Location

Marbella is located on Spain’s southern “Costa del Sol” in the province of Malaga and forms part of the Autonomous Community of Andalusia. The region of Andalusia is famous for its native flamenco music and dance, high quality of life, delicious seafood and tapas, Roman & Moorish past, long beaches and friendly, welcoming inhabitants. If you’re looking for a relaxing, easy-going setting to learn Spanish, Marbella surely fits the bill.

Within Marbella, you can enjoy beaches, leisure ports, shopping and great seafood. On the other hand, if you’re interested in traveling on the weekends, you can discover the fascinating nearby cities of Andalusia: Seville, Cordoba, Cadiz, Granada, the White Towns and much more.

Climate

As its name suggests, the “Coast of the Sun” is an idyllic setting characterized by long, sandy beaches with great weather all year round. The average yearly temperature is 19ºC (66ºF), and Marbella’s mountainous backdrop helps maintain a microclimate so that the weather’s never freezing or stifling hot.

Wondering when you can suit up and hit the beach in Marbella? You can take a swim or lay out as early as May and well through the end of September!

City Character

Marbella is famous as a luxury resort town, but trust us, it isn't all about fancy hotels and shops. Marbella has witnessed the passing of all Spain's important civilizations, from the Visigoths to the Romans, Moors and Catholics. These thousands of years of culture are evident in the city's ancient quarter, the "Casco Antiguo," where you'll also find a lively tapas and bar scene.

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