PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
T
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Torre del Mar
EuropeSpainAndalusia

Torre del Mar

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Torre del Mar

Torre del Mar works well as a base: 10 minutes from Vélez-Málaga, 22km from Caves of Nerja.

Torre del Mar is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 21,980, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Torre del Mar sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Torre del Mar to your route.

About Torre del Mar

Torre del Mar is a locality on the southern coast of Spain, in the municipality of Vélez-Málaga, Axarquía, located in the province of Málaga. It is a popular summer tourist resort for Spanish people.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Torre del Mar

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Torre del Mar.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Torre del Mar.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Torre del Mar?

Torre del Mar offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Torre del Mar?

Plan your road trip to Torre del Mar with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Torre del Mar as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Torre del Mar located?

Torre del Mar is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 36.7420 latitude, -4.0929 longitude.

What is the population of Torre del Mar?

Torre del Mar has a population of approximately 21,980 people, making it a town in Spain.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Torre del Mar as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Torre del Mar. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
21,980
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
36.7420, -4.0929

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

Full driving guide for Spain

Tags

EuropeSpainAndalusiaTown

Worth the detour from Torre del Mar

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Balcón de Europa, Nerja

A palm-lined seafront promenade jutting on a clifftop balcony with panoramic Mediterranean and mountain views.

19 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Frigiliana

Repeatedly voted Spain's prettiest white village, a steep tumble of geranium-draped lanes above the Costa del Sol.

19 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Caves of Nerja

Spectacular caverns containing the world's largest known stalactite and prehistoric paintings dating back 42,000 years.

22 km · about 25 min drive

beach

Costa del Sol

Spain's sun-drenched southern coastline stretching from Malaga to Gibraltar, famous for over 300 days of sunshine per year.

29 km · about 35 min drive

castle

Alcazaba de Málaga

A well-preserved Moorish hilltop citadel overlooking Málaga's port, linked to the Roman theatre at its base.

29 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

El Torcal de Antequera

A surreal karst landscape of stacked, pancake-like limestone formations carved by erosion, with ibex roaming the trails.

47 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Torre del Mar

  • 19 kmBalcón de Europa, NerjaA palm-lined seafront promenade jutting on a clifftop balcony with panoramic Mediterranean and mountain views.
  • 64 kmCaminito del ReyA thrilling boardwalk pinned to sheer cliff faces above the El Chorro gorge, once called the world's most dangerous path.
  • 74 kmPico Veleta RoadEurope's highest paved road climbs from Granada past the Sierra Nevada ski station toward the 3,396 m Veleta summit, with hairpins above the clouds and views to the Mediterranean.

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Torre del Mar.

Vélez-Málaga

🇪🇸 Spain

4 km awayPop. 74,190

Algarrobo

🇪🇸 Spain

6 km awayPop. 5,073

Benamocarra

🇪🇸 Spain

8 km awayPop. 2,904

Iznate

🇪🇸 Spain

9 km awayPop. 826

Arenas

🇪🇸 Spain

9 km awayPop. 1,200

Sayalonga

🇪🇸 Spain

9 km awayPop. 1,366

Macharavialla

🇪🇸 Spain

11 km away

Torrox

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 16,890

Plan a trip around Torre del Mar

Spain road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Torre del Mar

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence