Estepona Things To Do

La Rada is the main beach here, with this popular 2.5km Blue Flag stretch of sand ideally located in the middle of town. Here, sun-seekers can make use of the range of facilities, such as sun beds, umbrellas, life guards and showers, and are well-served by the promenade and convenient 'chirguitos' that line the beach - small bars serving food and drink.

 

Windsurfing, jet-skiing, water-skiing and fishing are all available from the lively marina at the end of the beach, with sailing and boat charters available.

 

With numerous courses around the Estepona area, there's plenty of opportunity for a round or two, and the resort is ideally positioned to visit many of the championship courses on the Costa del Sol, including Valderrama and Monte Mayor, as well as the local Estepona Golf Course.

Tennis and cycling are popular pastimes in Estepona, with many courts available in the resort, and mountain bikes available for rent.

 

Estepona is home to one of the best equestrian centres in Spain, with fantastic facilities and first-class instruction. There are plenty of places to hire horses, and the area is ideal for exploring on horseback, with numerous treks and varied rides available for all levels.

 

The Andalucian countryside offers some stunning rural walks, and gives visitors an insight into the history and natural beauty of the area, whilst exploring the hillsides and woodlands dotted with small villages. Organised walks and group hikes are offered for enthusiasts. 

Adventure tours such as off-road jeep safaris and dolphin-watching trips are available, as are quad biking rides and speedboat tours.

The town is home to a bullring, and for those interested in experiencing this very famous part of Spain's heritage, Plaza de Toros hosts regular bullfights in the peak summer season, which remain extremely popular in this part of the country.

 

Selwo Nature Park in Estepona is based on an African safari park, and offers an interesting day out, with its well-designed natural habitats housing rhinos, elephants, lions, bears and birds, and lush botanical gardens. The Waterpark and Zoo at Fuengirola, Sea Life and Tivoli World at Benalmadena are also good family attractions, and not too far away.

 

Places to visit include Ronda, Marbella, Puerto Banus and Granada, with tours to Jerez, Gibraltar and Tangiers available.