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As recommended by some of our guests...
Aqua Velis (Water Park)
Located at nearby Torre Del Mar, Aqua Velis is one of the largest water parks on the Costa Del region. It has over 20 different rides including an inflatable ring ride, two super-fast slides and several pools, 1 with waves. Aqua - Velis water park great fun for all the family the ideal activity to cool down in the summer heat, numerous slides and pools for all ages including wave machine, opposite El Ingenio shopping complex.
www.freewayspain.com/aquaveliswaterpark.html
12 Miles, around 30 mins. Return to top
Nerja Caves
One of the most famous attractions in Spain must be the Nerja Caves. The Cueva De Nerja is regarded as one of the most historic monuments of the world, with archaeological remains dating back to the Palaeolithic Age (about 20,000 years ago). One of the enormous natural caverns has been transformed into a concert hall where many performances are staged. The cave centre is very well organised and able to cope with the huge amount of visitors it receives each year, including the regular coach trips. You will find an informative visitors centre, a restaurant and bar, gift shop and well organised parking. There is also a play area for children.
www.absoluteaxarquia.com/attractions/cavesnerja.html
18 Miles, around 40 mins drive. Return to top
Tivoli World
You'll find a lot of good reasons to visit Tivoli World, having the experience to enjoy a fantastic day in a unique spot on the Costa del Sol. A world of magic and a visit the whole family will enjoy. You'll enjoy the new exciting rides and a lot of shows at the different squares, tasting all the gastronomic options in our thematic bars and restaurants, while you enjoy the parks superb holiday atmosphere.
An amusement park surrounded by beautiful fountains and gardens, where you'll enjoy from the nostalgic classical attractions to the latest generation or thrilling rides. Every member of the family will experience their own adventure. You can enjoy then using the Tivolino, their local currency, or you can take advantage with the Supertivoli, a bracelet which gives you free access without limits, to all the attractions.
52 miles, 75 mins drive. Return to top
Sea Life
Benalmadena's Sea Life Centre is the first interactive underwater park in Costa del Sol, which takes you on an amazing walk along bottom of the sea. Enjoy an unforgettable experience for the whole family as you explore the wonderful sea creatures of the marine world at Sea Life, Benalmadena. Discover the kingdom of the seahorses and enjoy our colourful tropical fish. Enjoy the biggest collection of sharks in Europe and come face to face with more than 20 species of sharks from around the world.
www.sealifeeurope.com/local/index.php?loc=benalmadena
52 miles, around 75 mins drive. Return to top
The Alhambra Palace, Granada
A World Heritage site and listed as one those must see places! Situated on a hill overlooking Granada, the Alhambra is a sprawling palace-citadel. This comprises of; royal residential quarters; court complexes flanked by official chambers; a bath and a Mosque. The palace was begun in the thirteenth century by Ibn al-Ahmar, founder of the Nasrid dynasty, and was continued by his successors in the fourteenth century. Its most celebrated portions are a series of courtyards surrounded by rooms presenting a varied repertoire of Moorish architecture. The romantic imagination of centuries of visitors has been captivated by the special combination of the slender columnar arcades, fountains, and light-reflecting water basins found within each courtyard. The Lion Court is said to be a physical realisation of Paradise, as described within Islamic poetry. This is well worth a visit and Granada is worth a look too. Described by guests as an unforgettable day out!
www.alhambradegranada.org/default_en.asp
80 miles, around 95 mins by car. Return to top
Baviera Golf
Baviera Golf is an even course characterised by its wide greens with many movements and the great variety of obstacles which offer a big range of strokes and an ideal design for all types of handicap. The variety of holes and the unsurpassable views both to the Mediterranean sea and the mountains contribute to make you enjoy and share an unforgettable day at Baviera Golf. Situated between Algarrabo and Velez Malaga, the Baviera golf course is gaining a reputation as one of the top courses on this coastline. The variety of holes and the unsurpassable views both to the Mediterranean sea and the mountains contribute to make you enjoy and share an unforgettable day at BAVIERA GOLF.
13 miles, around 30 mins by car.
Malaga
It is easy to understand why Malaga City is dubbed the Capital of the Costa del Sol. Since the opening the now acclaimed Picasso Museum in 2003, tourists have been flocking to this and the beautifully refurbished birthplace of the great artist, all neatly located in the heart of the historic city centre. As well as homage to the great Picasso, other great historic monuments include the imposing Baroque Cathedral, popularly known as ‘La Manquita’ (One Armed Woman), referring to its rather lopsided appearance due to the missing east bell tower. High on the hill above the city is the Parador (state run hotel) of great historic importance. It was once a Moorish castle and is a wonderful place to either stay the night or have a long lunch enjoying these privileged surroundings with panoramic views over Malaga city.
http://www.travelinginspain.com/testweb.html
45 Miles and around 50 minutes by car
Gibraltar
The Rock of Gibraltar is located at the entrance of the Mediterranean and connected to Spain by; a sandy isthmus; a ferry to Morocco and flights to London. The subject of repeated conquest and sieges, Gibraltar has been a British Territory since 1704 and ceded forever to Britain by Spain in the Treaty of Utrecht (1713). The locally elected Government of Gibraltar has created a solid economy in offshore finance, shipping, tourism and the Internet rather than the military past. Cigarettes, spirits and road fuel are all duty free and there is even a Morrison’s Superstore! There is much for the tourist to see, along with the dolphins and the famous apes.
http://www.idealspain.com/Pages/Information/GibHistory.htm
123 Miles and around 2 1/2 hours by car (quicker on the toll road at 16 Euro return)
Canillas De Albaida
The Village has a lovely square and a number of good restaurants serving a mixture of International food. You will find a Bank and the local Mini Market for supplies if you do not want to go to the Hypermarket at Velez-Malaga.
Albaida means “white” in Arabic, the name of this village could not be more appropriate. Seen from a distance, the white of its buildings stand out brilliantly against the hill upon which the village sits. The municipality extends to the summits of the Sierra Almijara range and the border with the Province of Granada, southward to near Daimalos, part of the municipal territory of Arenas. more
http://www.thegrapevine.es/village-profiles/the-local-villages/canillas-de-albaida.html
Just 7 minutes drive by car from the Villa. Return to top
Nerja
The heart of Nerja is its spectacular Balcón de Europa, a magnificent promenade along the edge of a towering cliff, once the site of the great Moorish castle, with sweeping panoramic views of the Mediterranean and the small coves and beaches below, against an awesome backdrop of hazy blue mountains. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes here to choose from, and the visitor can hire a horse-drawn carriage to explore the most romantic corner of the town. The town's monuments include the 17th century Church of El Salvador, in a style which is a charming mixture of baroque and Moorish, the beautiful Gardens of Capistrano Playa, which descend to Burriana Beach are a pleasant stroll... more
http://www.andalucia.com/nerja/home.htm
35 Minutes drive by car. Return to top
Frigiliana
Voted the 'prettiest village in Andalucía' by the Spanish tourism authority, Frigiliana is also important from an historical viewpoint. El Fuerte, the hill that climbs above the village, was the scene of the final bloody defeat of the Moors of La Axarquía in their 1569 rebellion. The village is a tangle of narrow cobbled streets lined by whitewashed houses, their wrought-iron balconies filled with planters of brilliant red geraniums. Small plazas provide shady seating while the village bars are popular with visitors who come here to taste the locally produced wine. There are also several excellent shops selling pottery and ceramics, including decorative plates with their distinctive Arab design. more
http://www.andalucia.com/frigilana/home.htm
30 Minutes drive from the Villa. Return to top
Salares
Salares is situated on a hilltop, between two riverbeds and amidst high mountains. Its position has conditioned the form that the village has taken. This means that there is no square in the centre and the streets are short and steep, most of them being formed by steps because of the tremendous differences in level. The houses are extraordinarily beautiful; some of them are whitewashed and others are decorated with tiles depicting different religious images and the Way of the Cross. Calle Puente is the flattest one in the village; it leads to the surrounding area, on the eastern slopes, and to the Roman Bridge, which still crosses over the River Salares, a water course which used to link up to the mule tracks to Alhama De Granada. The name of the village is Latin in origin and comes from "Salaria Bastitanorum," due to the existence of salt beds in the surrounding area at one time. more
http://www.thegrapevine.es/village-profiles/the-local-villages/salares.html
10 Minutes Drive or 15 Minutes walk from the Villa. Return to top
Sedella
Sedella is one of the 31 towns and villages that make up the Ruta Mudéjar, in the Axarquía region. It borders with the municipalities of Alhama de Granada, Canillas de Albaida, Salares, Arenas and Canillas de Aceituno. The mountains drop abruptly to the vicinity of the village, but not before forming deep ravines in which, terrain permitting, there are small pine groves that soften the geographic harshness of the surroundings. Beginning at the village the landscape becomes gentler and one begins to see houses scattered about on some of the hills and brushy areas, fields and pastures alternate with lush, green pinewoods. It has a small number of bars and restaurants that serve authentic Spanish food. more
http://www.thegrapevine.es/village-profiles/the-local-villages/sedella.html
15 Minutes from the Villa. Return to top
Cómpeta
Long known as the pearl of the Axarquía is the town of Cómpeta. Located seven hundred metres above sea level and has stunning views of the surrounding mountains, countryside and the Mediterranean. With over 25 restaurants and bars serving snacks, gourmet meals or traditional Spanish home cooked ‘Tapas’, you are spoilt for choice for places to eat and or to a refreshing drink. A new sports complex is being built, the public swimming pool having just opened to the public, is heated, has a sliding roof and is open all year. Competa is best known to many for the locally produced wine, available both dry and sweet, as well as being plentiful and cheap. One of the most popular annual fiestas is the Noche del Vino (Night of the Wine) on the 15th August which features a programme of flamenco and Sevillana music and dance, plus plenty of free-flowing vino. more
http://www.andalucia.com/province/malaga/competa/home.htm
15 minutes drive from the Villa. Return to top