Fuengirola Travel Guide

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  • El Castillo Sohail.
      El Castillo Sohail.
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      The square at the center Idea.
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  a nice place with a lovely promenade and nice Beach. 


Con

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  It was very windy and cool, not nice for sightseeing. 


In a nutshell

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  Great place ,we will have to come back to. 

 

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Sohail Castle

Sohail Castle, Fuengirola

 6 Reviews  The castle El Castillo Sohail has got an interesting story. It is located on a hill at the outskirt of Fuengirola and is 38 meters above sea level. The Carthaginians and Romans occupied it continuously many centuries ago. On the ruins of these settlements the first buildings were erected at the time... 

Markets

Markets, Fuengirola

 7 Reviews  The market site is really called '' the Fairground '' it is such a large and beautiful site that Iam sure it has many different events held here.What I do know is that Tuesday Market is held here for all sorts of goods for sale like in any market. But on Saterdays the market is a ''Flea Market , or... 

Zoo

Zoo, Fuengirola

 4 Reviews  The Fuengirola NEW Zoo is designed to replicate the natural habitat of each and every one of the animal species living there. Large areas have been created in which water and vegetation take front stage. Rivers, gigantic trees, impressive waterfalls, bamboo-shrouded temples, hanging bridges and... 

Beaches

Beaches, Fuengirola

 6 Reviews  The beaches at Fuengirola are wonderful! Actually, they are the only beaches I've been to in Spain, but I loved them and that's that. The beach here was my first entry into the Mediterranean Sea, a sea that my distant ancestors fished in, swam in, sailed through, maybe even died in. There was an... 

Plaza de la Constitución

Plaza de la Constitución, Fuengirola

 2 Reviews  The Square of PLAZA DE LA CONSTITUCION ,is a beautiful area ,where you can sit down and enjoy a lovely cup of cofffee whilst watching the people go by. Also do not forget to visit the little church on the square 

Paseo Maritimo

Paseo Maritimo, Fuengirola

 3 Reviews  The Promenade PASEO MARITIMO spans practically the entire coastline of Fuengirola, from the area of Sohail Castle to Santa Fe de los Boliches. Los Boliches was originally a fishing village which, thanks to tourism, has grown at an incredible rate. Its originsgo back to the 14th and 15th centuries.... 

Bull Fight

Bull Fight, Fuengirola

 2 Reviews  If you are an animal rights activist, stay away. I wanted to see just one bullfight, but happened to stay for all of them. Got it horribly wrong by whistling when I should not and throwing roses at the wrong time, but hell still enjoyed it. Not something I would do for a second time around, bit too... 

Pueblo Lopez

Pueblo Lopez, Fuengirola

 2 Reviews  I had never been here before, but I loved this old part of Fuengirola, where you transport yourself to the old tyoe of houses, You forget the noise, traffic.... just great We visited at night Photos to come Thanks Eva for showing it to us. 

Tatu Tu

Tatu Tu, Fuengirola

 2 Reviews  Here you´ll find him......The tatoo maker, and believe me, you´ll have fun with guy. This friend of mine has been working here for already 5 years, and now he is the one on the edge, creating the best Tatooes in the area...Say hallo to Mat!!!!! 

Nuestra Señora del Rosario

Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Fuengirola

 2 Reviews  In la Plaza de la Constitución is a pretty little church named Nuestra Señora del Rosario. Unfortunately I did not attend a Mass there, I really should have. The door has a relief of the Apostles Creed, spelled out with pictures and with a few phrases. On my homepage, the main picture is of me in... 

Museum

Museum, Fuengirola

 2 Reviews  It located in the center of town. Just has some artifacts from Roman and Arab times on Suel Hill. It also has info on typical culture of the town. Open Mon.-Sun. Morning and afternoon. Adults 3euro and children 2euro. Children under 10 free. 

Hotels  

Florida Spa

 2 Reviews and 285 Opinions  Great staff, great service and food. Will definitely return as good value for money Stayed half... 

Angela Hotel

 1 Review and 210 Opinions  Hotel Angela is an hotel of beginings of 70's, is in the Paseo Martítimo, in a good location. What... 

Restaurants  

Bojangles: Lovely warm welcome from owners and great food

Bojangles: Lovely warm welcome from owners and great food, Fuengirola

 angelabettington Says:  We were given a really warm welcome by the owners and nothing was too much trouble. We were made to feel very welcome and important even though the cafe bar was very busy. The atmosphere is really relaxing and has a lovely sea view. I could have spent all day there. The food... 

The Sandpiper Restaurant: Excellent seafood

The Sandpiper Restaurant: Excellent seafood, Fuengirola

 PeterVancouver Says:  Probably one of the best restaurants along the beach not only for the price, but also for good value and well presented food.Having visited the town over the past thirty years this could certainl;y be within my top ten restaurants of the area Swordfish. A good size section... 

Nightlife  

Smile bar & lounge: The mother of all party venues!!!

Smile bar & lounge: The mother of all party venues!!!, Fuengirola

 tntipper Says:  Smile bar & lounge is an elegant and stylish bar, its staff are well trained always making sure your drinks are full. The Venue its self is amazing!!! its un like anything in Fuengirola, its definatley a must see.The drinks are very well priced, they do the most amazing... 

Transportation  

TRAVEL IN SPAIN BY TRAIN

TRAVEL IN SPAIN BY TRAIN, Fuengirola

 LoriPori Says:  As Hans and I did not rent a car, we got pretty good at taking the train. We used it a few times and found it quick, easy and inexpensive. The day we went to Fuengirola, we took the local bus in Torremolinos, which brought us to the bus depot and the train station is a short... 

Shopping  

LOCAL SHOPS: FLEA MARKET

LOCAL SHOPS: FLEA MARKET, Fuengirola

 LoriPori Says:  Saturdays, you will find the FLEA MARKET in Fuengirola. This market has vendors selling used items such as clothing, old furniture, antiques and collectibles. There is also a good range of craftwork available. The entrance to the Flea Market is not far from the train... 

Local Customs  

CHURROS --- MMM

CHURROS ---  MMM, Fuengirola

 LoriPori Says:  As promised, Eva took us to her favourite place for CHURROS -- Costa Del Sol. When they brought us our plate of churros, I couldn't help but giggle. They were the funniest looking things, but they were awesome and delicious. No wonder they are a favourite custom.A churro is... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Assault

Assault, Fuengirola

 7719cdj Says:  In summer 2007 I was victim of a violent assault. I was threatened with a glass, punched, kicked, had my head kicked and chased down the road.Basically they kept asking for money, i'd spent all my money and my wallet was in the flat. They didn't belive me even after I turned... 

Tourist Traps  

ALWAYS COUNT YOUR CHANGE

ALWAYS COUNT YOUR CHANGE, Fuengirola

 LoriPori Says:  Update: February 20, 2010Took the train to Fuengirola as I wanted to go to the Saturday Flea Market at the Feria - fairgrounds. It is a short walk from the train station to the fairgrounds.The price was 3,10 Euro per person return. At the ticket booth in Torremolinos I asked... 

Favorites  

fuengirola

fuengirola, Fuengirola

 mikeokslong Says:  great hotel gardenia park , 2nd week oct. festival drunk spanish on hoarse back on a pub crawl great too see, chikitas looking amazing in traditional dress the BEAST book this trip with GRAHAM & DONALD in the harbour or visit www.youtube.combeastfuengirola &see for yourself... 

 
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 If you can't do without your daily fix of football or sport could I suggest a nice little bar in Fuengirola - Delanys. We had a very pleasant lunchtime session... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Hello ~ I will be staying at the Los Amigos Beach Club in Mijas Costa and about 2 miles away from Fuengirola. Does anyone have... 

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A: to see much of anything you really need a car; otherwise you can take the bus up and down the coast,(Malaga, etc.) but they are slow. and I often find that the tours... 

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Fuengirola

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 The most important event in Fuengirola, like in the rest of the villages, is the fair. Fuengirolas Fair is one of the lastest fairs of Spain. Is use to be at the middle of October. At that time you...... 

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Fuengirola with its beautiful promenades.

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  This young lady is Eva , and Eva lives in Fuengirola. We let Eva know that we were coming to visit the area and Eva told us that she would be happy to meet with us ,and we met Eva twice . One time... 

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FUENGIROLA

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 Thursday, March 22, 2001 and Tuesday February 10, 2004 Located south and west of Torremolinos, FUENGIROLA is just a short drive away. Its eight kilometres of coast-line makes it an important tourist... 

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Costa del Sol

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 A sleepy village awoke and now offers you the greatest culinary experiences and bull fighting 

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THE LIGHT AND THE BREEZE, SPECIAL

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 The thing i most like is the food, but of course the light and teh breeze! the combination is perfect! eating in a chiringuito last Friday, the waiter said: we have boquerones, espetos, pimientos....i... 

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