4.5 based on 6,564 reviews
Reviewed By janicebF8309ZL
Beautiful park to walk around and there is so much to see and do,the lake is beauitiful and it was great to see turtels in the lake,also all the wild chickens cocks and baby chicks well worth a walk round and stopping at one of the little cafes.
6. Butterfly Park of Benalmadena
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4.5 based on 2,104 reviews
We are located in the heart of the Costa del Sol and only 20 minutes from Malaga. 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.
Reviewed By Kesitod - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
What a wonderful collection of butterfly,.moths and birds ,.very humid and warm inside as it replicates the environment needed for the butterflies, so many different species and fab opportunity to take some cracking pictures , there is also a cafe and toilets onsite and the guided tours are very iteresting
7. Teleferico Benalmadena
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4.5 based on 3,635 reviews
Teleferico Benalmadena (Benalmadena Cable Car) offers an aerial trip which takes you from Benalmadena to the top of Monte Calamorro where you can discover the most exclusive panoramas of the Costa del Sol. On the summit, the Cable Car has a complete range of leisure ideas such as falconry displays where you can enjoy the spectacular flights of birds of prey in unspoiled nature, with species such as the peregrine falcon, golden eagle, eagle owl and griffon vulture. The summit also offers different perfectly marked walking routes and strategic viewpoints for taking in the most spectacular landscapes of the Costa del Sol, the Sierra Nevada and, on clear days, Gibraltar and the coast of Africa. The walk also offers you a broad representation of the botanical wealth of this typical Mediterranean landscape, with species of great ecological interest such as sideritis, rockrose, thyme, lily, apple mint and marjoram.
Reviewed By jameshN7726RB - Ely, United Kingdom
A brilliant adventure about a 15 minute ride upto the top of the mountain in the cable car excellent views and very relaxing at the top a wonderful cafe / restaurant a bird of prey sanctuary with a free show huge wonderful birds of prey up close and personal a great adventurous day out with great walks at the top of the mountain views and sights outstanding brilliant
8. Selwo Marina
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,350 reviews
Selwo Marina, in Benalmadena, is an animal and leisure park that allows visitors to get closer to the representative species of fauna from all around the world and enjoy a wealth of experiences. The Dolphins and Sea Lions Demonstration has beeen designed in a way that visitors can enjoy and learn to respect this great ambassador from the sea world. In addition, there are Exotic Birds demonstrations and talks about the diferents zones and species of the park, as the Amazon, the Tropics or the Saimiri Forest. Visitors have the chance to enjoy a complete programme of interactions involving the most charismatic species of Selwo Marina, with the posibility of Meet the Penguins very close and participate in their feeding, enjoy a Dolphin Encounter experience, Swimming with Sea Lions o even a VIP Tour all around the park. As well, they have the oportunity to get a photo souvenir with the most representative species.
Reviewed By 650gemmaj - Seaford, United Kingdom
A lovely little zoo where the dolphins are the main attraction. The food is a little expensive for what it is so we ate once we had left. We paid extra and got photos with dolphins and watched all the shows it's a good 4 hours of entertainment but you would struggle to spend a day here the animals all look well cared for and staff were friendly over all a lovely experience
9. Buddist Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,075 reviews
Reviewed By IngTomasMoravek - Prague, Czech Republic
I would highly recommend to visit Stupa in Ben Almadena. No matter if you are buddhist or not, you can really feel that something positive is happening on that place. The energy is simply so positive, you can feel it. It is important to know that you go around stupa CLOCK-WISE. You can positive wishes and wishes for your family. You can imagine something positive. The view is really far beyond all the dreams. There has been fresh wind. So, you do not get hot even during sunny days. The place is simply ABSOLUTELY beyond dreams. Fabulous views. Very beautiful inside. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-14:00. And from 16:00 to 18:30. Please, visit. Enjoy. Be happy.
10. Tivoli World
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2,090 reviews
Costa del Sol Fun Park: Rides, restaurants and shows!
Reviewed By Y7288BLpeterm
Go on a friday,because there`s a large street market,in the morning,and the fantastic funfair and shows in the afternoon,also great international food.
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