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A destination that surprises

Benalmádena, your window into the Mediterranean

Benalmádena is the brightness of 300 sunny days a year, the blue of the Mediterranean, viewpoints amid green landscapes, and endless plans for everyone. It is history and innovation; —the ideal place for a romantic getaway or a family holiday. 

Its leisure offering ranges from fairs and street markets to food spots where you can try traditional recipes or savour international cuisine. Three areas under one identity - the village, the coast, and Arroyo de la Miel - invite you to enjoy an unforgettable experience as you stroll through white alleyways, beaches, and nature trails. 

Benalmádena is the Costa del Sol destination that can feel like home, while also opening the door to worry-free moments of switching off. Experience Benalmádena your way! 

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One Benalmádena, three stories

Benalmádena brings together three areas with the same essence: the village, the coast, and Arroyo de la Miel. A municipality of nearly 27 square kilometres, from mountain peaks to the beach, that invites you to discover its most iconic places and many other secrets still to uncover: 

Mariposario de Benalmádena - Monowa

In a spectacular Thai-inspired temple, you can wander among more than 1,500 exotic butterflies from around the world that fly freely in a tropical paradise among waterfalls and flowers. You will be able to observe how they are born, how they reproduce and enjoy learning many things about these…

Castillo de Colomares

The Colomares Castle Monument, located in Benalmadena, is one of the most unique cultural spaces on the Costa del Sol. Conceived as a tribute to Christopher Columbus and the spirit of the Discovery of America, it combines Neo-Byzantine, Neo-Romanesque, Neo-Gothic and Neo-Mudejar styles in a…

Jardines del Muro

In the epicentre of Benalmádena Pueblo beats a corner that invites you to stroll, learn more about its history and capture its beauty. This is the Jardines del Muro, a natural area that follows the layout of the medieval wall that existed in the town and that was redesigned in the 80s by the…

Playa de Arroyo de la Miel

It is one of the most popular and visited beaches in Benalmadena and is located next to the also famous Bil Bil beach. A natural environment 300 metres long, with a width of about 80 metres, calm waters and a sandy bottom. Its location, surrounded by leisure alternatives, hotels and beach bars…

Parque de Los Limones

Located in Benalmádena Pueblo, in the place once occupied by the old Los Limones estate and crossing an old irrigation ditch that served water to a flour mill, we find this quiet place where you can walk in a green space located in one of the most beautiful places in the area. Located in one of its…

Teleférico de Benalmádena

The Benalmadena Cable Car is one of the most spectacular panoramic experiences on the Costa del Sol. This unique attraction allows you to ascend comfortably from Benalmadena to the top of Monte Calamorro, offering incomparable views of the Mediterranean coast, the mountains of the province of Malaga…

Escultura La Niña de Benalmádena

The famous sculptor Jaime Pimentel is the author of one of the most important sculptures in the historical legacy of the town, La Niña de Benalmádena. This figure, designed and manufactured in bronze, has become a symbol for residents and tourists since the late 60s. The sculpture represents a girl…

Upcoming events Don’t miss out...

Benalmádena’s calendar is full of plans: concerts, traditional fairs, sporting events, markets, and community initiatives you won’t want to miss. Take note and don’t miss a thing!

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Jun 12

Noche de San Juan

  • 23.06.2026 - 24.06.2026
Jun 23

One Benalmádena, a thousand ways to live it: you choose how

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