What to know before visiting Nerja. Typical questions

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Here we have prepared a list of typical questions, queries about Nerja, resolved doubts from other people, advice and tips for your visit to Nerja.

Frequently asked questions from those who visit Nerja

What is the best way to get to Nerja from Malaga airport?

The easiest way to get to Nerja from Malaga airport is to take a direct bus that leaves regularly from the bus station in the center of Malaga. You have to take a train from the airport to the center of Malaga. And then a bus from Malaga station to Nerja. Travel time is approximately one hour.

What is the fastest way to get to Nerja from Malaga airport?

Book a taxi or direct transfer from Malaga airport to your hotel or Airbnb in Nerja. You can reserve a transfer at the best price in the reservation form here. It is paid upon arrival. Book here: Nerja transfers

What are the best beaches to visit in Nerja?

Nerja has several stunning beaches, but the most popular are Burriana, Playa Torrecilla and Playa Calahonda. All of them offer beautiful crystal clear waters and services such as restaurants and hammock rentals. You can also visit the beaches of Calahonda, Carabeo and the Salon on the Balcon de Europa.

What tourist sites can you visit in Nerja?

In Nerja, it is worth visiting the famous Cueva de Nerja, a cave complex with impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations. You can also explore the famous Balcón de Europa, a viewpoint with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. We recommend you book a free tour to get to know Nerja with our local expert guides. Book here for free: NERJA FREE TOURS

What is the best time to visit Nerja?

Nerja enjoys a mild climate all year round, but the best time to visit is usually during spring and early autumn, when temperatures are milder and crowds are thinner. Also the prices of rentals and hotels are cheaper. But, if you visit Nerja in summer. You will see the beaches in all their splendor.

Are there accommodation options in Nerja for all budgets?

Yes, Nerja offers a wide variety of accommodation options to suit all budgets. You can find everything from luxury hotels to cheaper apartments and hostels. To reserve an apartment we recommend you book directly with the owners here – Owners Direct – and to reserve hotels you can see the best options here www.nerjalovers.com/hotels/

Are restaurants open in winter?

Yes, there are restaurants open. Normally some restaurants and hotels close for 1 month for staff rest, cleaning, maintenance. But they don’t all close at the same time. There are always options open to enjoy Nerja.

What is the typical food of Nerja?

Nerja cuisine is based on fresh products from the Mediterranean Sea. The most typical dishes include Pescaíto Frito, a fried fish specialty, and seafood paella. It is also recommended to try the famous muscat wine of the region. Don’t forget to order seafood dishes, paella, sardine skewers, pilpil shrimp, Malaga salad, fried anchovies and ham tapas.

Is it safe to swim on the beaches of Nerja?

Yes, Nerja beaches are generally safe for swimming. However, it is important to take into account the safety instructions and respect the warnings about currents and tides. At some times of the year there are jellyfish warnings. But in general the beaches of Nerja are safe and it is wonderful to swim all year round.

Nerja, Costa del Sol – Photo by @ nerja holiday

Does Nerja have night entertainment options?

Yes, Nerja has a wide range of bars and clubs where you can enjoy live music and a lively atmosphere. The city center is especially known for its vibrant nightlife. You can enjoy bars and summer terraces.

Are there places near Nerja that can be visited on day trips?

Yes, from Nerja you can easily access nearby places such as Frigiliana, a charming white town, and the caves in the town of Maro. It is also recommended to take excursions to the cities of Malaga, Granada and others cities of Andalusia.

What is the best way to explore Nerja and its surroundings?

Nerja is an incredibly walkable city, so the best way to explore it is on foot. You can also rent bicycles or use the local bus service to get around the area. If you want greater freedom of movement we recommend rent a scooter in Nerja.

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🥇 Nerja, one of the 4 best towns in Andalusia according to the British press

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The British press has made a list of the best holiday destinations in Spain. And Andalusia is always among the best destinations. In a list of the 20 most beautiful towns to spend your holidays there are 4 towns in Andalusia.

First of all, we find Sanlúcar de Barrameda, in Cádiz. It was the Spanish Capital of Gastronomy in 2022, it is located in front of the Doñana National Park and next to the mouth of the Guadalquivir River. Near Sanlucar we can visit the Ducal Palace of Medina Sidonia, a Renaissance building declared a Historical-Artistic Monument in 1978 with beautiful patios and gardens and unmissable views of the Guadalquivir.

Tarifa, this is the first position on The Telegraph’s list, the third is occupied by another town in Cádiz, Tarifa. A primarily summer enclave, but throughout the year it is filled with surfers willing to take advantage of its beaches.

Estepona (Malaga). The third Andalusian town that appears on the list of the 20 most beautiful towns in Spain is Estepona, in Malaga. We can visit its beautiful Botanical Garden, walk through its historic center full of white houses decorated with colorful flowers, visit its beautiful beaches or take one of its hiking routes. Also visit nearby towns such as Marbella, Mijas or Sotogrande.

Nerja (Malaga). The last one, also from Malaga, is Nerja. And what can we say about Nerja? Visit the Balcón de Europa, discover the city with the Nerja Lovers tours, enjoy a brilliant sunset on one of its beautiful beaches, walk along the Chillar River… In short, Nerja is an incredible paradise. You can see more photos of Nerja here: photos of Nerja

Sea Gardens Villa Nerja. Spectacular house with garden and private pool in Nerja

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Sea Gardens Villa is a beautiful villa available to book through booking.com. This spectacular villa with an outdoor pool, garden and terrace offers accommodation in Nerja with free WiFi and sea views. This accommodation offers a private pool and free private parking.

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This air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator and a coffee machine, and 3 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. There are towels and bed linen in the villa. The villa offers car rental service.

You can find more recommendations at Nerja Lovers Group. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Burriana Beach, Carabeillo Beach and Carabeo Beach. The airport (Malaga Airport) is 70 km away, and the accommodation offers a paid shuttle service to and from the airport.

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⭐ MÁLAGA, the city of Museums. The best MUSEUMS to visit in MÁLAGA

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Malaga is known for its wide cultural offer, with a wide variety of museums and exhibitions. Below, we detail some of the most notable museums in the city of Malaga.

Picasso Museum Malaga

This museum houses an important collection of works by the famous painter Pablo Picasso. It is located in the Buenavista Palace, on Calle San Agustín, 8. The museum has several exhibition rooms, where you can see works from different stages of the artist’s life. The price of general admission is around 10 euros. It is recommended to book in advance, especially in high season. You can reserve your tickets through the museum’s official website or at the museum’s box office.

Pompidou Center Malaga

This museum is an extension of the famous Pompidou Center in Paris. It is located in the Port of Malaga, on Pier One. The museum exhibits works of modern and contemporary art by internationally recognized artists. The price of general admission is approximately 9 euros. It is recommended to reserve your tickets in advance, as the museum may have limited capacity. You can reserve on the museum’s official website or at the museum’s box office.

Carmen Thyssen Museum Malaga

This museum houses a collection of art from the 19th and early 20th centuries, mainly with Spanish themes. It is located in the Villalón Palace, on Calle Compañía, 10. The general admission price is around 10 euros. It is recommended to reserve your tickets in advance, especially in high season, as the museum may have limited capacity. You can reserve on the museum’s official website or at the museum’s box office.

Malaga Museum

The museum is located in the Customs Palace, in the Customs Square. It houses an important collection of art and archeology, which includes works from Prehistory to the 20th century. The price of general admission is approximately 2 euros. It is not necessary to reserve a ticket, as entry is free for citizens of the European Union and for students under 26 years of age.

Malaga Automobile Museum

The Automobile and Fashion Museum of Malaga is a museum dedicated to automobiles and fashion. The automobile museum is located in the old building of the Royal Tobacco Factory in the Spanish city of Malaga.

Automobiles have always been the social symbol that reflects the evolution of design throughout history. The Automobile and Fashion Museum shows how artistic trends have evolved thanks to vehicle designers such as Ettore, Bugatti, Gordon Buehrig, Giuseppe Figoni, Freestone and Labourdette.

Museum of Popular Arts and Customs

It is one of the oldest private museums in the city of Malaga, the Unicaja Museum of Popular Arts and Customs finds its origins in the sixties, at the same time as the inauguration of the Museum of Fine Arts (1961).

Russian Museum Collection Saint Petersburg Malaga

The Russian Museum Collection center in Saint Petersburg Málaga is a headquarters of the State Russian Museum located in the building of the former Royal Tobacco Factory of Málaga in Spain. It is the first European branch of the Russian institution and its inauguration took place on the 25th. March 2015.

Oxo Video Game Museum Malaga

Museum dedicated to the history of video games. The museum has three full floors: past, present and future of video games. Almost the entire museum is interactive. An experience that will take you back to childhood. The exhibition on the first floor, the temporary ones and the vision of the future of video games on the 3rd floor are incredible. If you come to Malaga it is a highly recommended museum.

Interactive Museum of Music

The MIMMA (Interactive Music Museum) invites the visitor to a dialogue with the exhibition. It has an important collection of musical instruments from all over the world and from all periods. It has “Please play” rooms in which it encourages the public to learn through experimentation, playing the instruments. General admission: €4. Students, over 65 years old and groups: €3

Where to park near the museums in Malaga

As for parking near the museums, Malaga has several public parking lots in the city center. Some of the closest to the museums are the Muelle Uno Parking, the Teatro Cervantes Parking and the Centro Alameda Parking. Prices can vary, but generally range between 2 and 3 euros per hour.

Where to stay near the Museums of Malaga

There is a wide variety of hotels in the center of Malaga that offer different features and amenities. Some nearby hotels include Hotel Molina Lario, Apartamentos Catedral, Hotel AC Málaga Palacio and Hotel Vincci Málaga, Hotel Valeria RoomMate. Hotel prices may vary depending on season and availability. July, August and Christmas the prices are higher. The rest of the year prices are cheaper. It is recommended to book in advance directly with the hotel or through online booking platforms such as Booking.com that offer free cancellation. 👉 Book Hotel In Malaga

Museum prices and schedules in Malaga

It is important to note that prices and hours of museums and exhibitions may change, so it is recommended to check the updated information on the official websites of each museum before your visit. It is also recommended to arrive early to avoid crowds, especially in high season.

Penthouse for rent on Burriana beach, Nerja.

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Penthouse on Burriana beach, Nerja. This spectacular penthouse has 3 bedrooms and has spectacular views. It is a very bright apartment in Nerja.

Apartment with living room with dining table, breakfast bar, TV, international channels, electric heating and air conditioning. Kitchen with oven, dishwasher, 4 ceramic hobs, toaster, electric kettle, microwave, freezer, electric coffee maker. Shower/WC. 2 large terraces 9 m2, south facing position, terrace 9 m2, south facing position and west facing position. Terrace furniture.

Marvelous panoramic view of the sea, the mountains, the sea and the town. The accommodation has a washing machine, safe, iron, high chair, cot up to 3 years, hair dryer. Internet (Wifi, free). Parking space no. 1. Please note: suitable for families. Smoke detector.

You can check the availability of this apartment here, and you can also see the complete list of rental apartments in Nerja. There are many agents and estate agents in Nerja who manage beautiful apartments for rent. You can also book a similar apartment directly with the owner in Nerja. You can more direct properties with the owner in the Nerja Lovers forum.

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Explore Nerja, Places to Visit and Things to See in Nerja

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Things to see in Nerja

This is the list of things and places that you have to write down for your visit to Nerja. Here are the 15 things you have to visit in Nerja. A recommendation made with opinions from the best travel guides such as TripAdvisor, booking and the Nerjalovers group

  1. Las Cuevas de Nerja: This impressive set of caves is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Nerja. The caves have a series of impressive rooms and galleries with stalactites, stalagmites and other rock formations.
  2. The Balcony of Europe: This viewpoint is one of the most emblematic places in Nerja, with impressive views of the Mediterranean Sea and the beaches in the area.
  3. The beaches of Nerja: There are several stunning beaches in Nerja, including Playa Burriana, Playa de Calahonda and Playa de la Torrecilla.
  4. The Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama Natural Park: This impressive natural park offers a wide variety of trails to explore nature and enjoy panoramic views.
  5. The Museum of Nerja: This museum offers an interesting collection of historical and archaeological artifacts, including remains from the Roman and Phoenician times.
  6. The Municipal Market: This market is a great place to explore the local culture. Formerly it was a market with a great variety of fresh products. And today it is a museum or exhibition hall.
  7. The Church of the Ermita and Plaza de la Ermita: They are located next to the Municipal Market on San Miguel street.
  8. The Church of El Salvador: This historic church is an important place of worship in Nerja, and it has an impressive baroque façade.
  9. Plaza de España: This square is a popular place to relax and enjoy local life, with a wide variety of bars and restaurants nearby. The Plaza de España is located behind the Nerja Town Hall. And just above the Municipal Parking or Balcon de Europa Parking.
  10. Maro, the church of Maro. The town of Maro is a small municipality with a lot of charm. It is located just 4 km from Nerja. We can easily reach Maro since it is located before entering the Cueva de Nerja. In the town of Maro we find the main square with several restaurants and the tourist apartments in Maro.
  11. Playa de Maro: Playa de Maro is one of the most beautiful places to relax and watch a sunset. Here we can rent a kayak and visit the Maro waterfalls. Near the beach of Maro we have the hotel Playa Maro. In Maro we can park in the Maro car park at the entrance to the town and another car park before entering the famous Maro beach.
  12. El Acueducto del Águila: This impressive 19th-century aqueduct is a major historical landmark in Nerja, offering stunning views from the top.
  13. The Museum of the History of Nerja: This museum offers an interesting collection of artifacts and documents that tell the story of Nerja from prehistoric times to the present.
  14. The Castle of Nerja: The castle no longer exists. This is just some of the Watchtowers that you can find in Nerja. The 19th century towers offer stunning views of the sea. These impressive towers were used to guard the town from pirates (Torre de Maro, Torre de Capistrano, Torre del Molino de Papel and Torre de Punta Lara or Torrox). In ancient times, in the place where the Balcon de Europa is now located, there was one of the fortifications of the city.
  15. “El Pinarillo” recreational area: It is a great place to relax and enjoy nature. It is located 10 km from Nerja. In the Natural area of Sierra Almijara. In this area we find a great variety of walking trails and picnic areas.
  16. Barco de Chanquete and El Parque Verano Azul: In this area we find a small playground and parking areas. In the Verano Azul park we find streets with the names of the actors of the Verano Azul series and the famous Verano Azul ship
  17. The Botanical Garden: This garden offers a wide variety of local plants and flowers, and is a great place to explore the flora and fauna of the area. It is located in the Cueva de Nerja. It can be accessed by the floating platform from Maro or by the main entrance of the Cueva de Nerja.
  18. El Mirador de Chanquete: This viewpoint offers impressive views of the Balcon de Europa, the sea and the Caletilla and Salon de Nerja beaches. It is a great place to take photos and enjoy the scenery.
  19. El Mirador del Cerro Gordo: This viewpoint offers panoramic views towards Nerja and up to La Herradura. and the surrounding mountains, and it’s a great place to enjoy the sunset. This place is not in Nerja. You have to go by car. But it’s only 20 minutes away by car.

I hope this list has been useful for planning your visit to Nerja.

You can see more photos, videos and more information about Nerja and Maro in the Nerja Lovers Group

🥇 The 10 Best APARTMENTS with ➡ POOL in Nerja, Spain 🏊‍♂️

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Nerja is surrounded by incredible places to book a fantastic vacation. If you are looking for a hotel or apartment with a pool in Nerja, here we are going to recommend the best apartments with a pool to book in Nerja.

Apartments WITH POOL in Nerja

Booking an apartment with a pool in Nerja is the best option to enjoy a family holiday. In Nerja we can find many apartments with swimming pools.

Pool types

Apartments with PRIVATE POOL

If we are looking for intimacy and privacy, we recommend booking an apartment with a private pool. There are many complexes that offer individual apartments with a private pool. This means that the pool is for the exclusive use of the traveler. The apartment is rented with a private pool and the pool is for your private use and enjoyment.

This must be looked at carefully in the booking announcements when reserving, since on many occasions the type of pool that it is is not shown in the advertisement. Here we recommend some ads with a private pool:

Apartments with COMMUNITY POOL

These apartments have a large pool. They are normally apartments located in large urbanizations with a communal pool. In Nerja we can find urbanizations or complexes with large swimming pools. But there are also small residential rental complexes with a small pool. Or tourist apartment buildings with a pool in the garden or a pool on the terrace.

We can find apartments with a communal pool in the most famous urbanizations of Nerja. For example: Apartments in Capistrano Nerja, Apartments in Burriana, Apartments in Almijara, Apartments in Tropicana, Apartments in Punta Lara, or apartments in the Center of Nerja.

Apartments with JACUZZI POOL

If you are looking for an apartment or villa with a jacuzzi we recommend some options in Nerja. There are hotels with a jacuzzi on the terrace and rooms with a jacuzzi in the room. But there are also many hidden gems and apartments with jacuzzis in the garden. The jacuzzis can be of all kinds, overflowing, for 2 people or for 4 people or with views. If you are looking for an apartment with a jacuzzi. You can see here a list of apartments with Jacuzzi in Nerja.

Apartments with infinity pool

The infinitti or infinity pools are spectacular. In Nerja you can find some houses with this type of pool. Checking on booking.com we have found some really incredible houses with infinitti pools. The 3 most spectacular houses are these.

Apartments with OUTDOOR POOL

If you are looking for an apartment in Nerja with an outdoor pool. You can see some of these options in El Capistrano de Nerja, Oasis Apartments in Nerja and Apartments in the center of Nerja. Staying in the center of Nerja in one of our most exclusive apartments is a luxury accessible to everyone. There are apartments with outdoor pools in many areas of Nerja.

Choose the BEST APARTMENT with pool in Nerja

On many occasions they ask us about cheap apartments with a pool or apartments with a pool on the beach, apartments near the beach, in the center of Nerja and/or apartments with a reception. There are all kinds of apartments in Nerja. For this, if you are looking for an apartment with a pool. The best thing is to review the conditions and choose the apartment that you like the most.

To find the best apartment with pool. We give you a list of urbanizations with swimming pools in Nerja, hotels and complexes with swimming pools, villas with private swimming pools. And so you can choose the best apartment according to your needs.

Urbanizations of Nerja with swimming pool

Capistrano Apartments

Tropicana Apartments

Almijara Apartments

Oasis Apartments

Carabeo Apartments

Hotels with pool in Nerja

Hotel RIU Monica Nerja

Marina Hotel in Nerja

Hotel Pearl Marina

Hotel Parador de Nerja

Hotel Balcony of Europe

Villas with private pool

Villas in Capistrano

Villas in the Parador

Villas in Carabeo Nerja

Villa near the Balcon de Europa

Villa Torrecilla Nerja

Apartments WITH POOL direct rent owner

We know many owners in Nerja who rent apartments. If you need help to reserve an apartment with a pool, you can write to us and we will help you. Our purpose is to help you have the best vacation in Nerja.

Agency in Nerja to rent an apartment with pool

If you are looking for a local agency to rent an apartment or villa with a pool. We recommend Nerja Holidays, they have an office in Carabeo street and can help you manage any reservation.

BOOK an apartment with pool on Booking

If you want to find a wide variety of apartments with pools, we always recommend you look at booking.com. You can book directly and at the best price. By clicking here you can see the apartments with pool available on booking: SEE APARTMENTS WITH POOL ON BOOKING.

⭐ Best Winter Rentals in Nerja – Rooms and apartments in Nerja from 450€ / month

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Nerja is a perfect place for a winter retirement holiday. You can rent a cheap apartment for several months. In the Nerja Lovers group you can find very cheap winter rental apartments in Nerja.

Get to know Nerja in winter

Nerja is one of the most visited beach destinations in Spain and Malaga is one of the most touristic cities. This is why if you decide to visit the Costa del Sol or Spain in winter. Nerja is the perfect city to get to know Spanish culture first hand and at the same time visit some of the most emblematic cities and monuments in Spain. From Nerja you can go on excursions, visit museums, tours and trips to the most visited destinations in Spain such as the Alhambra in Granada, Seville, Gibraltar, or the Picasso Museum Malaga. Reserving an apartment in winter in Nerja is ideal for disconnecting in winter

How to get to Nerja from the Airport

Malaga airport is only 60 minutes away by car. Getting to your Airbnb in Nerja will be quite easy.

It is also possible to travel by bus or taxi from anywhere in Spain. Arriving by car is quite easy. Once in Nerja. It is easy to park in winter and move around on foot.

Where to stay in Nerja

Our preferred areas to reserve an Airbnb in Nerja or reserve a winter apartment in Nerja are the following areas:

  • Plaza Cantarero: It is the center of the city. It is close to everything. Supermarkets. Health centers. Bus station and taxi rank. The beaches and the Balcon de Europa are only a 10-minute walk away. It is a perfect area to rent an apartment for 1 or 2 months in winter.
  • Torrecilla Beach. It is a central area and closest to the beaches. We know of highly recommended apartments in this area. Calle el Barrio, Diputacion, Calle Malaga. Plaza los Cangregos, Plaza Cavana… Here you can find shops, restaurants, bars and stores…
  • Calle Carabeo: A quiet neighborhood next to the beach. It is located very close to the city center but the prices tend to be higher..
  • Burriana Beach: Known by almost everyone, Burriana Beach is the perfect neighborhood for everyone looking to enjoy the beach all year round. There are bars and cafes. Eye. This beach is not in the center.

Monuments you have to visit when you have your winter apartment in Nerja

These are some of the essentials on your visit to Nerja:

  • Balcony of Europe
  • Nerja Museum
  • Plaza de España
  • Whitebae Boat
  • Cave of Nerja
  • Torrecilla Beach
  • El Salvador Church

Places to be around for your winter apartment.

  • Carrefour Supermarket
  • Bakeries
  • Shops
  • Neighborhood stores
  • Health Center
  • Dentist
  • Coffee shop
  • Tapas bars
  • Bus stop
  • Taxi rank
  • City bus nearby
  • Nerja Bus Station

If you are looking for an apartment for winter. You can see here the recommended floors. Rooms and apartments for rent from €450/month.

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Can you recommend apartments with a pool in Nerja?

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I am going to visit Nerja this summer. I would like to book an apartment with a pool. Or a complex with a pool in Nerja. Can you recommend apartments with a pool in Nerja?

Yes, to book apartments with a pool we recommend you always book in advance. good apartments are reserved very soon.

You can book in these apartments:

Las Palmeras Apartments in Nerja
Acapulco Apartments in Nerja
Toboso Apartments in Nerja
Apartments Nerja Holidays
Verdemar Apartments
Apartments Tuhillo Nerja

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