Torremolinos
Torremolinos is a beach resort on the Costa del Sol, about 12 km southwest of Málaga, next to the airport. It was one of the first resorts of the Costa del Sol in the 1960s, and it has a long sandy beach, a lively centre and a tradition of nightlife.
It is also a family destination, with water and amusement parks, and a well-known LGBTQ+ scene. Its fishing district, La Carihuela, has seafood restaurants by the sea.
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Cuándo viajar
The beach season runs from May to October. July and August are hot and busy. Winters are mild, and the resort stays open. The Feria de San Miguel in September is the main fair.
Mejor época para viajar: marzo, abril, mayo, junio, julio, agosto, septiembre, octubre, noviembre
Lugares destacados
- Casa de los Navajas is a 19th-century villa, a historic house in the center with a notable interior.
- The Torre de Pimentel is a 15th-century tower in the historic district of Pimentel.
- The Molino del Inca botanical garden is a park with a waterfall and garden.
- Playa del Lido, Playa de los Álamos and El Gato are beaches in the center, and La Carihuela is the fishing district with a promenade.
- The Aqualand water park and the Crocodile Park are family attractions.
- The Calle San Miguel is a pedestrian street with shops and bars, leading to the sea.
Listas destacadas
Torremolinos Must-Sees
Torremolinos features a diverse selection of historical and recreational sites along the Costa del Sol. This list highlights the 15th-century Pimentel Tower and the Neo-Moorish architecture of Casa de los Navajas. For natural escapes, the Molino del Inca botanical garden spans four hectares of springs and exotic plants, while the town's maritime heritage is showcased at Playa de La Carihuela and Bajondillo Beach. The selection also includes established seafood restaurants and family-friendly attractions like the extensive Aqualand water park.
10 lugares
Qué experimentar
- Spend a day on the beach and eat seafood in La Carihuela.
- Walk along the coastal promenade to Benalmádena.
- Visit the Molino del Inca gardens.
- Take the train to Málaga for the old town.
Tours y actividades
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Excursiones de un día
- Málaga (about 12 km): the Picasso Museum, the Alcazaba and the cathedral.
- Benalmádena (about 6 km): a neighbouring resort with a marina and the Stupa.
- Antequera (about 60 km): dolmens and churches.
- Ronda (about 100 km): a town above a gorge.
- Granada (about 130 km): the Alhambra.
Qué explorar
Other places nearby:
- Costa del Sol: Málaga, Benalmádena, Marbella and Mijas.
Cómo llegar
- By air: Málaga airport is about 5 km away, a short taxi, bus or train ride.
- By train: The Cercanías line C1 links Torremolinos with Málaga, the airport and Fuengirola. Long-distance trains are on Renfe from Málaga María Zambrano.
- By bus: Buses link the town with Málaga and the coast.
- By car: The A-7 and AP-7 motorways.
Cómo desplazarse
- On foot: The center and beach promenade are walkable. The center slopes steeply to the sea.
- Train: The C1 line is fast along the coast.
- Bus and taxi: Available.
Conducción
- Is a car worth it?: Not needed for the resort, as trains and buses are good. A car helps for inland excursions.
- Parking: Paid car parks in the center, and crowded in summer.
- Roads: Coast roads are busy in summer.
Gastronomía
The local specialty is fried fish (pescaíto frito) and grilled sardines (espetos), served in beach restaurants in La Carihuela. Try ajoblanco, porra antequerana and boquerones al limón. The Málaga area also produces sweet wine.
Seguridad y salud
Torremolinos is a safe resort, though pickpocketing can happen on crowded beaches and streets. In summer, use sun protection. Look after drinks and valuables at night.
Historia
Torremolinos was a small fishing and farming village with a 15th-century tower, the Torre de Pimentel. In the 1950s and 1960s, it became one of the first tourist resorts of the Costa del Sol, attracting artists, writers and international visitors.
Modern development turned it into a mass-tourism destination, with hotels and apartments along the coast.
Datos del país
Quick practical facts for Spain at a glance:
- Moneda
- euro EUR € · Pago con tarjeta · Ampliamente aceptado
- Teléfonos de emergencia
- 112
- Electricidad
- 230 V · 50 HzTipo C / Tipo F
- Idiomas
- español
- Agua del grifo
- Potable
- Sentido de la circulación
- Derecha
- Prefijo telefónico
- +34
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