ExploraSpain
Tickets

Benalmádena: cable car ticket to Mount Calamorro

Benalmádena cable car to the top of Mount Calamorro (771 m), with Costa del Sol views and six hiking trails at the summit. 4.5/5 from 2,450 reviews.

4.52,450 reviews

  • 1-2 hours
  • Spanish, English
  • Mobile ticket and instant confirmation
Photo credits
  1. Wikimedia Commons · Maik Fuhrmann (Hombre1896 (talk)) · File:Benalmádena Teleférico Gondel (02).jpg · CC BY-SA 3.0
  2. Wikimedia Commons · Werner Wilmes · File:Seilbahn Monte Calamorro - 52344570581.jpg · CC BY 2.0
  3. Wikimedia Commons · robbie jim · File:Teleférico Benalmádena.jpg · CC BY 2.0
  4. Wikimedia Commons · robbie jim · File:Teleférico de Benalmádena2.jpg · CC BY 2.0
  5. Wikimedia Commons · Maik Fuhrmann (Hombre1896 (talk)) · File:Benalmádena Teleférico Abfahrt.jpeg · CC BY-SA 3.0
  6. Wikimedia Commons · Hombre1896 · File:Benalmádena Teleférico Mast.JPG · CC BY-SA 3.0
  7. Wikimedia Commons · Maik Fuhrmann (Hombre1896 (talk)) · File:Benalmádena Teleférico Bergstation.jpg · CC BY-SA 3.0
  8. Wikimedia Commons · LANOEL · File:El teleférico de Benalmádena - Provincia de Málaga, España - panoramio.jpg · CC BY-SA 3.0
Secure payment

Highlights

  • The only cable car on the Costa del Sol
  • Coastal views as far as Africa on clear days
  • Six hiking trails from the summit
  • Bird of prey show at the top (extra)

Our take

The best view of the Costa del Sol for under €20. Go in the morning, when there is less haze, and if you like walking, hike down one of the trails.

What's included

  • Cable car ticket

Not included

  • Bird show (paid separately)
  • Food and drink

Good to know

What to bring

  • A jacket: it is cooler at the top
  • Closed shoes if you plan to walk

Things to keep in mind

  • Adults from 140 cm; children 100 to 140 cm; under 100 cm free
  • It can close in high wind
  • Only folding wheelchairs, with a companion
  • Non-refundable

Meeting point

Cable car base station, Av. de Tívoli, Arroyo de la Miel (Benalmádena)

Next to Tívoli World. C1 commuter train to Benalmádena-Arroyo de la Miel, then a 10-minute walk.

Open in Google Maps ↗

The experience

What you'll see

The Benalmádena cable car climbs from Arroyo de la Miel to the top of Mount Calamorro, with views over the whole Costa del Sol. It is the only cable car on the coast.

At the top there are viewpoints and the start of six hiking trails among Mediterranean plants and wildlife. The bird show at the summit is a separate, paid activity.

How it works

Cable car ticket. It closes in strong wind. Adults from 140 cm; children 100 to 140 cm; under 100 cm ride free. Non-refundable.

Accessibility

Folding wheelchairs with a companion; part of the summit is not accessible.

Cancellation policy

This activity is non-refundable.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the ride?
About 15 minutes up by cabin. At the top, as long as you like: there are viewpoints and trails.
Does it always run?
No: it closes in strong wind. Check the forecast that day.
Can I cancel?
No, the ticket is non-refundable.

Related reading on our guides

→ Málaga with kids: beaches, castles and family plans

Málaga with kids: beaches, the Alcazaba, Bioparc Fuengirola, the Benalmádena cable car and interactive museums. Plans by age, where to eat and what to skip.

→ Caminito del Rey: how to visit it (tickets, access and tips)

How to visit the Caminito del Rey from Málaga: how to get tickets, how to arrive by train or car, duration, difficulty and what to bring. Everything you need.

→ Málaga in two days: a smart route between museums and the sea

What to see in Málaga in two days: Alcazaba, Cathedral, Picasso Museum, Caminito del Rey and beaches. An hour-by-hour route, where to eat, where to stay and what to skip.

If you book through this page, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend what we genuinely believe is worth it.

Offered byGetYourGuide
Alternatives

Similar activities in Málaga

Well-reviewed options in case this one doesn't fit your plans.

Swipe to see more →

See all activities in Málaga →
← See more things to do in Málaga
From €17 4.5 (2,450 reviews) · 1-2 hours