Marbella is the jewel of the Costa del Sol 
Marbella is a truly luxurious resort which seems to have it all and is a favourite location with the rich and famous, as well as more ordinary folk who are willing to pay just a little bit extra for southern Spain's answer to St Tropez.

Marbella has a down to earth side as well which can be best appreciated by exploring the back streets in the old part of town. When visiting Orange Square, or "La Plaza de los Naranjos", as it is called in Spanish, you will find stately buildings, small shops, art galleries, bars and restaurants which are alive with activity both day and night. There are numerous excellent restaurants to choose from, ranging from those specialising in cordon bleu to the backstreet Spanish bar where you can experience a huge selection of tapas or taste Serrano ham gently cured by tobacco smoke.
 
If you fancy travelling in style on your own personal horse and carriage in La Alameda park or, if you prefer, stroll on towards the sea along the Avenida del Mar. Many argue that this is one of the most delightful promenades on the Costa, flanked by classy restaurants and free of concrete skyscrapers.

The Marbella coastline stretches along some 26 kilometres of sunny beaches from Guadalmina to Cabopino bathed by the Mediterranean and where you can enjoy traditional fish and seafood favourites like Paella, sardines on a spit, and  fried fish to name but a few. If you feel like some peace and quiet to take time to watch the world go by or read a book the there are two large parks in Marbella which provide some welcome shade. The amphitheatre at Constitution Park is frequently used for concerts and plays in the summer. Casinos, clubs and just about every sporting activity under the sun, few places can match Marbella for world class tennis, sailing and golf. There are also three pleasure craft harbours here. Just west of the town is the world famous Puerto Banus which is the ultimate in coastal charisma The marina is one of the finest you will find anywhere and you can sit at one of the many bars or bistros and enjoy your favourite tipple or dish. It is a shoppers paradise with several of the world renowned fashion houses and boutiques. The port has grown considerably over the years and now includes a casino, commercial shopping centre, department store, and a multi cinema with films shown in their original soundtrack. The nightlife is buzzing here with alfresco bars, piano clubs and discos which are open dusk until dawn.

In and around Marbella there are a number of excellent golf courses for those keen golfers including Las Brisas, Los Naranjos, La Quinta and Dama de Noche to name but a few.

There are also two excellent indoors shopping centres to visit El Corte Ingles and La Canada.

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