Marbella is one of the most important Costa del Sol's tourist centres thanks to the high quality of the facilities and services it provides. The town, lies on a beautiful bay, shelters lovely corners of a typically Andalusian flavor, with whitewashed houses and orange trees adorning the streets and squares. An ideal setting for sampling any one of the tasty recipes of the local cuisine.

Festivals
Among the great celebrations that can be enjoyed in Marbella, the procession to Cruz de Juanar on the 3rd of May, the local fairs of San Bernabé on the 11th of June and San Pedro Alcántara on the 19th of October, typical and colourful andalusian fairs, are outstanding. The festivity of Virge del Carmen has also a big interest, it is celebrated on the 16th of July with a maritime procession of a traditional popular flavor.

Marinas
Puerto Deportivo Marbella is located in the centre of the city. It has a maritime club, a sailing school and offers the possibility to practice several water sports. It also has many restaurants.

Puerto José Banús is the largest and most famous marina in Marbella. Built in 1968 by José Banús, the property developer. It is the best yacht marina built in Spain. It is one of the most famous landmarks of the city, with 915 berths for all types of yachts and craft. It also offers visitors a wide variety of restaurants, bars, discos, boutiques, etc. The marina is in addition equipped with major nautical services and represents the first sports and pleasure centre of Marbella.

Puerto Marina La Bajadilla (fishing port and marina) is located in Marbella town.

About 15 km. east of the town centre is the Cabopino marina, a picturesque and attractive harbor. It has many restaurants, bars and shops and beautiful beaches. There is also a nude beach.

Golf
Marbella has 16 golf courses and is a paradise for lovers of this sport. For all your information check www.marbella-golf.com