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Marbella Old Town & Golden Mile: Private Guided Walking & Drive

Discover the soul behind the glamour — a private guide whisks you through Marbella's flower-draped Old Town, the Plaza de los Naranjos, and along the legendary Golden Mile of palatial villas. History, architecture, and Andalusian charm, entirely at your own pace.

What to expect

Your guide meets you dockside and leads you first into Marbella's medieval Old Town, a labyrinth of whitewashed lanes bursting with bougainvillea. Linger in the orange-tree-lined Plaza de los Naranjos, visit the 10th-century Arab walls, and admire the gilded facades of the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación. Your private vehicle then glides along the Golden Mile, where your guide narrates the stories behind the landmark Marbella Club Hotel and the storied estates of the Costa del Sol elite. End with a private tapas pause at a hand-picked local bar before returning to port.

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VIP Málaga Tours (vipmalagatours.com)
Price on request (private group tours — contact operator directly; typically EUR 300–500 per vehicle for a half-day private experience)
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Good to know

Allow 3–4 hours for a comfortable experience. Request pick-up directly from the Puerto Banús marina entrance to save transit time. Wear comfortable walking shoes — Old Town cobblestones are charming but uneven. Pre-book at least 72 hours ahead; the operator also offers Morocco day trips if your itinerary extends.

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Luxury cruises that call at Puerto Banus — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Seabourn · Seabourn Ovation
16 nights · calls at Puerto Banus
from $9,899
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