Nerja's year round magnificent climate is the principal reason people visit the area. With 12 kilometres of beaches and the sea warmed by the Mediterranean climate, it is no wonder that Nerja is the number one choice for so many. But the area has so much more than just sun and beaches. Inland there is another land waiting to be discovered.

Healthy living and outdoor pursuits await you and there are many beautiful villages and marinas within a short drive. What to do in Nerja - Below is a taste of some local activities and recommended places to visit either in Nerja or within a short drive.

Top of your list of things to do in Nerja must be a visit to the fascinating prehistoric caves where you step back in time five million years! You'll find the caves three kilometres east of the town on Carretera de la Cueva. They house archaeological treasures including prehistoric remains and wall paintings thought to be 20,000 years old. Skeletal remains and other archaeological finds suggest these caves were inhabited from 25,000 BC up until the Bronze Age.

At the Balcon you can hire a horse drawn carriage for a relaxing and enjoyable sightseeing trip of the town. Or for the more energetic, the local tourist information centre provides an excellent leaflet called "The 12 Walks of Nerja".