Playa De Venus

Marbella beaches are easily accessible yet have an air of remoteness, thanks to the Mediterranean seascape and the foothills and mountains that surround the city. A vacation at one of the Marbella resorts allows visitors to sample 24 different beach environments and all their attendant recreations.

A popular urban beach is Playa de Venus. Aptly named for its beauty, this stretch of sand in Marbella Harbor welcomes tourists and locals to waterfront restaurants, lounge chairs and a children's play area. From its black sandy shore to the white tips of sails and high-priced yachts on the water, this beach promises the height of rest and relaxation.

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Famed for its powdery golden sands, Playa de Nueva Andalucia offers another option for sunbathing or water sports, such as windsurfing or jet skiing. Equipment may be rented on the beach by the hour or day. This beach is near luxury resorts and the exclusive Puerto Banus marina.

For trips outside Marbella, one can venture into the scenic foothills for excitement. Many tourists make the short drive to the town of Mijas, home to a classic Spanish bull ring. Further east, the spectacular setting of Nerja draws visitors to its clifftop promenade, earning the town its nickname, Balcony of the Mediterranean. Both towns are also known for their fine sandy beaches.

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