Welcome To Nerja - Nerja Info

Welcome To Beautiful Nerja – A Mediterranean Gem!

Nestled away at the easternmost edge of the sunny province of Malaga, Nerja is hailed by many as the best-kept secret of the Costa Del Sol! A bustling and vibrant ‘holiday’ town, visitors are attracted from all over Spain, Europe, the US and beyond, thanks to Nerja’s year-round sunny climate, comprehensive (and enormous!) range of amenities and vacation-ready activities, as well as it’s well-connected position in terms of transport.

The Balcón De Europa, Nerja, Málaga – Andalusia, Spain

Nerja Spain Balcon de Europa

The traditional Spanish white ‘old town’ centre in this affluent former fisherman’s village is protected, and boasts a maze of pretty cobblestone streets – some pedestrianised – and alleyways, winding through reams of fantastic cafes, restaurants, bars & hotels, retailers of all kinds of food, fashion and wares, night clubs, stunning beaches, impressive views and attractions to explore, and so much more!

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Lets have a closer look at what you might need to know about Nerja…. (more at ‘Handy Info’ in the menu above!)

What's The Weather Like In Nerja?

Nerja benefits from a fabulous climate all year round, with long hot summers and short, mild winters, it’s no wonder this part of Spain is so tempting to tourists!

November, December and January you will likely find yourself with t-shirt and shorts weather during the day and cooler night times calling for a sleeve, or some layers if you will be sitting outside in the evening. There are often showers during this time, but they tend to be light and short-lived. If you’re inclined to go for a swim in the sea, the Mediterranean water will probably be somewhere around 16ºC at this time of year.

February is probably the coolest and wettest month of the year, although there’s usually still plenty of sunshine, bringing pleasant enough temperatures.

March tends to bring an average temperature of 15°C, with respectable highs of 20°C a bit later on into the day, and then after dark the temperature drops off to an average low of about 11°C. A good third of March will be sunny, with light showers likely.

April & May are great months for a visit if you’re looking for cheering sunshine without the powerful heat of the summer – the temperature tends to range from 20-24°C around this time, perfect for sightseeing! At night times you will be looking for a sleeve to fend of the chilly evening air, and unless you’re happy with chilly waters, the sea probably won’t tempt you in for a swim at a cool 15°C. It’s likely you will see showers at this time of year but again, probably short-lived.

June – September tends to be the hottest time of the year, with hot sunny days and the evenings really warming up – perfect for making the most of the outdoors at any time of the day! Even the hardiest holiday makers will need to please seek shade during the hottest parts of the day in the height of summer – and stay well hydrated. You’ll also need to arm yourself with water bowls for pets throughout the day when out and about during the hottest part of the year – and as usual, take care to keep pets out of the sun during the hottest parts of the day here. Pets cannot be left in a vehicle in this weather, and please do be vigilant in terms of hot floor surfaces when walking pets, to carefully protect their lovely paws.

In October you can still expect an average temperature of about 18°C; mild for the time of year and no doubt a very pleasant change if you’re coming from cooler climes! In terms of rainfall there’ll likely be the occasional shower, but sparse.

How To Get To Nerja

Where is Nerja?

It’s 50+ km east of Malaga, tucked away between the mountains and the sparkling blue Mediterranean sea; far enough away from the more ‘sterostypical’ tourism found in other parts of the Costa, but close enough for a taxi ride from the airport to the door of your accommodation!

Which airport do I fly into?

Malaga airport, ‘AGP’. Here’s the link: www.airport-malaga.com.

How do I get from the airport to Nerja?

Taxi:

You can jump in a taxi, we recommend contacting a Nerja-based company, here are some handy links:

www.nerjataxis.com

www.nerjataxitransfer.com

www.nerja-taxis.net

www.nerja-taxis.com

www.nerjataxi.com

Bus:

Buses are available outside the airport, or the tube, to take you to Málaga María Zambrano railway station. From here you can walk through the shopping mall to the bus station. You leave the station, ignore the doors to the street in front of you and walk left through the mall, on the ground floor, passing the eatery in the centre of the mall on your left, and head for the doors that out go onto the street to the bus station directly over the road (Calle Mendivil). Buses run throughout the day to Nerja, you can check the timetable at the station and buy a ticket from the kiosks or the ticket machines. You can also buy your bus tickets online, visit www.alsa.es.

You will disembark at the bus station in Nerja , in very easy walking distance for the centre of Nerja, you can walk straight down Calle Pintada, the long straight road heading towards the sea! If you need it, there is a shop front for a taxi company on Calle Pintada, so you can organise a taxi, in case you have heavy bags and you are staying for example in Burriana, which is a slightly longer walk. You can also use the taxi numbers above to arrange a taxi from the bus station to your accommodation, if required.

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Visit Vida Nerja Magazine – our Nerja event search & Nerja event news platform and companion lifestyle and entertainment magazine, all about what’s happening in Nerja, Málaga, on the Costa Del Sol, Andalusia!

You’ll find the latest news from the town about what’s on, from new openings to great offers and deals, as well as interviews with local characters, local advertising and all kinds of fun features!

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Is Nerja Safe?

Nerja is a very safe place indeed, there is no ‘lager lout’ culture here, and besides, you’ll find the nightclubs aren’t spread around the town in Nerja, but rather they’re located in one square, ‘Tutti Frutti’ – a walk away from the town centre and THE place to go for ‘clubbing’ style, late night entertainment in the town, mainly very busy in the summer season.

In Nerja, you’ll see couples, families and friends in both small and large groups – all out enjoying themselves at all times of day and night! But, as with every tourist location there may be opportunists lurking.

There have been some instances of tourists reporting being offered, rather assertively, a flower – for instance a stem of lavender, and when they automatically take it to see what the issue is, or because it’s thrust into their hand, money is demanded in exchange. If somebody stops you to offer you a flower or a token of some kind, you can simply decline, politely but firmly, and continue to walk away.

Other than this, it would be savvy to consider the usual tips that apply in busy tourist areas, for instance to keep important personal items like phones, handbags and wallets safe at all times – don’t leave them on a table to use the bathroom or store them on the back of your chair whilst you eat. Keep bags in your eyeline, and zipped up, and make sure you don’t leave money or phones protruding from your pockets. It’s also a good idea to keep your arm over your bag whilst in a crowd, or move it in front of your body.

Please note, in Nerja, it is normal to see people walking around selling their wares in restaurants – this is commonplace here and so please don’t feel worried. If you are not interested to chat, or to buy, there is no need to worry – simply smile politely and say so. If the vendor is persistent, simply politely repeat, and then immediately redirect your attention. There are lots of people to sell to who might be interested in buying, so the vendor will move on.

Is It Necessary To Speak Spanish?

Nerja has been popular with those in the know for years, and since guests visit from all over Europe, the United States and beyond, you will often find that your waiter, taxi driver or shop assistant speaks English – along with many of your fellow tourists. But don’t let this put you off trying out some Spanish! Unless it’s extremely busy, it’s often very much appreciated when you make an effort to speak the language, even if it goes terribly wrong, at least that provides a good opportunity for a shared laugh!

Translation Apps

If you get stuck you can also use Deepl.com and Google Translate, you simply select ‘English’ in the first box and ”Spanish in the next, type in what you want to say (don’t abbreviate, so that it can be picked up properly by the translator) – and then you can show the translated version that pops up if you need assistance. There are ‘voice’ options too where you speak (clearly, carefully enunciating the word) into the mic and it’s translated for you!

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