Cosa vedere a Benalmádena

Benalmádena's Essential Treasures

Benalmádena features diverse landmarks ranging from the Colomares Castle, a monument dedicated to Christopher Columbus, to the Enlightenment Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in Europe. The Teleférico cable car ascends to Mount Calamorro for panoramic coastal views, while Selwo Marina and Sea Life provide marine wildlife exhibits. Architectural highlights include the Neo-Arabic Bil-Bil Castle and the Mariposario greenhouse, home to 1,500 butterflies. Family-oriented sites include Tivoli World amusement park and the central Playa de Bil Bil.

Benalmádena's Essential Treasures — Mappa

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Colomares Castle

Castillo de Colomares is a monument, in the form of a castle, dedicated to the life and adventures of Christopher Columbus.

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Teleférico de Benalmádena

This cable car connects the coast to the summit of Mount Calamorro at 771 meters. The peak offers panoramic views of the Costa del Sol and hosts regular birds of prey displays.

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Tivoli World

Amusement park with thrill rides, roller-coasters and water attractions. Plenty of things to do for the whole day.

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Selwo Marina

Selwo Marina is a small marine park located in Benalmádena, Spain. It is the only park of its kind in Andalusia.

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Bil-Bil Castle

Built in distinctive revival style, this mansion is a popular place to have your wedding. There are exhibitions sometimes here, too.

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Benalmadena Butterfly Park

The tropical park boasts more than 1500 butterfly species living in its greenhouse. Come here and you'll be amazed.

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Buddhist Stupa

Europe's largest stupa. The white symbol of enlightenment was built here to promote Buddhist teachings.

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Playa de Bil Bil

A central urban beach known for its dark sand and direct access to the distinctive red-walled Bil-Bil Castle.

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Sea Life

Located at the marina, this interactive aquarium features an underwater tunnel and exhibits housing sharks, rays, and seahorses.