THINGS TO DO
The best day trips from Marbella by car
Marbella is one of the best bases in Andalusia: mountains, white villages and even another country are all within a day's drive. These are the trips we'd do first, with a car to make the most of them.
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Ronda
The cliff-top town and its dramatic gorge bridge — the scenic mountain drive is half the appeal.
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Caminito del Rey
A thrilling cliff-side walkway above the El Chorro gorge; book the timed entry in advance.
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Mijas Pueblo
A classic whitewashed village with panoramic views, just up the hill from the coast.
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Gibraltar
The Rock, the apes and duty-free shopping — bring your passport for the border.
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Nerja & Frigiliana
The Balcón de Europa and a perfect white village, on the quieter eastern coast.
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Granada
The Alhambra is a long but unforgettable day; book tickets well ahead and start early.
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Frequently asked
For the old town and Puerto Banús you can walk. But the best beaches sit between towns, and the white villages and day trips — Ronda, Mijas, Gibraltar — are awkward by bus. A compact automatic handles the coast road and the climbs comfortably and pays for itself over a few outings.