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Marbella and Golden Mile half-day tour with Puerto Banus visit

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Language: German, English, French, Dutch

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Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

You'll discover two contrasting coastal towns in one trip – Marbella and Puerto Banus
There's time to explore the charming old town in Marbella and stop off at Orange Tree Square
The glamour of the Golden Mile, enclave of the rich and famous, is revealed on a scenic drive
You'll have free time in Puerto Banus for admiring the fancy boats and sleek cars
Your tour is led by an expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Marbella and the Golden Mile

What to expect

The charming old town of Marbella and the upscale opulence of Puerto Banus provide a perfect contrast on this trip. Take half a day to discover them both, with plenty of free time to explore. Sonia, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The Golden Mile has been synonymous with luxury since 1954, when Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe opened the Marbella Club Hotel. His exclusive club tempted royalty and other glamorous figures to pay Marbella a visit. Once they began building their own properties in the area, the Golden Mile was born.'

First, you'll explore Marbella's old town, with time for browsing its boutiques and wandering its cobbled lanes. Maybe sip a coffee in the popular Orange Tree Square – the picturesque hub of the old town – fringed by traditional restaurants and cafés. Take a stroll through shady Alameda Park to admire the tiled benches and fountain, see the Dali sculptures along the Avenida del Mar, or take the air along the palm-lined seafront.

We'll then drive along the famous Golden Mile – Dolph Lundgren, Joan Collins, Hugh Grant and Antonio Banderas are just some of the residents here – to the millionaire's playground of Puerto Banus. Check out the luxury yachts moored in the marina or maybe indulge in a spot of designer shopping. Sonia says, ‘This marina was once an old fishing village. The upgrade was designed by Jose Banus with the international jet set in mind.' When you've had your fill of bling, relax by the water's edge for a spot of people, or celebrity, watching.

What's included

Transport
Guide

What to remember

English-speaking guide for all nationalities

Provider

TUI España Turismo, S.L.U, with Tax Number B08089187 and Travel License Number GCMD-4

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Andalusien 2025 :-))
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled as a couple

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
4/5

Sehr schöner Ausflug, hätte mir noch in der Altstadt selbst eine kleine Stadtführung gewünscht oder gemeinsam landestypischen Tapas oder Besuch einer ...
De Ridder Patricia
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5
Rob
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

25 - 34 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

The tour took us around places that we wouldn't have appreciated if we had travelled independently.
Fabrice
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled as a couple

25 - 34 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
4/5
Lorraine Garner
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled as a couple

Great
Overall rated
3/5

Was not enough time to see much the bus ride was great but for 40e is a lot of money for no time to see sights the market place was horrendous it took ...
Muriel
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with a group of friends

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Leuke uitstap ,goede gids ,ze heeft veel vertelt en was interresant

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