11 Best Things To Do In Motril, Spain(With Pictures)

1. Pueblos de América Park

The Park of the Peoples of America, as it is known in English, is located south of the centre of Motril and is one of the main “lungs” of the city. A variety of different species of trees are to be found here, along with beautiful shrubs and palm trees from various places in the U.S.A. There are also two attractive foundations in the park, as well as an artificial river and lake, with various interesting sculptures. The park makes for a pleasant stroll in the fresh air.

Pueblos de América Park

Address: Av. de la Constitución, 10A, 18600 Motril, Granada

Website: Pueblos de América Park

2. Museo de Historia de Motril

The Museum of History offers the history of Motril in various ways, with numerous interesting artefacts and documents relating to the city. Set in the attractive “Casa Garcés” in the centre of town, the museum gives visitors some new insight into Motril, from its historic past to the present day.

Museo de Historia de Motril

Address: Calle Cardenal Belluga, 14, 18600 Motril, Granada

Website: Museo de Historia de Motril

3. Parque de las Provincias

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The Parque de las Provincias is located in the east of the city and is a large green space, perfect for relaxation and recreation. There are eight distinct areas in the park, representing the eight provinces of Andalusia. With its opportunities for pleasant walks through the trees and many attractive local species and shrubs along the way, this is an excellent place to spend a day.

Parque de las Provincias

Address: Calle Galicia, 18600 Motril, Granada

Website: Parque de las Provincias

4. Casa Condesa Torre-Isabel

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Casa Condesa Torre-Isabel was originally built in the 17th century and was modified in the late 19th century. The building now hosts the Municipal Area of Culture and Heritage in the city of Motril. The interior is beautifully decorated with various elements from the past and there is an exhibition of paintings on display by various artists from Motril.

Casa Condesa Torre-Isabel

Address: Calle Tahona, 2, 18600 Motril, Granada

Website: Casa Condesa Torre-Isabel

5. Preindustrial Museum of Sugar Cane

This is a fascinating place for anyone with a sweet tooth. The Pre-industrial Museum of Sugar Cane explores the processes of growing sugar cane and the manufacture of sugar in the area from 1,000 years ago, up until the present day. The original building was constructed back in the 16th century and today it provides insight into all the various processes involved in the manufacture of sugar.

Preindustrial Museum of Sugar Cane

Address: Calle Zafra, 8, 18600 Motril, Granada

Website: Preindustrial Museum of Sugar Cane (in Spanish)

6. Most popular beaches of the Costa Tropical

There are many beautiful beaches in Motril and its surrounding area, including Calahonda Beach, just a short drive from the city. The sandy beach and its crystal clear water provide an ideal location for fishing and water sports. Next to the Port of Motril (mentioned below), Playa Poniente is the closest beach to the city centre and is popular with families, offering many open-air activities and excellent facilities. Granada Beach is a peaceful stretch of sand set against the green of the Los Moriscos Golf Course. The beach offers award-winning facilities and due to the prevailing winds in the area, is the ideal location for windsurfing, kite surfing and paddle boarding.

Motril Beaches

Address: Motril, Granada, Spain

Website: Motril beaches

7. Birdwatching in the Charca de Suárez Nature Reserve, Motril

Charca de Suárez is a beautiful stretch of wetland just outside the city of Motril. There are a variety of local bird species to be seen here, as well as species from other areas, including cormorants, herons, flamencos and Eurasian spoonbills in the winter months. During the rest of the year, this is a popular place for white wagtails, coots, mallards and grebes. The 13-hectare wetland is nestled in the valley of the Guadalfeo River and is the largest wetland on the Costa Tropical. There are several lakes and beautiful flora in the park as well.

Charca de Suárez Nature Reserve

Address: Camino Pelaillo, s/n, 18006, Motril, Granada

Website: Charca de Suárez Nature Reserve (in Spanish)

8. Los Moriscos Golf Club

This beautiful golf course is backed by mountains and fringed by the beach of Playa Granada, with wonderful views of the Mediterranean Sea. This nine-hole course has wide and mainly flat fairways, which makes the course ideal for golfers of all skill levels. The golf course also has a driving range and putting green, plus various other leisure facilities.

Los Moriscos Golf Club

Address: Playa Granada, s/n, 18600 Motril, Granada

Website: Los Moriscos Golf Club

9. Motril Port

The Port of Motril has a strategic location on the Strait of Gibraltar, making it the ideal spot for exciting boat trips to Morocco. The port also encompasses a yachting marina and fishing port. There are a variety of excellent restaurants and beach bars in the area and the port is in close proximity to the beautiful Poniente Beach.

Motril Port

Address: Playa de Poniente, Motril 18613

Website: Motril Port

10. Seafood blow out at La Espicha

Those who wish to end their trip to Motril with a bang can check seafood off their foodie bucket list and dine at La Espicha. This seafood restaurant is the best and most frequented by locals and travelers alike. They serve an impressive selection of seafood and has one of the freshest fish in Motril. This hidden gem of a restaurant is actually just near a local police station but is no cheap eats kind of place, rather a dining establishment that requires a reservation before getting a good table. La Espicha is known for its frequent visit to the fish market with its chef and kitchen staff making visits to the fish market as often as twice a day! When it comes to quality and value for money seafood, La Espicha is the best place to be and a great way to end your trip to the humble town of Motril.

La Espicha

Address: Calle Doctor Tercedor 8 La Fabriquilla de Ideas, Bajo 4, 18600 Motril Spain

Contact: +34 958 97 79 11

11. Ron Montero Rum Distillery

Established back in 1963, Motril’s renowned rum distillery Ron Montero started as a family business dealing with sugar cane for several generations. To date, Ron Montero has managed to retain the stellar quality of its products, by using quality raw materials and utilizing the traditional methods of “Soleras” and “Criaderas.” Ron Montero rum has managed to sell 240,000 liters of rum a year. Discover how this prized Motril product is made from scratch and visit the distillery’s free guided tours from Tuesdays to Saturdays beginning at 12 pm. There, visitors will be able to see first-hand how sugar cane is sourced and eventually transformed into Ron Montero’s delicious rum.

Ron Montero Rum Distillery

Address: Camino de la Vía, s/n, 18613 Motril, Granada, Spain

Website: Ron Montero Rum Distillery

Opening hours: 9 am to 6:30 pm, Mondays to Fridays; 12 pm to 2 pm, Saturdays

Visit Motril on the Costa Tropical

With all its many attractions, gorgeous beaches and beautiful mountain views, Motril is the ideal stop-off point on Spain’s Costa Tropical.