Things to Do in Marbella during Easter?

As spring emerges in the Costa del Sol, Marbella gears up for one of its most significant and evocative events: Semana Santa. Spending Easter in Marbella offers a mix of traditional Spanish celebrations, beach relaxation, and luxury experiences. Here are the best things to do during Semana Santa (Holy Week) in Marbella:

1. Relax & enjoy at Marbella’s Best Beaches

April brings great weather (20°C+), perfect for a beach day.

• Playa de la Fontanilla (central & lively)
• Cabopino Beach (natural dunes & less crowded)
• Playa Nagüeles (upscale & near Marbella Club)

2. Visit Puerto Banús for Shopping & Yachts

Luxury shopping, celebrity spotting, and stunning marina views. Great for a sunset drink at places like Astral Cocktail Bar or dinning in Los Bandidos.

3. Explore Marbella’s Old Town (Casco Antiguo)

Throughout this holy week, the city’s ancient streets become vibrant open-air stages of reverence, infused with the aroma of incense, the rhythmic sound of drums, and the gentle glow of candlelight. Take a stroll through whitewashed streets, Orange Square (Plaza de los Naranjos), and boutique shops.

4. Experience the Semana Santa Processions

Easter is a big deal in Spain, and Marbella’s Semana Santa processions are spectacular. Expect elaborate floats (procesiones), religious imagery, and music filling the streets. Participants, typically affiliated with local brotherhoods, don traditional garments and carry candles as they traverse the streets, accompanied by brass bands.

📍 Where? Old Town (Casco Antiguo).
📅 Best days: Palm Sunday, Thursday, and Good Friday.

5. Enjoy a Delicious Easter Brunch

Some top places to book an Easter Sunday brunch:

• Puente Romano Beach Resort – Gourmet breakfast by the sea.
• Nobu Marbella – Fusion flavors with a Japanese twist.
• Boho Club – A stylish, relaxed vibe with great food.

6. Enjoy Easter Sweets & Traditional Food

• Try Torrijas (Spanish-style French toast).
• Visit Churrería Ramón for fresh churros with chocolate.
• Taste Pestiños, a honey-glazed pastry.

7. Sunset Walk & Drinks on the Golden Mile

Walk the Marbella promenade (Paseo Marítimo) and stop for a cocktail at:

• Trocadero Playa – Beachfront chill-out spot.
• Sea Grill Puente Romano – Chic, exclusive vibes.

8. Take a Day Trip

Although Marbella hosts its unique festivities, some of the most intricate processions are observed in cities like Málaga and Sevilla, where parades may commence at dawn and extend into the early hours of the next day.

• Ronda – Historic town with a breathtaking bridge (1hr drive).
• Sevilla – Charming city with the best “Semana Santa” in the world (2.5hr drive).
• Gibraltar – A mix of British culture and nature (see the Rock & monkeys!) (0.45hr drive).
• Granada y Sierra Nevada are within two-hour drive from Marbella.

Whether you are wandering through the Old Town or observing a procession under a starry sky, the experience is profoundly touching and distinctly Andalusian. Marbella offers the perfect blend of tradition, relaxation, and luxury for Easter. Will you be traveling with family, friends, or solo? We can suggest more tailored activities! What about looking for your dream property in Marbella this Easter?