Torremolinos

By · Málaga, 🇪🇸 Spania

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.

Torremolinos – Planlegger du en reise?

Bygg reiseplanen din dag for dag i Tripomatic-appen.

Start planleggingen

Beste reisetidspunkt

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.

Beste tid å besøke: mars, april, mai, juni, juli, august, september, oktober, november

Velg en måned

Typisk vær i januar

Bra

15° (føles som 12°) · ekstremer 5°–19°
9° om natten
8 regnværsdager
15 soldager
6 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
16 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 2 · lav

Typisk vær i februar

Bra

16° (føles som 13°) · ekstremer 5°–20°
9° om natten
6 regnværsdager
14 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
15 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 3 · moderat

Typisk vær i mars

Ypperlig

17° (føles som 15°) · ekstremer 7°–22°
10° om natten
7 regnværsdager
16 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
16 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 5 · moderat

Typisk vær i april

Ypperlig

19° (føles som 17°) · ekstremer 9°–23°
12° om natten
6 regnværsdager
17 soldager
9 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
17 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 6 · høy

Typisk vær i mai

Ypperlig

22° (føles som 21°) · ekstremer 11°–27°
15° om natten
4 regnværsdager
22 soldager
11 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
18 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 8 · svært høy

Typisk vær i juni

Ypperlig

26° · ekstremer 15°–30°
18° om natten
1 regnværsdag
26 soldager
12 soltimer per dag
Behagelig luftfuktighet
Stille vind
20 °C · kjølig for en dukkert
UV-indeks 9 · svært høy

Typisk vær i juli

Ypperlig

29° (føles som 30°) · ekstremer 18°–33°
21° om natten
0 regnværsdager
28 soldager
12 soltimer per dag
Fuktig luft
Stille vind
22 °C · kjølig for en dukkert
UV-indeks 9 · svært høy

Typisk vær i august

Ypperlig

29° (føles som 31°) · ekstremer 19°–33°
21° om natten
1 regnværsdag
27 soldager
11 soltimer per dag
Klam, fuktig luft
Stille vind
23 °C · kjølig for en dukkert
UV-indeks 8 · svært høy

Typisk vær i september

Ypperlig

26° · ekstremer 16°–30°
19° om natten
3 regnværsdager
20 soldager
9 soltimer per dag
Fuktig luft
Stille vind
22 °C · kjølig for en dukkert
UV-indeks 6 · høy

Typisk vær i oktober

Ypperlig

22° · ekstremer 13°–27°
16° om natten
6 regnværsdager
17 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Behagelig luftfuktighet
Stille vind
20 °C · kjølig for en dukkert
UV-indeks 4 · moderat

Typisk vær i november

Ypperlig

18° (føles som 16°) · ekstremer 8°–23°
12° om natten
7 regnværsdager
14 soldager
6 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
18 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 3 · moderat

Typisk vær i desember

Bra

16° (føles som 13°) · ekstremer 6°–19°
10° om natten
8 regnværsdager
13 soldager
5 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Stille vind
17 °C · for kaldt å bade
UV-indeks 2 · lav

Klimadata: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Hovedseverdigheter

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.

Utvalgte lister

Michael Muller / CC-BY-SA

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 steder

booking.com

Notable Religious Sites

Torremolinos' religious architecture ranges from the 18th-century Church of San Miguel in the town center to modern structures like the circular Santa María del Mar. These sites reflect the town's evolution from a small fishing village to a coastal destination. Key locations include the Iglesia Virgen del Carmen in the historic La Carihuela district, traditionally linked to the seafaring community, and the Ermita de San Miguel, which serves as the focal point for the annual September pilgrimage through the Pinar de los Manantiales.

5 steder

Parks and Squares

Torremolinos offers a diverse range of green spaces, from the expansive 74,000-square-meter Parque La Batería with its navigable lake and historic artillery bunkers to the 28-hectare Parque Forestal Comandante Benítez, a former military camp. Central urban squares like Plaza Federico García Lorca serve as pedestrian hubs near the town hall, while smaller neighborhood parks like Parque Escultura Familiar and El Olivar provide local recreational space and Mediterranean flora.

17 steder

Opplevelser verdt å få med seg

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.

Turer og aktiviteter

Torremolinos – Kart

Dagsturer

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.

Steder å utforske

Other places nearby:

Costa del Sol: Málaga, Benalmádena, Marbella and Mijas.

Reise dit

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.

Komme seg rundt

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.

Kjøring

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.

Mat og drikke

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.

Frokost

Churros Churros con ChocolateFried dough sticks served with a thick, dark hot chocolate for dipping — a classic Spanish breakfast or late-night snack.

Lunsj

Paella ValencianaA saffron-scented rice dish cooked in a wide, shallow pan. The traditional Valencian version uses chicken, rabbit, and green beans — best eaten at midday.

GazpachoA cold, blended soup of raw tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, originally from Andalusia. Served as a drink or a starter, especially in summer.

Middag

Pulpo a la GallegaBoiled octopus sliced onto a wooden board and dressed with olive oil, coarse salt, and smoked paprika — a signature dish of Galicia.

Småretter og gatemat

Jamón IbéricoDry-cured ham from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, sliced paper-thin and eaten on its own or with bread. The finest grade, jamón ibérico de bellota, is one of Spain's most prized products.

Tortilla EspañolaA thick potato and egg omelette, served warm or at room temperature, found in virtually every bar in Spain. Often eaten as a tapa or a quick meal.

Patatas BravasFried potato chunks served with a spicy tomato sauce or aioli — one of the most common tapas across the country.

PintxosSmall snacks anchored to slices of bread with a toothpick, the Basque Country's answer to tapas. Found in bar counters across San Sebastián and Bilbao, often with elaborate toppings.

CroquetasCrispy breaded cylinders with a creamy béchamel filling, typically made with jamón, bacalà (salt cod), or mushrooms.

Drikke

Rioja Wine Vino de RiojaSpain's best-known wine region produces full-bodied reds from Tempranillo grapes, aged in oak. The crianza, reserva, and gran reserva labels indicate increasing age and complexity.

Sikkerhet og helse

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.

Historie

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.