Estepona
There have been settlements in Estepona since the stone age, later occupied by the Romans. This all came to an end in the 4th century when the area was destroyed by a large earthquake. Later the Arab Moor's settled in the area until 1457 when Henry IV of Castile captured the town from the Moor's. Now Estepona is a popular holiday resort with twenty one kilometres of sandy beaches which includes two blue flag beaches at La Rada and El Padron.
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This botanical garden is situated close to the town centre and spreads over 1,000 square meters. The gardens contain over 5,000 varieties of plants of which 1,300 are orchids from south America and south Asia all under one roof. For more information and directions to the botanical gardens click / tap the image.
The marina at Estepona is a typical marina with around 440 berths and takes vessel up to 35 metres in length. It is situated west of the town centre. The Marina has restaurants all the way down the the length of the marina offering a wide range of cuisine. Click / tap the Image for more information and directions to the marina at Estepona.
The Bullring at Estepona holds around 17 bullfights a year. It also houses three museums, and holds music concerts in the summer. They share the same entrance and are all free to enter (correct Nov 2019) Click / tap the Image for more information on the bullring in Estepona.
This is a fantastic place to walk around and most certainly on a par with Marbella's old town. Click / tap The image for more information on the Old town in Estepona.
Ruta de Murals
There are over 20 murals dotted around Estepona and although it would take the best part of a day to see them all, it's worth having a look at or at least some of them. The art work is amazing. Click / tap the image. For more information on the murals in Estepona.
Estepona beach
Estepona boasts 21 kilometre' of beaches including two award winning blue flag beaches. Click / tap the image for more information on Estepona's beaches.
There are two outdoor markets in Estepona on Tuesday and Sunday. Click / tap the image for more information on the outdoor markets at Estepona.
The main tourist information centre is in the old town. There is a small kiosk on the the promenade open during the summer months. Click / tap the image for more information and directions on the Tourist information centre in Estepona.
Some of the best tours in and around Estepona including the Bike / scooter hire, jet ski hire & tours around the town. For more information, prices & tickets click / tap the Image.
Some of the best tours from Estepona Including Gibraltar , Alhambra palace & Seville. For more information, prices & tickets click / tap the image.
Pro's:
Estepona is a great holiday resort, load's to see load's to do, Blue flag beaches and easily as good as Marbella but a bit cheaper. The town is being promoted as the new Marbella. Great for Families and couples. An all round great resort.
Con's
Over an hour from the airport. Not on the trainline.
Synopsis:
This is a great holiday resort all-round, it's an hour away from the airport but.....so what.
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