Plaza de España

Plaza de España, formerly known as Plaza Paseo Nuevo, is a large square located in the centre of the town and built above the Balcón de Europa car park, just behind the Nerja Town Hall and the tourist office. The square was officially inaugurated as

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Plaza de España, formerly known as Paseo Nuevo, is one of the most central squares in Nerja. Located just behind the Town Hall and the tourist office, and built above the Balcón de Europa car park, it occupies a strategic position within the route through the town centre.

Officially inaugurated under its current name in 2011, the square is an open space dominated by the Spanish flag and surrounded by distinctive buildings. In one of its corners is the Nerja Museum, making it a natural stopping point between several of the main attractions in the historic centre.

Its location makes it a convenient reference point for getting your bearings and starting to explore the town. A stroll through Plaza de España lets you connect at a glance with the institutional and tourist heart of Nerja.

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Where to park

If you are going to Plaza de España, there are 2 car parks available:

Balcón de Europa car park: this public car park is right under Plaza de España. It is paid and fully supervised.
Giner de los Ríos car park: next to Plaza de España, with access from Calle Manuel Marín.

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Review profile

Summary of the 439 most recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews (May 2013 – September 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 439 recent reviews on Google (139) and Tripadvisor (300): most mentioned: clear, well laid out and very interesting museum · free audio guide app in several languages · free entry with the Nerja Caves ticket · activities and a quiz with a prize for children.

Google vs Tripadvisor

Google 4.1 · Tripadvisor 3.7

Google rates it 0.4 higher than Tripadvisor.

By review language

Spanish 3.9 (114) · English 3.8 (191)

Language hints at who is reviewing (locals and Spanish visitors, or foreign visitors).

Months with the best average rating

March, May, December

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Frequently asked questions

Plaza de España is at Plaza de España, 29780 Nerja, Málaga. Phone: 952 52 77 22.

The nearest beach is Calahonda Beach, 200 m (about a 3-minute walk) away; the Balcón de Europa is 250 m (about a 3-minute walk) away; and nearby you can visit Nerja Old Town (50 m).

Plaza de España has a 4.1 out of 5 rating on Google from 139 reviews. Lively square beside the Balcón de Europa, surrounded by bars and home to Nerja's museum, which is very well rated. A good family visit and an ideal companion to the Nerja Caves.

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