Beautiful square in Marbella's old town. The name comes from 1941, when the town removed the palm…read moretrees that used to populate this square, and planted orange trees (prior to the palms, there had been chestnut trees). This is one of the most well-known spots along the Costa del Sol. Beautiful place to sit and enjoy the breathtaking architecture and horticulture. Public benches surround the inner part of the square, with cafes along the perimeter. Interesting aesthetic details are all over the place, even the pebble mosaics on the paved ground. Plaza de los Naranjos (Orange Square) is in a walkable zone, so do not try to drive to it. Best to park in a nearby garage and walk through the old town to get there. Worth the walk and the parking fee just to see this lovely square... and the adjacent Plaza De la Iglesia, a very short walk away.

More than a beach city in the south of Spain…read more Yes, it does have 16 beaches, one in the city center. But does offer way more than lazy sunny days relaxing on the beach. It is the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. And full of various cultural sites. I suggest an early morning hike up to Gibralfaro Castle, as the path is not fully shaded and the line for entry can get long. It is one of the largest Arab fortresses in the area. From here you can look out to the Mediterranean, the historic old city and Plaza de Toro de la Malagueta bull ring. On the back side back down in the city is a fabulously preserved Roman theater, the city museum, and the Cathedral de la Encarnation. The entire day can be spent wandering this great old area, with a few stops at small cafes for a snack and occasional coffee or sangria. Food and drink here are affordable and delicious. For unique and incredible fresh grilled seafood, head back down to the beach and enjoy the grilled sardines on skewers.

The best chiringuito I've ever been!!! ¡¡Que pasada!! In Spain there are many chiringuitos (beach…read morebars by the seaside) but Copacabana belongs to another class. Es un chiringuito con estilo y arte, mucho más que un chiringuito!!! It's owned by a former Mr. Universe 2008 but unfortunately he wasn't around when I went there, just his brother and his dad. I love the "camas Balinesas", we sat in one of the Balinese canopy beds and did nothing but just eat, drink, and chillax for the whole day. Staring at the ocean with my favorite Nolasco song in the background and having a glass of tinto de verano with my favorite friends was so priceless!! I was extremely happy with my impulsive decision to come to Costa del Sol at the last minute, coming here really paid off all the hard work I've done for the past few months. This is exactly what I wanted to do!!! To savor the true summer vacation! ¡Olééééééé! Compared to other chiringuitos, this one is more expensive (Expect to spend about 30 Euros) but I recommend splurging!! How often are you in Torremolinos anyways?? Just do it! Even football celebrities like Iker Casillas come here! They make the best "espetos de sardinas", which are skewered sardines roasted over the open fire garnished with sea salt, very typical Andalucian local dish. We also ordered a various fried seafood and shared amongst ourselves. I love their mojitos, the Spanish version contains less alcohol and more fruity than what you get in the States, which is perfect for a light-weight drinker like me. Torremolino beach itself is just OK, the water is cold and not that clear, and the sand is dark and contains lots of pebbles, which I don't like. But for a day in Copacabana, I'll gladly come back to Torremolinos!!!

We were a group of 9. Went there on our first night here. Place was not crowded. The waiters were…read morevery friendly. Great location for a daytime lunch watching the ocean ( we were there at night). Food was good. Big dishes. Reasonable prices.

This is my 1000th Yelp review -- which is suitable because this cave tour was *really cool*! It was…read moreso worth the 10 Euros per person. Really fascinating prehistoric cave drawings and stunning cave formations -- stalactites and stalagmites. We called ahead the day before to reserve a spot for a particular time. The tour lasted 1 hour. Wear good shoes because you have to climb some steps and descend some slippery steps. Don't do this tour in flip flops or heels. Probably not good for toddlers or the frail elderly because of the terrain. The tour guide speaks English and Spanish, and for our group he gave the tour in English because that's the language almost everyone spoke (a couple of Germans but he doesn't speak German).

About thirty thousand years ago, modern man began to paint in Europe. In caves such as Chauvet,…read moreAltamira, and Cueva de las Piletas pictographs from that time period can be seen (though not necessarily by the public). Granted, the number of 30,000 year old pictographs in this cave is limited, but the younger art--12,000-25,000 years old--makes this one of the more significant Paleolithic art sites in the world. Another thing that makes this cave unique is that you can tour it for a paltry sum under the guidance of one of the descendants of the discoverer of the cave, Sr. Bullon. It is truly an authentic experience, with the only improvements being stairs cut into the bedrock of the cave. Lighting is only what is carried in (recommend you bring your own, as the electric lanterns do little other than prevent tripping). The cave contains a good assortment of formations, including flowstone draperies, wedding cakes, and the like. A "living" cave (water still depositing formation), you are rightly asked not to touch anything--no surprise given that this is called the Cave of the Pools after all. The tours are irregularly timed, the best bet is to arrive by 10am. The steep climb to the entrance is test enough of the physical requirements, but be forewarned that the cave is fairly slippery, as caves are wont to be. Caver approved.

Best best best part of Granada. This area has so much to explore and is fairly quiet! Highly…read morereccomend doing a sunset walking tour here to understand the history

Our *favorite* place in all of Granada. The culture here is incredible, and we went back over, and…read moreover again. We took afternoon strolls through the Albaicín, and evening walks for delicious schwarma. We spent mornings drinking tea and evenings enjoying hookah with a group. At the top, there is an overlook of the Alhambra that pictures just can not quite capture how truly beautiful and impressive it truly is.

Plaza De la Iglesia is the square abutting the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación in the…read moreold town part of Marbella. It is not as popular as the adjacent Plaza de los Naranjos, but it is just as beautiful and tranquil, IMO. Not many places to sit, but a few benches are available. Only a couple of cafes on this square, again, not as lively as nearby Plaza de los Naranjos. Plaza De la Iglesia is definitely worth a visit, and a nice sit to take it in, especially in the afternoon sun! As with anywhere in the old town, walking is a must. Cars aren't permitted in the old town, so a nearby parking garage is necessary.