Visiting the Christmas markets of the Costa del Sol is an essential activity during the most endearing holidays of the year. Just nosing around the stalls, and immersing yourself in the lively shopping atmosphere, is a pleasant experience that you shouldn’t miss.
In these traditional bazaars, located in streets and squares, you will have the opportunity to purchase typical products, decorative items, handicrafts or that special gift that you were looking for. And of course, you can enjoy the sweet taste of Christmas, especially with the famous “mantecado”, small pancakes with ground toasted almonds, seasoned with cinnamon and sesame.
Outdoor Shopping
Among the most popular markets on the Costa del Sol the one located in the street market of the Paseo del Parque in Malaga stands out . Under the spectacular lighting of the historic centre of the city, stalls offer from Christmas decorations and figures for the Nativity scene, to accessories and articles of handmade jewelry.
Another unique place to buy products typical of this time of the year is the Christmas market of Estepona, where almost 6,000 Britons live during the whole the year. Its location, next to the children's amusement park located on the avenue of San Lorenzo, makes it an ideal leisure alternative for the whole family.
There are also very popular markets in Nerja, Velez-Malaga and Torrox, in the Axarquia region. While on the West Costa del Sol those of Torremolinos, Benalmadena and Fuengirola are well worth a visit. In Marbella, where Christmas comes loaded with cultural activities, several bazaars are held in solidarity.
Markets with charm
In Ronda, the Christmas market is characterized by a privileged environment. The stalls are distributed next to the Bullring, a place that the filmmaker Orson Welles loved with special passion. At this market you can enjoy the monumental landscape of the capital city while shopping. Some advice? Don’t leave without tasting the typical sweet “yemas del Tajo”. Simply exquisite.
Something more simple, but very cosy, is the Christmas market of Alora. In its stalls you will find products of Malaga gastronomy, handicrafts and some other surprises. In addition, the shopping is enlivened by pastoral music, Christmas carols with a very flamenco touch and activities for the entertainment of both kids and adults.
