Alhaurín de la Torre is a town very close to Málaga. It is famous for its urbanizations and villas, although it still preserves some historical places. The weather is mostly sunny and there are many cultural celebrations throughout the year. It is a highly recommended place to visit.
What to visit in Alhaurín de la Torre?
- Parish of San Sebastián de Alhaurín de la Torre: In the very center of Alhaurin, in the Plaza de la Concepción, stands a church that stands out as the main historical and religious landmark of the town. Its fascinating past involves its construction on the foundations of a mosque, the havoc caused by a devastating earthquake and its subsequent restoration.
- Beloved Oriental Garden: It is a park inspired by the East with numerous pagodas. It is separated by the Arroyo Bienquerido and has bridges that connect the two banks. The park is well preserved and decorated in detail, with a pond with fish and turtles and a waterfall at the entrance. There is also a children’s playground, a Zen garden and exercise machines.
- Duck Park (historic center): The Alhaurin de la Torre Municipal Park, also called “duck park”, is a beautiful place in the town of Alhaurin el Grande, Málaga. It features a duck pond and a variety of trees and plants. It is a quiet destination surrounded by parks.
- Mirador el Lagar: Viewpoint with charming views of the Guadalhorce valley.
- Alamillo Hermitage: This site is considered to be a setting where miraculous events attributed to Saint Francis of Paula occur. Every Wednesday, the faithful carry out the Viacrucis or Via de la Cruz route as a token of gratitude to the patron saint.
- Jabalcuza y Jarapalos: Wonderful hiking trails surrounded by nature.
- Sunview Park: The longest zip line in all of Andalusia is located in Sunview Park, an outdoor entertainment center that offers exciting adventure activities in the town of Alhaurín de la Torre.
What to eat in Alhaurín de la Torre? Gastronomy:
- Cienfuegos Restaurant:Mediterranean food restaurant – Click to see the address
- El Toro Restaurant: Typical Spanish food restaurant – Click to see the address
- La Mexicana Restaurant: Pizzeria and Taqueria – Click to see the address
- Quest Brewery: Brewery and tapas bar – Click to see the address
- Bendito Bocado:Hamburger – Click to see the address
- Distrito 1: Fast food – Click to see the address
- La despensa familiar Restaurant:Typical Spanish food restaurant – Click to see the address
- ManinPasta:Italian food restaurant – Click to see the address
- Casa Peña Restaurant:Typical Spanish food restaurant – Click to see the address
- Cocktail bars and cafes: Monaghan’s pub and Moobi
Places of interest near Alhaurín de la Torre:
- Aqualand (Torremolinos): +/- 11km – Click to see the address
- Torremolinos: +/- 12km – Click to see the address
- Puerto Marina (Benalmádena): +/- 15km – Click to see the address
- Cable car (Benalmádena): +/- 16km – Click to see the address
- La Alcazaba (Málaga Centre): +/- 17km – Click to see the address
- Larios Street (Málaga Centre): +/- 17km – Click to see the address
- Pier 1 (Málaga Centre): +/- 19km – Click to see the address
- Mijas Pueblo: +/- 26km – Click to see the address
- Gibralfaro Viewpoint (Malaga): +/- 28km – Click to see the address
- Bioparc Fuengirola (Fuengirola): +/- 30km – Click to see the address
- Sohail Castle (Fuengirola): +/- 30km – Click to see the address
- Caminito del Rey: +/- 52km – Click to see the address
- Marbella: +/- 54km – Click to see the address
- Sierra de las Nieves: +/- 55km – Click to see the address
- Torcal de Antequera (Antequera): +/- 56km – Click to see the address
- Puerto Banús (Marbella): +/- 60km – Click to see the address
- The Balcony of Europe (Nerja): +/- 77km – Click to see the address
- Nerja Cave (Nerja): +/- 80km – Click to see the address
- El Tajo de Ronda (Ronda): +/- 100km – Click to see the address
Special dates in Alhaurín de la Torre 2024:
- Carnivals: Feb. 10
- Easter week: March 24 to March 31
- San Juan Fair: June 20 to June 23
- Assumption of the Virgin: August 15th
Where to sleep in Alhaurín de la Torre?
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