If you're new to the area or just want to learn more about the history and culture of the Costa Tropical villages, consider taking a guided walking tour.
These informative tours are given by locals who know the area well. They will not only take you to see the "top sights",
but will also share with you some of their favorite tapas bars and cafes.
As you will see in the list below, the tours range in price. Most are inexpensive, some are even FREE... while others cost a little
more depending on group size and personalization.
FREE Tour of Almuñécar Old Town
- Enjoy the quaint village of Almuñécar by walking through its historic center on this FREE tour. You will visit the Najarra Palace, the Botanical
and Archaeological Park El Majuelo, the Roman ruins of the salt curing factory, the church of the Encarnación, the Moorish castle of
San Miguel... and much more.
Private Tour of Almuñécar ¡You Choose!
- Discover Almunecar's impressive history stemming from the three ancient cultures that once lived here. You will take a
trip back in time, visiting Almunecar's most historic sites: the San Miguel Castle, Church of the Encarnación, the Najarra Palace,
and more.
On this private tour you will have an exclusive guide and can modify your itinerary freely... just for you, your family and friends!
Price: only 70€ (up to 10 people) Duration: 2 Hours Language: Spanish
Guided Tour of the Salobreña Old Town
- Starting in Salobreña's historic center, once inhabited by the Phoenicians, Romans, Muslims and Christians, you will
explore its characteristic winding streets, flower filled corners, whitewashed houses and visit some of its top sites:
the Iglesia del Rosario, the Salobreña Castle,
the Boveda and more...
Price: only 15€ Duration: 2h 30m Language: Spanish
Private Tour of Salobreña ¡You Choose!
- Would you like to discover the charm of Salobreña's historic center with an exclusive guide? In this private tour
you will have a guide dedicated to only you, your family and friends. In addition, you will be able to modify the
itinerary and decide which areas you would prefer to visit.
Price: only 60€ (up to 10 people) Duration: 2h 30m Language: Spanish
Salobreña Self-Guided Tour
- If you like the idea of a tour but would rather go at your own pace, we have the perfect plan for you!
We have put together a self-guided tour that will take you past all the top sites in Salobreña. Just print out our guide and follow along!
Sugar Cane / Rum Tour
- Did you know that the cultivation of sugar cane in Motril dates back more than 1000 years? Learn all about this
agricultural wonder and how it has influenced the historical development of this Costa Tropical village. In addition,
included in this tour is an artisanal sugar and pale rum tasting.
Price: only 15€ Duration: 2h 30m Language: Spanish
Private Tour of Motril ¡You Choose!
- The private tour of Motril will allow you to know the history and main monuments of this town in Granada.
You will have an exclusive guide to discover emblematic places such as the park of the Pueblos de América or the
sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de la Cabeza. Do not miss it!
Price: only 60€ (up to 10 people) Duration: 2h 30m Language: Spanish
Private Tour of Nerja ¡You Choose!
- Discover the history and monuments of the Costa del Sol's easternmost town, Nerja. On this private tour you will visit the
Balcony of Europe, see beautiful coves, as well as the filming locations for the popular Spanish series 'Verano Azul'.
A private tour organized the way you would like it!
Guided Walking Tour of Frigiliana and the 'Lost Village' (Acebuchal)
Frigiliana Half-Day Tour
- Considered to be one of the prettiest towns in Spain, you will be enchanted by this magical village during
this half-day trip from Nerja.
After Frigiliana you will continue north to El Acebuchal (village of ghosts), where its inhabitants fled Franco´s Civil Guard in 1948.
The village remained abandoned until 1998 when one of its original inhabitants restored many of the old homes and buildings.
This tour includes a delicious lunch in one of the area's most popular restaurants.
Price: only 48€ (Lunch Included) Duration: 6h 30m Language: English or Spanish
If you are visiting the Costa Tropical, there is no doubt you should also visit the world-famous cities of Granada and Malaga while you’re here.
Both have numerous options for touring their historic districts that are well worth your time and money... again, some are even FREE!
To make sure you see all the best places these two remarkable cities have to offer, we recommend the following old town tours...
Top Granada Tours...
Alhambra & Generalife Tour
- Discover the incredible history and architecture of the impressive Alhambra, the Generalife and Nasrid Palaces with a
passionate and experienced guide on this tour of one of Spain's most iconic monuments. Built in 1238 by the first Nasrid king,
the Alhambra was later home to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.
Price: only 49€ Duration: 3 Hours Language: English or Spanish
Alhambra Viewpoints & Albaicin Night Tour
- Would you like to enjoy the best views of the beautiful Alhambra palace lit up at night? On this tour you will explore the
historic Albaicin neighborhood as well as
have the opportunity to see and take photos of Granada's most monumental complex from several must-see viewpoints.
Price: only 15€ Duration: 2 Hours Language: English or Spanish
FREE Tour of the Mysteries and Legends of Granada
- Tour the historic center of Granada and the Albaicín neighborhood and discover some of the hidden facets of this incredible city. Hear
stories about the Spanish inquisition, exorcisms, ghosts, and witchcraft in this free tour of the mysteries and legends of Granada...
FREE Walking Tour of Malaga
- Explore Malaga's historic center with a local guide. You will walk along its most famous streets and get to see up close its
most important monuments like the Malaga
Cathedral, the Picasso Birthplace Museum, the Roman Theatre, and the Alcazaba.
Entrance tickets are not included on this tour.
Price: FREE - (
Private Tour only 99€) Duration: 2 Hours - (Private Tour: 3 Hours) Language: English or Spanish
FREE Alcazaba & Roman Theatre Tour
- Immerse yourself in the history of Malaga on this free walking tour of the ancient Roman theatre and the historic
Alcazaba, a fortress from the Muslim period.
You will begin your tour by visiting the Roman theatre and then continue up within the fortified walls of the palace where you will
visit its beautiful Andalusian gardens, some of its most
important rooms, and end the tour at a mirador where you will enjoy incredible
views of the Malaga marina below.
Price: FREE Duration: 1h 30m Language: English or Spanish
