What to See and Do in Almuñécar - Essential Places and Unique Activities

There are emblematic places in Almuñécar where you can discover the historical roots and culture of this millenary town.


Here, we've selected the most beautiful and interesting places you should see and experience during your visit to Almuñécar.


You'll find interesting suggestions that might surprise you, such as the aquarium, ornithological park, or the cultural activities at Majuelo park.

Castle of San Miguel

The Castle of San Miguel is an ancient Roman fortress, that also held great importance during the Nasrid era in the thirteenth century.

It was rebuilt by Ferdinand the Catholic and during the time of Charles V, the four circular towers were added.

Bombed by the English during the War of Independence against the French, the castle remained in ruins and was converted into a cemetery in the nineteenth century.

Free guided tours are available from Tuesdays to Saturdays at 11:00 and 19:00, offering you the opportunity to delve into the fascinating history concealed within its walls. This is a must-see attraction in Almuñecar.

Castle of San Miguel Opening Times

The Castle can be visited Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 to 13:30. and from 18:30 to 21:00.

On Sundays it opens only in the morning from 10:00 to 13:00. Closed Mondays.

Castle of San Miguel Prices

Admission costs 2.35 euros for adults and 1.60 euros for children and pensioners, and includes the visit to the Archaeological Museum.

Contact Details

Address: Castle of San Miguel, 18690 Almuñécar, Granada. Telephone: 650 027 584 / 607 865 466.

Almuñécar Archaeological Museum - Cueva de los Siete Palacios

The Archaeological Museum is located in the crypt of an ancient Roman temple built in honour of Minerva around the first century BC. It consists of seven vaulted sections, hence its name (Cave of the Seven Palaces).

This museum houses numerous archaeological remains discovered in the Majuelo Park, as well as others found in the Phoenician-Punic Necropolis of Laurita and Puente de Noy, near the beach of San Cristóbal.

However, one piece of exceptional importance stands out above all the rest: the Egyptian Amphora that belonged to Pharaoh Apophis I (sixteenth century BC).

One theory suggests that this object was brought by the Phoenicians a thousand years after its manufacture.

Other objects of interest include a fragment of a statue of Goddess Minerva and remains of grave artifacts.

Archaeological Museum Opening Times

In the morning, opening hours remain the same throughout the year.

Tuesday to Saturday: from 10:00 to 13:30. Sundays: from 10:00 to 13:30.

In the evening, opening hours vary for each season:


The Archaeological Museum is Closed on Mondays.

Almuñécar Archaeological Museum Prices

It's not possible to purchase a single ticket to the museum.

You have to buy a combined visit to the Archaeological Museum and the San Miguel Castle. But both are worth visiting, and it's cheap.

Adults: 4 euros. Children and senior: 2.50 euros. For a group of min 15 people: 2 euros.

Contact Details

Address: Almuñécar Archaeological Museum, Calle Eras del Castillo, 29, 18690 Almuñécar, Granada.

Telephone: 607 865 466 / 650 027 584.

Iglesia de la Encarnación (Church of the Incarnation)

The church was designed by Juan de Herrera, although its tower was built by the Granada artist Diego de Siloé.

It was completed at the beginning of the seventeenth century, making it the first Baroque temple in the province.

On the main altar there is a Visigothic sculpture representing the Virgin of Antiquity, th patron saint of Almuñécar.

Opening Hours

The church may be visited during hours of worship, and there is no entrance fee.

From Monday to Saturday at 20:00, and on Sundays and holidays at 09:00, 12:00, and 20:00.

Contact Details

Address: glesia de la Encarnación, Calle Puerta de Granada, 1, 18690 Almuñécar. Telephone: 958 630 646.

Roman Aqueduct and Hot Springs

It was probably built in the first century AD, with a length of 7 km, of which five sections are preserved.

The last section was discovered at the end of the 1990s, during some works in the Plaza Mayor, and it is believed that underneath it passed a Roman road that went from Linares to Málaga.

Here, too, hot springs from the same period were found. The aqueduct has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest and some of its sections are still used today in traditional irrigation.

It is located on Suspiro del Moro street, and entry is free.

Contact Details

Address: Carretera de la Concepción, s/n. Telephone: 958 838 623.

The Majuelo Botanical Park and Roman Fish Salting Factory

In the historical town center, a relaxed stroll through the park will allow you to appreciate the archaeological wealth of Almuñécar. Here, the remains of an old fish salting factory are preserved, reflecting a flourishing activity in Almuñécar during Phoenician and Roman times.

In this park you will find a magnificent collection of subtropical plants from all over the world. These plants were imported from Central and South America, Africa, the Philippines and New Zealand.

In addition, in summer after sunset, it becomes the cultural and leisure centre of the town, as many concerts and leisure activities are held here.

Majuelo Park Opening Hours

The Majuelo Botanical Park is open daily from 08:00 to 10:00. Free entry.

Majuelo Park Location

The Majuelo Botanical Park is located about half way between the castle and the Town Hall. Address: Avda. Europa s/n.

AquaTropic Water Park

Located on the beach of Velilla, this 35000 m2 water park stands out as the only one offering all the leisure activities of a water park but with seawater.

It features 14 different attractions and slides, including kamikaze waterfalls, zig-zag waterfalls, water pipe waterfalls, wave pools swimming pool, splash swimming pool, black hole waterfalls, etc.

If you get hungry there are several food stalls in the park where food and drinks are reasonably priced.

You can also bring your own food, or you can leave the park and have lunch outside, then come back.

AquaTropic Prices

Entry is 21 euros for adults and 15 euros for children under 12 years old.

The entrance fee is reduced if you enter after 3:00 PM. Additionally, private parking is available for clients at a rate of 5 euros for the entire day.

Additional charges apply for the use of inflatables and beds: dinghies are priced at 8 euros for the entire day, while sun loungers cost 3 euros. Lockers are available for 4 euros.

AquaTropic Opening Hours

It is open every day from June to September between 11:00 and 19:00.

AquaTropic Contact Details

Address: Paseo Reina Sofía s/n. Telephone: 958 632 081.

Ornithological Park Loro Sexi

It is located on the slopes of San Miguel Castle, very close to the Peñón del Santo and the Majuelo Park, LoroSexi Ornithological Park is a landmark on the Costa Tropical, attracting approximately 30000 visitors annually.

Here, you can observe about 100 different species of exotic birds, including parrots, toucans, cockatoos, macaws, swans and peacocks, among many others.

Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of the sea, as the park is situated next to the beach of San Cristóbal.

LoroSexi Prices

Admission costs 4 euros for adults and 2 euros for children. The park is open during the months of July and August.

LoroSexi Contact Details

Address: Pza. Abderramán s/n. Telephone: 958 635 617 and 615 321 462.

Tropical Walk

An enjoyable entertainment option for the holidays.

At Paseo Tropical (Tropical Walk), you can rent bicycles and pedal cars for two or more people to tour the promenade, whether you're enjoying the morning or admiring a beautiful sunset.

It is advisable to avoid any kind of physical activity during the hottest hours of the day.

Tropical Walk Prices

A 6-seater with 4 pedals for 1 hour costs 15 euros, while a 4-seater with 4 pedals costs 12 euros. A 2-seater with 2 pedals costs 9 euros, a 3-seater car costs 10 euros, and karts are available for 5 euros.

If the rental is for only half an hour, prices are 20% lower than for a 1-hour rental.

ID must be presented, and individuals must be of legal age.

Tropical Walk Opening Hours

The Tropical Walk is open in July and August, as well as during certain festivals and bank holidays.

Contact Details

Telephone: 649 565 348. Located near the Aqua Tropic Water Park.

Aquarium of Almuñécar

In the Aquarium of Almuñécar, you will learn about ecosystems and the marine fauna of this part of the Mediterranean.

Recently reformed with the help of the City Council, the Aquarium has reopened its doors, featuring 125 different species, including corvinas, moray eels, groupers, jellyfish, and seahorses.

The main attraction, which garners the most interest, is a panoramic tunnel that passes under the largest oceanarium in Andalusia, holding a million liters of water. This habitat is home to some very special tenants, including sharks, among which the bull shark stands out.

Aquarium Prices

Admission costs 12 euros for adults and 9 euros for children.

Aquarium Opening Hours

Open all year round from 10:00 to 14:00. Evenings from 18:00 to 22:00 in the summer months; in May, September and at Easter from 17:00 to 21:00; and in winter from 16:00 to 20:00.

Aquarium Contact Details

Address: Pza. Kuwait s/n. Telephone: 958 882 735 and 615 321 462.

Tropical Express

This small open-air city tour train will give you the chance to see what the town has to offer. It is also enjoyable for children.

Tropical Express Prices

Tropical Express train trip costs 3 euros.

Opening Hours and Stops

It operates only in the evening at 18:45, 19:45, 20:45, 21:45 and 22:45. The duration of the trip is about 60 minutes.

The train trip begins at Paseo del Altillo near the information point and terminates at the end of the beach of San Cristóbal.

Columbarium of La Torre del Monje

A columbarium in the form of a small tower, belonging to a Roman family likely residing in this area.

It is covered by a barrel vault, and inside, there are rows of niches formed by small stones.

Located 2 km from the city, on the road that runs through the Rio Verde Valley, it also dates back to the period of maximum urban development in the Roman era of Almuñécar, between the first and second centuries AD.

Address: Carretera del Suspiro, 43, 18690 Almuñécar, Granada (Jete-Otívar Road, at 2 km).

Peñon del Santo

This symbolic place in Almuñécar, known as the Peñón del Santo, is a rocky outcrop by the sea crowned by a cross, from which you can enjoy a unique panoramic view of two beaches.

It is believed that this rock was once connected to the castle, as evidenced by the remains of the walls.

At the foot you can see the monument to Abderramán l, an important Umayyad prince who landed on the shores of Almuñécar in 755 to proceed to Córdoba and founded an independent emirate there.

Monument to the Phoenicians

Located on the Paseo del Altillo, near the Peñon del Santo, it is a tribute to the first settlers of Almuñécar, the Phoenicians. It is made of bronze and is the work of the Granada sculptor and goldsmith Miguel Moreno.

Other Activities on Offer in Almuñécar

Taramay Tropical Equestrian Centre: horse riding. Address: Rambla Caballero, s/n. Telephone: 609 568 966.

Yacht Club: Marina del Este. Telephone: 958 827 514.

Windsurfing 'La Herradura': Playa de la Herradura. Telephone: 958 640 143.

La Herradura, the best place to dive in the province of Granada, has impressive cliffs and caves, with several diving centers available.

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Loro Ornithological Park

The park is small and simple, but you’ll find a variety of interesting animals like turtles, parrots, keets, lemurs, and peacocks. But it’s really sad to see the peacocks and other animals like lemurs and meerkats stuck in such tiny, cramped spaces.

On the bright side, there’s a walkway that goes past the entrance and up the hillside, giving you great views of Almuñécar. The paths are well-maintained and nice to walk on.

The park isn’t ideal for people with mobility issues since it’s set on a hillside with some steep climbs.