The best advice from Rent A Car for hiring a car in Marbella
What to do in Marbella at your own pace
After collecting your rental car from our Marbella office, you'll find yourself on Avenida Ricardo Soriano, perfectly positioned to discover all the attractions that make this remarkable city so special. Begin with a visit to the castle walls in the heart of the Old Town, where you'll discover the charming Plaza de los Naranjos. Continue to Puerto Banús, just minutes away by car, for luxury shopping, exquisite Mediterranean cuisine, exclusive boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. From there, you can explore the Artola Dunes, located 15km along Marbella's stunning coastline.
If you're a golf enthusiast, don't miss Los Naranjos Golf Club, an internationally renowned course just a few kilometres from the city centre. To cap off your day, drive up to Mirador del Juanar, only 20km from Marbella, where you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views spanning both mountains and coastline.
Relax at Playa de la Fontanilla, perfect for seaside tranquillity right in central Marbella, or visit the exclusive Playa de Nagüeles on the prestigious Golden Mile. For a more natural setting, Playa de Cabopino awaits with its stunning protected dunes and crystal-clear waters.
Visit Marbella's famous marina where you'll find wonderful restaurants serving the Mediterranean cuisine that Marbella is celebrated for, surrounded by all manner of luxury vessels moored in the harbour.
Adventures with your rental car on the Costa del Sol
The freedom of having a car at your disposal makes travel effortless and allows you to explore well beyond Marbella's city limits. San Pedro de Alcántara, with its tranquil charm and direct access to beautiful beaches, is just a short drive away. Equally impressive are the Guadalmina developments, renowned for their luxury properties and world-class golf courses, offering an exclusive glimpse into Marbella's sophisticated lifestyle.
Following the coast westward, Estepona awaits with its flower-filled old quarter, marina, and famous seafront promenade. This destination is perfect for those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere, with quieter beaches and excellent seaside dining options.
You can also visit the famous Caminito del Rey, created in the 19th century with railway and hydroelectric infrastructure and declared a natural area by the Andalusian government in 1989. Part of a UNESCO World Heritage biosphere, it draws hundreds of thousands of visitors a year and lies 57.7km north of Málaga along the Ronda road.
The circuit typically takes 3-4 hours depending on your pace, with general admission of €10. The route is spectacular from start to finish, with dramatic gorges, canyons and a great valley with walls reaching 700 metres deep. With a bit of luck you might spot griffon vultures, golden eagles, wild boar or mountain goats. Not suitable for those with vertigo.
You can also visit the famous town of Setenil de las Bodegas, a designated historic site, where you'll discover its renowned bars and restaurants built into massive mountain rocks.
Don't miss this town, and visit Cuevas del Sol street where houses and restaurants are built into natural mountain cavities — dwellings beneath the canyon rocks. It's the town's most famous street, with an impressive natural limestone ceiling that creates a tunnel-like atmosphere filled with homes and tapas bars.
Don't leave the Costa del Sol without visiting Ronda, where you can discover the famous El Tajo gorge. This beautiful city, with an old quarter dating back to Moorish times, offers wonderful views from its tremendous height, and its 18th-century bullring is one of the city's most outstanding monuments.