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

Cosas, lugares y monumentos que tienes que visitar en Nerja

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Esta es la lista de cosas y lugares que tienes que apuntar para tu visita a Nerja. Aquí están las 15 cosas que tienes que visitar en Nerja. Una recomendación elaborada con opiniones de las mejores guías de viaje como es TripAdvisor, booking y el grupo Nerjalovers

1. Las Cuevas de Nerja: Este impresionante conjunto de cuevas es una de las atracciones turísticas más populares de Nerja. Las cuevas tienen una serie de salas y galerías impresionantes con estalactitas, estalagmitas y otras formaciones rocosas.

2. El Balcón de Europa: Este mirador es uno de los lugares más emblemáticos de Nerja, con vistas impresionantes al mar Mediterráneo y a las playas de la zona.

3. Las playas de Nerja: Hay varias playas impresionantes en Nerja, incluyendo la Playa Burriana, la Playa de Calahonda y la Playa de la Torrecilla.

4. El Parque Natural de las Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama: Este parque natural impresionante ofrece una gran variedad de senderos para explorar la naturaleza y disfrutar de vistas panorámicas.

5. El Museo de Nerja: Este museo ofrece una interesante colección de artefactos históricos y arqueológicos, incluyendo restos de la época romana y fenicia.

6. El Mercado Municipal: Este mercado es un gran lugar para explorar la cultura local. Antiguamente era un mercado con una gran variedad de productos frescos. Y en la actualidad es un museo o sala de exposiciones.

7. La Iglesia de la Ermita y plaza de la Ermita: Estan situadas junto al Mercado Municipal en la calle San Miguel.

8. La Iglesia de El Salvador: Esta iglesia histórica es un importante lugar de culto en Nerja, y cuenta con una impresionante fachada barroca.

9. La Plaza de España: Esta plaza es un lugar popular para relajarse y disfrutar de la vida local, con una gran variedad de bares y restaurantes cercanos. La plaza de España esta situada detras del Ayuntamiento de Nerja. Y justo encima del Parking Municipal o Parking Balcon de Europa.

10. Maro, la iglesia de Maro. El pueblo de Maro es un pequeño municipio con mucho encanto. Esta situado a solo 4 km de Nerja. Podemos llegar a Maro facilmente ya que esta situado antes de entrar a la Cueva de Nerja. En el pueblo de Maro encontramos la plaza principal con varios restaurantes y los apartamentos turísticos en Maro.

11. La Playa de Maro: La Playa de Maro es uno de los lugares mas bonitos para relajarse y ver una puesta de sol. Aqui podemos alquilar un kayak y visitar las cascadas de maro. Cerca de la playa de Maro tenemos el hotel Playa Maro. En Maro podemos aparcar en El parking de Maro a la entrada del pueblo y otro parking antes de entrar a la famosa playa de Maro.

12. El Acueducto del Águila: Este impresionante acueducto del siglo XIX es un hito histórico importante en Nerja, y ofrece vistas impresionantes desde la cima.

13. El Museo de la Historia de Nerja: Este museo ofrece una interesante colección de artefactos y documentos que cuentan la historia de Nerja desde la prehistoria hasta la actualidad.

14. El Castillo de Nerja: El castillo ya no existe. Esto es solo alguna de las Torres de Vigías que puedes encontrar en Nerja. Las torres del siglo XIX ofrece vistas impresionantes al mar. Estas impresionantes torres se usaban para vigilar el pueblo de los piratas (Torre de Maro, Torre de Capistrano, Torre del Molino de Papel y Torre de Punta Lara o Torrox). En la Antiguedad en el lugar donde ahora se encuentra el Balcon de Europa existia una de las fortificaciones de la ciudad.

15. Área recreativa “El Pinarillo”: Es un gran lugar para relajarse y disfrutar de la naturaleza. Esta situado a 10 km de Nerja. En el paraje Natural de Sierra Almijara. En esta zona encontramos una gran variedad de senderos para caminar y áreas de picnic.

16. Barco de Chanquete y El Parque Verano Azul: En esta zona encontramos un pequeño parque infantil y zonas de aparcamiento. En el parque Verano Azul encontramos calles con los nombres de los actores de la Serie Verano Azul y el famoso barco de Verano Azul

17. El Jardín Botánico: Este jardín ofrece una gran variedad de plantas y flores locales, y es un gran lugar para explorar la flora y fauna de la zona. Esta ubicado en la Cueva de Nerja. Se puede acceder por la plataforma flotante desde Maro o por la entrada principal de la Cueva de Nerja.

18. El Mirador de Chanquete: Este mirador ofrece vistas impresionantes al Balcon de Europa, al mar y las playas Caletilla y el Salon de Nerja. Es un gran lugar para tomar fotos y disfrutar del paisaje.

19. El Mirador del Cerro Gordo: Este mirador ofrece vistas panorámicas hacia Nerja y hasta la Herradura. y las montañas circundantes, y es un gran lugar para disfrutar de la puesta de sol. Este lugar no esta en Nerja. Hay que ir en coche. Pero está a solo 20 minutos en coche.

Espero que esta lista te haya sido útil para planificar tu visita a Nerja.

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🍓 The best markets near Nerja

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The markets in the area are perfect for buying products or sightseeing.

The Nerja Market

is held every Tuesday in the Almijara Urbanization. There are buses from the center of Nerja. But you can also arrive walking or by Taxi. You can buy a wide variety of local products, fruits, vegetables, clothes, etc. The Nerja Rastro is held every Sunday in the same place.

Here I present some of the markets near Nerja that you could visit:

Frigiliana Market

This market is held every Thursday in the town of Frigiliana, about 7 kilometers from Nerja. It is an ideal place to buy local products, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, handicrafts, clothing and souvenirs.

Torrox Costa Market

This market is held every Monday in the coastal town of Torrox Costa, about 10 kilometers from Nerja. It is an ideal place to buy fresh products, clothes, handicrafts and souvenirs.

Torre del Mar Market

This market is held every Thursday in the town of Torre del Mar, about 20 kilometers from Nerja. It is a great place to buy fresh products, such as fruits, vegetables, fish and meat, as well as other handicrafts and souvenirs.

Algarrobo Costa Market

This market is held every Wednesday in the coastal town of Algarrobo Costa, about 15 kilometers from Nerja. It is an ideal place to buy fresh products, clothes, handicrafts and souvenirs.

Vélez-Málaga Market

This market is held every Thursday in the city of Vélez-Málaga, about 25 kilometers from Nerja. It is a great place to shop for fresh produce, clothing, handicrafts, and souvenirs, as well as enjoy the local culture and life.

Remember that information about the markets can change, so it is better to check the exact dates and times before visiting them.

Los mejores Mercadillos cerca de Nerja

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Los mercadillos de la zona son perfectos para comprar productos o hacer turismo.

El Mercadillo de Nerja se celebra cada Martes en la Urbanizacion Almijara. Hay autobuses desde el centro de Nerja. Pero tambien puedes llegar caminando o en Taxi. Puedes comprar gran variedad de productos locales, frutas, hortalizas, ropa etc. El Rastro de Nerja se celebra cada domingo en el mismo lugar.

Aquí te presento algunos de los mercadillos cerca de Nerja que podrías visitar:

Mercadillo de Frigiliana: Este mercadillo se celebra cada jueves en el pueblo de Frigiliana, a unos 7 kilómetros de Nerja. Es un lugar ideal para comprar productos locales, como frutas y verduras frescas, artesanías, ropa y souvenirs.

Mercadillo de Torrox Costa: Este mercadillo se celebra cada lunes en la localidad costera de Torrox Costa, a unos 10 kilómetros de Nerja. Es un lugar ideal para comprar productos frescos, ropa, artesanías y souvenirs.

Mercado de Torre del Mar: Este mercado se celebra cada jueves en la localidad de Torre del Mar, a unos 20 kilómetros de Nerja. Es un gran lugar para comprar productos frescos, como frutas, verduras, pescado y carne, así como otros productos artesanales y souvenirs.

Mercadillo de Algarrobo Costa: Este mercadillo se celebra cada miércoles en la localidad costera de Algarrobo Costa, a unos 15 kilómetros de Nerja. Es un lugar ideal para comprar productos frescos, ropa, artesanías y souvenirs.

Mercadillo de Vélez-Málaga: Este mercadillo se celebra cada jueves en la ciudad de Vélez-Málaga, a unos 25 kilómetros de Nerja. Es un gran lugar para comprar productos frescos, ropa, artesanías y souvenirs, así como para disfrutar de la cultura y la vida local.

Recuerda que la información sobre los mercadillos puede cambiar, por lo que es mejor comprobar las fechas y horarios exactos antes de visitarlos.

🔥 San Juan festival in Nerja. Live Music and schedules San Juan Nerja 2025

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👉 Events for the night of San Juan in Nerja 2025

This is one of the most beautiful festivals in Nerja. In recent years this festival has changed. Burriana beach is the perfect setting for this festivity in Nerja. Some locals prefer to spend this night on other beaches in the city and in rural houses with swimming pools.

This festival is, along with San Isidro, one of the most deeply-rooted festivals in Nerja.

We celebrate the night of The Night of San Juan. We celebrate this holiday on the night of June 23-24 in many cultures, especially in countries with a Christian tradition. Its origin is related to the pagan celebrations of the summer solstice, which marked the beginning of summer and the arrival of longer days.

Tradition of San Juan in Nerja

  1. Fire and bonfires: People light bonfires on the beach of Nerja. People gather to celebrate the arrival of summer. We burn personal objects or papers with wishes and purposes for the new cycle that begins.
  2. Bathing in the sea: The tradition of bathing in the sea on the night of San Juan symbolizes purification. We bathe in the sea on this night to ward off bad energies and attract good luck.
  3. Desire rituals: Many people take advantage of this moment to perform rituals, such as jumping over waves or collecting water from the sea, with the intention of making their wishes come true.
  4. Community celebration: It is a night of celebration, where friends and family gather to enjoy music, food and company.
  5. Local traditions: We eat typical dishes, “Sardine skewers”. There are concerts on the beach. We swim in the sea.

The Night of San Juan is a festival that mixes pagan and Christian traditions, celebrating the power of fire and water, and marking the beginning of summer in many places.

On which beach is San Juan?

The festival of San Juan in Burriana Beach. But the main festival is on Burriana beach.

  • Location: Burriana beach
  • Day: June 23rd at night

The beaches fill up with people, making bonfires, dancing and having fun to celebrate the arrival of summer.

It is a celebration of San Juan that is very popular in Nerja. The festival is a tradition and festive atmosphere. It is also common to perform rituals such as jumping over bonfires and throwing flowers into the sea.

Where is the main bonfire of San Juan in Nerja?

In the center of Burriana beach.

Bonfire: at 00.00 at night.

It is at that time when it is already the day of San Juan.

San Juan concert in Nerja

Concerts organized on Burriana beach.

In the central area of ​​the beach and very close to the main bonfire.

Tradition of bathing on the beach on the night of San Juan

Bathing on the beach on the night of San Juan. This is a beautiful tradition typical of the San Juan festival.

Traditions at midnight.

  • Wet your feet on the beach
  • The bravest bathe and swim in the sea.
  • Some burn Chinese lanterns.
  • Jump over the bonfire
  • Make wishes.

The San Juan festival is from the 23rd to the 24th. And it marks the beginning of the summer season.

Scheduled events for the night of San Juan in Nerja

As every year, the traditional “Jua” burning will take place at midnight on Burriana beach. Local artists will liven up the evening. The local musical group “Al Alba” will sing traditional songs and liven up the night of San Juan.

The party will start at 10:00 p.m. and the music will continue until 2:00 a.m. in the morning.

People who are going to light fires must read and inform themselves of the regulations approved by the local council and the local police.

Making bonfires on the beach

Ask your local council or police for information.

Information on Coastal Law.

Are you planning to camp? Find out about local laws beforehand. Prohibitions in previous years:

  • Fires, barbecues and burning pallets on the beach.
  • Setting up tents or awnings.
  • Bringing electric generators

There are surveillance, lifeguard and cleaning services to guarantee the safety and well-being of users on the beaches.

Where is the San Juan party?

Burriana Beach Nerja. You can go to the beach during the late night, and enjoy the party, the music and the bars of Burriana. Most of the bars and restaurants on Burriana beach will be open for dinner or a drink.

Traditional Festival of Saint John. (San Juan)

Normally at 00.00h from June 23 to 24. In the first minutes of June 24. (San Juan). You have to take a swim at the beach to start the summer with good luck 🙂

Spectacular Villa with swimming pool in Nerja – BOOK ONLINE ⚡

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This air-conditioned villa has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a bidet, a shower and a hair dryer. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, oven, dishwasher and coffee maker.

In the surroundings you can practice cycling, kayaking in Nerja, or you can book a transfer to the airport. This area is perfect for buying a home in Nerja.

Near the villa there are several places of interest, such as the beaches of Burriana, Carabeillo and Carabeo. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 69 km from Villa Villa Pueblo Jara.

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Spectacular Villa with swimming pool in Nerja – BOOK ONLINE ⚡

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The Villa in Nerja with private pool, terrace and sea views. There is private parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.

This air-conditioned villa has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a bidet, a shower and a hair dryer. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, oven, dishwasher and coffee maker.

In the surroundings you can practice cycling, kayaking in Nerja, or you can book a transfer to the airport. This area is perfect for buying a home in Nerja.

Near the villa there are several places of interest, such as the beaches of Burriana, Carabeillo and Carabeo. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 69 km from Villa Villa Pueblo Jara.

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⚡ Espectacular Apartamento cerca de la Playa Maro y la Cueva de Nerja

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El alojamiento dispone de: lavadora, plancha, cuna hasta 3 años, secador de pelo. Internet (Wifi, gratis). Adecuado para familias. 1 mascota / perro. Amplio piso situado en una zona tranquila de Maro, pero muy cerca de todas las tiendas, restaurantes y la playa.

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

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⭐ See here Apartments with pool in Nerja

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

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