Things to Do on the Costa Del Sol

Bil Bil Castle is a neo-Mudéjar Arabic-style fortress built in 1927, owned by Benalmádena Town Hall since 1980. Its decorative tilework, horseshoe arches, and twin turrets make it a distinctive landmark on the Benalmádena seafront. The building hosts rotating art exhibitions, classical concerts, conferences, and civil wedding ceremonies in its 100-seat courtyard. Free entry lets you explore without commitment. Visit takes 1–1.5 hours. Opening hours are weekdays 9am–2pm and 5pm–10pm, with varied Saturday schedules around events. The interior courtyard is a cool refuge in summer. ✨ Highlights: 🎟️ Free entry ⏱️ 1–1.5 hours; Mon–Fri 9am–2pm and 5pm–10pm 👨‍👩‍👧 Architecture and culture enthusiasts; easy walk from the seafront 📌 Check Benalmádena Town Hall for current exhibitions and event schedule

Parque de la Paloma is a large, free public park in the heart of Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, covering more than 200,000 square metres of landscaped gardens, shaded walking paths, and open green space. 🦜 The park is home to free-roaming animals including ducks, rabbits, peacocks, and parrots, with a peaceful central lake popular with turtles and water birds. Facilities include a striking cactus garden, two children's play areas, a café, and a public library on site — all at no cost. ✨ Highlights: 🆓 Free entry — no tickets, no booking required 🕘 Open daily 09:00–22:00, every day of the year 🦚 Free-roaming wildlife: ducks, rabbits, parrots, peacocks, turtles 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 One of the best-rated free family days out on the Costa del Sol 🌵 Impressive cactus garden with rare specimens 📚 Public library and café on site

Sohail Castle perches on a hilltop in Fuengirola, a 10th-century Moorish fortress built in 956 AD. The stone structure commands views across the Mediterranean and back towards the Sierra de Mijas. Free entry makes it an accessible historical stop, and the castle doubles as an open-air concert venue during summer months. Visit takes 45 minutes to 1 hour. The walk up is moderate but steep in places — it suits history enthusiasts and photographers seeking coastal views. The castle closes Mondays year-round. ✨ Highlights: 🎟️ Free entry ⏱️ 45–60 min visit; closed Mondays 👨‍👩‍👧 History enthusiasts and photographers 📌 Summer concerts held here — check local listings for events

Walk one of Spain's most spectacular restored hiking routes on this full-day guided day trip to the Caminito del Rey. The path clings to near-vertical cliff faces deep inside the Málaga gorge at El Chorro, with restored wooden walkways and steel bridges suspended hundreds of metres above the El Chorro reservoir below. 🏔️ Your expert guide leads the full 7.7-kilometre route at a comfortable pace, sharing the fascinating story of this century-old workers' path — originally built for hydroelectric workers — and the remarkable multi-year restoration that returned it to the public. All safety helmets and harnesses are provided. Suitable for most fitness levels; minimum age applies. ✨ Highlights: ⭐ Rated 4.8 stars on GetYourGuide — one of the highest-rated day trips from the Costa del Sol 🪖 Safety helmet and harness provided — no equipment needed 🏞️ 7.7 km of restored walkways and steel bridges across sheer cliff faces 🚶 Suitable for most fitness levels — guided at a relaxed pace 🌊 Dramatic views of the El Chorro gorge and reservoir throughout 🎟️ Book online in advance — Caminito entry slots are limited and sell out 🚌 Route: Fuengirola ➡️ Benalmádena ➡️ Torremolinos ➡️ Málaga ➡️ El Chorro (Caminito del Rey)

Tucked away in the whitewashed lanes of Pueblo Blanco, TiNNTHAi is Torremolinos' only authentic Thai restaurant, with every dish made fresh daily from scratch. 🌿 The menu focuses on bold, aromatic flavours from Southeast Asia — green curry, Pad Thai, fish cakes, and duck Penang curry are all prepared in-house, with no shortcuts. The restaurant offers both indoor seating and an outdoor terrace in Pueblo Blanco. ✨ Highlights: 🌿 Every dish made from scratch daily — no shortcuts or pre-made sauces 🥜 Gluten-free options available 🛵 Takeaway and delivery offered

BlueSide Skybar is located on the rooftop of Hotel BlueSea Gran Cervantes in central Torremolinos, approximately 500 metres from Bajondillo Beach. The venue serves premium cocktails with views over the city and coast. Seasonal summer operation. ✨ Highlights: 🍹 Premium cocktails — no reservation required 🌅 Panoramic city and coastal views from rooftop 📍 Central Torremolinos, 500m from Bajondillo Beach

Tucked away in the heart of Torremolinos' historic Pueblo Blanco, Havana is one of the Costa del Sol's most beloved cocktail bars — and once you find it, you'll keep coming back. 🍸 Wind your way through the charming old-town alleyways to discover a funky, avant-garde interior framed by beautifully restored arches, opening out onto a stunning wraparound terrace overlooking the Plaza de Los Tientos fountains. Whether you're in a group of friends at the high tables or stealing a romantic corner for two, the vibe here is truly unmatched. Expert mixologists craft divine cocktails, and there's a great selection of wines, beers, and premium spirits to suit every taste. Don't miss the legendary cocktail-making classes — a favourite with locals and visitors alike! 🎉 ✨ Highlights: 🍹 Award-winning cocktails by professional mixologists 🏛️ Gorgeous terrace in the atmospheric Pueblo Blanco 🎓 Cocktail-making classes available — perfect for groups & celebrations 🌈 Gay-friendly and welcoming to all

Cruces de Mayo is one of Torremolinos's most cherished spring traditions — a two-weekend festival in which local brotherhoods and cultural groups compete to create the most elaborately decorated cross displays across the town's plazas. Wooden crosses are adorned with fresh flowers, embroidered mantles and shells, each surrounded by tables of local food and drink for visitors to enjoy. The festival runs across two weekends in May: the first (2–3 May) features displays at Plaza Chiriva and Plaza Vicente Aleixandre, with a children's procession on Sunday 3 May departing from the parish church at 20:30; the second (10–11 May) hosts the Asociación Folclórica Cultural Juan Navarro at the fairground and the Hermandad de San Miguel at Plaza de la Unión Europea. All displays are free to attend. ✨ Highlights: 🌸 Six groups decorate crosses across Torremolinos's main plazas 📅 Weekend 1: 2–3 May; Weekend 2: 10–11 May 2026 🎶 Folk music and traditional food at each display site 👧 Children's procession on Sunday 3 May at 20:30 from the parish church 🆓 Free entry to all displays

Plaza de la Nogalera — the heart of Torremolinos' LGBT+ scene — becomes a nightly open-air concert venue throughout Torremolinos Pride 2026, running from 26 May to 5 June. 🎶 The 2026 programme is headlined by Miss Caffeina, Agoney, and Alba Reche, with a full supporting line-up including Varry Brava, Nebulossa, Danny Beard, La Prohibida, Aiko, E'feme, Falete, and others. Events are hosted by Xenon Spain, Kelly Roller, Jota Carajota, and Sharonne, and the 2026 edition introduces performances by drag kings Marcus Massalami and Ken Panada. Local artisans, food stalls, and equality organisations also fill the plaza throughout the festival period. ✨ Highlights: 🎤 Headliners: Miss Caffeina, Agoney, and Alba Reche 🎭 Drag performances, drag kings, and theatrical shows throughout the festival 🏪 Local artisan market, food stalls, and equality organisations in the plaza 📅 Nightly events: 26 May – 5 June 2026; most concerts free to attend 🌈 Part of the 12-day Torremolinos Pride festival

The Torremolinos Pride Opening Ceremony 2026 marks the official start of one of Spain's largest LGBT+ festivals, taking place on Tuesday 26 May at the Centro Cultural Pablo Ruiz Picasso. 🌈 The ceremony opens with the formal raising of the LGTBIQ+ rainbow flag and the pregón (ceremonial address) delivered by Satín Greco — winner of the fifth edition of Drag Race España and the 2026 official pregonera for Pride Torremolinos. The event launches 12 days of concerts, beach parties, and cultural programming under the theme "Donde se siembra cultura, florece la libertad" (Where culture is sown, freedom flourishes). ✨ Highlights: 🌈 Official LGTBIQ+ flag-raising ceremony 🎤 Pregón by Satín Greco, winner of Drag Race España Season 5 🎭 Held at the Centro Cultural Pablo Ruiz Picasso, Torremolinos 📅 26 May 2026 — opening day of the 12-day Pride Torremolinos festival 🎉 Free to attend

Centro Cultural Pablo Ruiz Picasso hosts the headline concert galas of Torremolinos Pride 2026, with nightly shows during the closing days of the festival. 🎤 The 2026 headline line-up is led by Miss Caffeina, Agoney, and Alba Reche — three of Spain's most celebrated artists — each headlining their own spectacular evening gala. The supporting programme includes Rosalinda Galán, Las Jessis, Danny Beard, Aiko, La Prohibida, Ángelo Néstore, Varry Brava, Nebulossa, E'feme, Falete, and more, alongside performances by drag queens and — for the first time at Torremolinos Pride — drag kings Marcus Massalami and Ken Panada. Each gala is hosted by a rotating team including Iván Gelibter, Estupenda Márquez, Xenon Spain, Pink Chadora, and Kelly Roller. The closing gala follows the grand Pride parade on 6 June and includes a reading of the Pride manifesto at the Cultural Centre. ✨ Highlights: 🎤 Headliners: Miss Caffeina, Agoney, and Alba Reche 🎭 Full supporting line-up of artists and drag performers each night 👑 First Pride edition to feature drag kings: Marcus Massalami and Ken Panada 🏳️‍🌈 Closing gala on 6 June follows the grand Pride parade 📅 Nightly galas: estimated 4–6 June 2026 (provisional — full nightly programme to be confirmed by pridetorremolinos.es) 🎭 Theme: 'Donde se siembra cultura, florece la libertad'