Top Things to do in Benalmadena
The 8 Best Hidden Gems 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. Buddy's Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By 111brian - Coventry, United Kingdom
Found this little gem on a previous visit to the area lovely friendly hosts who made you feel really welcome, spent a couple of hours every evening talking to other holiday makers whilst sampling there drinks, can't wait to go back when in area again.
2. Bar Ole
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 436 reviews
Speciality Drinks Bar, cocktails, mojito's, gin and tonic menu,wines ,beers and spirits
Reviewed By morgank525 - Benalmadena, Spain
Bar Ole is a must, you simply can’t afford to miss it. Great atmosphere, lovely owner (GG) and staff (Abi), delicious cocktails and mocktails, beer on draught, ciders and a WIDE range of Gins to chose from.... what are you still waiting to come and chill at bar ole ? Bar olé has quickly became my local :) I just wouldn’t go anywhere else for my weekly night out :D Here are a few pictures I took of the cocktails I’ve had at bar ole.
3. Flamenco Benalmadena
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 165 reviews
Flamenco Benalmadena is the perfect place for experiencing the real authentic Flamenco in Marbella. Our artists are professionally trained in the city of Seville, where Flamenco was born; thus, we are able to give you a real traditional music experience in the heart of Costa Del Sol. Our shows are performed in the traditional way, which is personal and passionate, as it used to be throughout history. So you can be sure to have an unforgettable experience.
Reviewed By PetriL198 - Helsinki, Finland
We had a fantastic experience with these three artists performing flamenco in a small, intimate place. What a devotion, skill and warmth!
4. L.A Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 75 reviews
Set back from the road with a great sea views set in a square with gardens, a warm welcome with normal bar prices.
Reviewed By davidsE5978ZD - Sheffield, United Kingdom
I have been visiting this bar for the last several years now, whilst holidaying in Benalmadena, always get a warm welcome from owner Leon, who is always friendly to all customers new and old. His regular expat customers are also friendly to holiday makers. Drinks good quality at reasonable prices. Bar and toilets always very clean. Well worth a visit. See you again Leon
5. Prison Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 284 reviews
Prison Island is an adventure for all ages. It's a lot like the successful TV-show "Fort Boyard" or "Crystal Maze" where you use team-work to solve tricky challenges in cells and collect points. All while the clock is ticking.... Gather your friends, form a team and solve the challenging tasks in the prison cells together.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
