Marbella is the ultimate city to visit for a mix of sunny beach vibes and a luxurious Spanish destination. Known for its nightlife, beaches, resorts, and also family fun, there is a lot to see and do for any type of traveller. 

So here is your guide to making the most out of your trip to Spain's famous coastal destination:

### Where to stay 
Marbella has a number of neighbourhoods within which each have very different vibes, but are all worth visiting no matter where you choose to stay.

**Old Town Marbella** is known for its historical and cultural ambience, here you will get a real feel for the Marbella charm. 
**Puerto Banus** is the main harbour area and the place to stay if you are looking for a high-end, exclusive holiday. 
**San Pedro** is another area that is great for a more laid-back, relaxing beach vacation. 
**The Golden Mile** is home to some of the most famous Marbella resorts and is also in a great location near the centre of town. 

Overall, you can't go wrong with Marbella and there is definitely something for everyone, depending on the type of holiday you are looking for!

### Where to eat
**Traditional Mediterranean meal** 
If you love discovering new foods and want a more local foodie experience, go for a traditional meal of seafood, tapas, and paella!

All along the beaches you will find a number of *chiringuitos* (beach-side restaurants or bars) with all the local Marbella foods you will need to try. Some of the most popular dishes include: gambas al pil pil, calamares, espeto de sardinas, gazpacho, and of course, paella. 

**Healthy eating** 
Sometimes we all go a little overboard on the food when we’re on holiday… Luckily Marbella is not lacking in healthy restaurants where you can still have all the indulgence while feeling good!

You can even check out Top City Spot's <a href="https://topcityspots.com/in/spain/marbella/healthy-vegetarian-vegan">list of top healthy restaurants </a> since there are so many to choose from. 

**Other options** 
One thing Marbella is not short of is restaurants for almost any cuisine. Check out the Top City Spots' full <a href="https://topcityspots.com/in/spain/marbella/food-drink">Marbella food and drink guide.</a>

### What to do
**Play golf** 
Marbella happens to be a centre of attraction for golfers. So whether you’re an avid golfer or you’ve never played before, it’s definitely an activity worth fitting into your Marbella itinerary.

<a href="https://topcityspots.com/in/spain/marbella/id/pg-golf-sports-academy-605b60c6d72f4e392932c227">PG Golf </a> is one of the best golf facilities to visit in Spain! 

**Go shopping** 
You can’t really go wrong with shopping in Marbella, as you can find everything from high‑end luxury brands to shopping malls to little boutiques. 

The best mall: La Cañada 
The best department store: El Corte Inglés 
The best local boutique: <a href="https://topcityspots.com/in/spain/marbella/id/nizhoni-612a329b2aa6f8c6ac1c5d9d">Nizhoni</a>

**Hike to the best view in Marbella** 
Take a day to hike Marbella’s famous mountain, La Concha, and get the best all-around view of the beautiful Southern Spain coast. And if you are an avid hiker then don't worry, you won't run out of mountain treks here. 
 
You can even plan guided hikes with <a href="https://topcityspots.com/in/spain/marbella/id/health-first-studio-6064a82cdb0f1a26edee6c24">Health First Studio </a> so that you can enjoy the walk without having to think about the path.

**Clubs and Nightlife** 
Although it's not for everyone, you cannot have a Marbella guide without mentioning its clubs and party atmosphere. 

During the day go to one of the various beach clubs such as Ocean Club and Nikki Beach, where you will find live music, lots of drinks and dancing, and as much partying as you can handle. 

At night, visit Puerto Banus and walk along the harbour strip to find all the famous nightclubs and bars. Here you will also understand the luxurious side of Marbella as you easily spot fancy cars, luxury yachts and designer brands. 

### Additional activities
**Day trips** 
There are so many more destinations along the Spanish coast and near Marbella that are great spots for a quick day or weekend trip. 

Go into Malaga centre for more of a city vibe; Tarifa is one of the favourite beach towns among Marbella locals; Gibraltar is a unique destination as it is a British territory located just 45 mins away from Marbella; you can even drive just several hours and get to Portugal; there are also a number of little Spanish villages worth visiting and so much more!

**Go house hunting** 
Don’t want to leave? No problem! Our list of <a href="https://topcityspots.com/in/spain/marbella/real-estate">top real estate agencies </a> will help you find your perfect Marbella home so that you always have a reason to come back. 

 

Marbella has all the amenities and comfort of a luxurious, modern city but has kept its 'village-like' atmosphere with a stunning old town, great fiestas and superb food options.
The best-known city of the Costa del Sol will delight you with its 320 days of sunshine per year, sandy beaches, nightclubs, luxury venues and family fun.

How to make the most of your trip to Marbella, on Spain's Costa del Sol