Nerja & Surrounds: Frequently Asked Questions

New to Nerja? Just visiting, or just moving here? This ‘handy stuff’ page is just for you!

Maybe we directed you here from one of our busy Nerja Facebook groups, to share info or show you the answer to a question you’ve asked.

(We do this so it avoids a need for repeated posts in the group about the same stuff week-on-week, from lovely new group members trying to find important info they need for their visit, or upcoming house move etc. It makes for a more enjoyable experience in the group for our many thousands of members by keeping the feed tidy, & often gives a much-needed answer immediately to help our new members who need info.)

Is Nerja A Safe Town?

Is Nerja a safe town?

We talk about safety in Nerja here. (Also available in the sidebar menu).

Is it necessary to speak Spanish in Nerja?

Is it necessary to speak Spanish in Nerja?

We talk about speaking Spanish vs speaking English in Nerja here. (Also available in the sidebar menu).

How do I get to Nerja?

How do I get to Nerja?

Please see here for more on how to get to Nerja. (Also available in the sidebar menu).

I need to hire a car....

I need to hire a car

Nerja-based car rental company Autos Nerja can have your car waiting for you at the airport.

How can I check bus times, eg direct buses from Nerja to the airport?

How can I check bus times, eg direct buses from Nerja to the airport?

The Alsa bus company website – you can also search for buses to and from Nerja and other places you would like to visit, or to and from anywhere, really! For example Nerja Caves, Granada, Córdoba, Marbella etc…. You can check time options, and also book your seats to ensure your place on the bus – a good idea because sometimes the buses fill up, especially in high season.

Details for taxis in Nerja

What are the details for some taxi companies based in Nerja?

Visit our classified ads page  and click the TRANSPORT filter button to see various taxi cab companies.

Each of the adverts have links to the different taxi company websites, where the lovely company owners often leave you a handy pricing table, much like the example pages below, showing you prices for each different journey!

Here is the link to the table of prices – as shown in the example page below, which is from Nerja Taxi – nerjataxi.com.

EXAMPLE PRICING TABLE 1:
(Please always check their website for current price info, in case prices are updated in future….)

Here is another link to a table of prices – as shown in the second example page below, which is from Nerja Taxis – nerjataxis.com.

EXAMPLE PRICING TABLE 2:
(Please always check their website for current price info, in case prices are updated in future….)

 

You can find lots of hand stuff at this ads page – just click the right filter to match your needs.

(Also available in the menu above).

Where can I park in Nerja?

Where can I park in Nerja?

Please refer to our guide to where to park in Nerja, with handy photos etc. (Also available in the sidebar menu).

Getting around in Nerja

Getting around in Nerja

Please check out this guide for info about ways to get around in Nerja. (Also available in the sidebar menu).

What are the different areas / beaches to know about in Nerja

Where can I find info about the different areas & beaches in Nerja?

Visit our feature about the different beaches and areas  – you’ll find a breakdown of what’s where with photos.
(Also available in the menu above).

What's the weather usually like in Nerja during the month I'm visiting?

What’s the weather usually like in Nerja during the month when I’m coming?

Check the weather out in Nerja at our weather page. (Also available in the top menu ).

You can also check out the live Nerja webcams to see what’s happening now! (Also available in the sidebar menu).

What's nearby to Nerja?

What’s nearby to Nerja?

There are loads of great places nearby to visit, check out some of it here at our guide to what’s nearby (also available in the menu above).

Where can I find places to eat & drink, where has menú del día, tapas, vegan/veggie, outdoor dining, offers etc?

Where can I search for the places I’d like to eat & drink in Nerja?

At this link you’ll find a search page where you can punch in whatever you like and find places that match!
Nerjainfo.com/eating-out

  • Want to try some amazing seafood?
  • Need somewhere central? Or in a certain part of Nerja?
  • Want somewhere for brekkie, lunch, dinner, a snack?
  • Prefer to eat somewhere beachside?
  • Fancy a luxurious treat, or to eat somewhere in the Michelin guide?
  • Feel like a craft beer and a relaxed vibe?
  • Want veggie, vegan or gluten free?
  • Want somewhere that does cocktails?
  • Somewhere casual, with a sea view?
  • Fancy a roast dinner?
  • Want to eat al fresco?
  • Keen on a burger and a pint?
  • Want a gin and tonic? Or an Irish Coffee?

You get the idea, you can find it all with this handy search tool! (Also available under ‘eating out’ in the menu above).

You can also join our Facebook group dedicated to Nerja food & drink: facebook.com/groups/nerjafoodanddrink

Where can I find activities / stuff to do in Nerja?

Where can I find stuff to do in Nerja?

From horse riding to boat hire – check out our activities search page! (Also available in the menu above).

Also our event search, at our companion site Vidanerja.com and it’s ‘What’s On’ FB group facebook.com/groups/nerjaguide

I'm looking to rent or buy, where can I look?

I’m looking to rent or buy property in Nerja, where can I look?

This Facebook group:  facebook.com/groups/nerjaproperty 

You can also check out our ads page which serves as a directory for stuff all around Nerja & surrounds – visit this link and click the filter you’d like to see if anyone’s advertised any property there. (Also available in the menu above, under ‘ads’).

Where can I find out what's on in Nerja?

Where can I find out what’s on in Nerja?

Use this event search website to find the type of event you want: Vidanerja.com  

You can also join facebook.com/groups/vidanerja and follow the page facebook.com/vidanerja 

Where can I find places to stay in Nerja?

Where can I find places to stay in Nerja?

Use our handy accommodation search to find options to suit you. (Also available in the menu above, under ‘Stay’).

You can also check out our classifieds and use the matching filter – eg vacations, to see if there’s anything being advertised currently Nerjainfo.com/classified-ads. (Also available in the menu above, under ‘ads’).

I'm looking for a local tradesperson, where can I look?

I’m looking for a tradesperson, where can I look?

Check out our ads page which serves as a directory for stuff all around Nerja & surrounds – visit this link and click the filter you’d like.

(Also available in the menu above, under ‘ads’).

I'm looking for a particular local service, where can I look?

I’m looking for a particular service, where can I look?

Check out our ads page which serves as a directory for stuff all around Nerja & surrounds – visit this link and click the filter you’d like to find everything from party-planners and wedding celebrants through to retailers, insurance, lawyers and much more….

(Also available in the menu above, under ‘ads’).

I'd like to watch some video / look at some Nerja photos, where can I do that?

I’d like to watch some video / look at photos of Nerja – where can I do that?

We’ve got various videos around the site (like in the sidebar) with walking tours, and lots of photos of Nerja Nerjainfo.com 

Can I post properties, food & drink, business ads, events, or stuff for sale in the Nerja Info Facebook group?

In the Nerja Info Facebook group, can I post stuff about properties, food & drink, my business, things I’m selling, events etc?

No as we have different groups for these, see below for links and please feel welcome to join! 

We seek to avoid repetition for members in the Nerja Info group.

Admin will share a regular summary of stuff from the other groups into the Nerja Info group. So you’ll see just the one post, now and then, saying something like:

“Interested in food & drink in Nerja? Join the Nerja Food & Drink group, we’ve got  XXXXX venue doing XXXXX, YYYYY venue doing YYYYY etc etc, join the group if you want to check it out & stay in the loop about Nerja Food & Drink! We’ve also got some great properties going up if you’re searching for somewhere join the property group, eg XXXXXX in XXXXXX. Finally in terms of what’s on, join Vida Nerja for local event news, latest events include XXXX and XXXXX!

facebook.com/groups/nerjainfo  

facebook.com/groups/nerjaguide

facebook.com/groups/nerjafoodanddrink  

facebook.com/groups/nerjaproperty   

facebook.com/groups/nerjaclassifieds 

Help! I still need some assistance please!

Still can’t find what you need? Please feel welcome to ask in the groups, comment here, or email help@nerjainfo.com to see if we can help! 

All the best
Kaye @ Nerja Info