World cuisines to discover in San Pedro

San Pedro de Alcantara has changed in the past few years from a small traditional Spanish town into a cosmopolitan resort, and now with recent work that has been done to improve the infrastructure and look of the town we expect it to grow even bigger and attract more tourists and […]

The quirky landmarks and amenities of San Pedro’s coastal ‘paseo’

Of all the appealing neighbourhoods in San Pedro Alcántara, the seafront paseo has to be one of the best. The several lovely kilometres of pedestrian pathway follow the sea to provide a scenic platform for community amenities, quirky landmarks and an endlessly delightful viewing point. Everyday, the promenade hosts a variety […]

San Pedro Agenda – last week of January 2019

  Friday 25th, Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th Guided Visits Roman Thermal Baths – From 10:00hrs to 12:00hrs Urb. Guadalmina Baja, Calle 3, San Pedro Alcántara By prior appointment except Saturdays & Sundays Contact: 952 768 767 Paleochristian Basilica of Vega del Mar – From 11:15hrs to 14:00hrs Urb. Linda Vista Playa, Calle Los […]

Year round beach gym coming to San Pedro Alcántara!

Exciting plans are currently in the pipework for additional gym facilities on the San Pedro beach and in other neighbouring resorts along this part of the Costa del Sol. Council authorities in Marbella have asked the Junta de Andalucía (the regional government) for a licence to install beachside areas where people […]

Bean and pork rib stew (alubias con costillas)

Stews are the ultimate cold-weather comfort food, and although we are still enjoying the sunshine in San Pedro, we are bringing you another Spanish recipe that is popular for the winter months; this hearty stew will keep you nourished and soon warm you up!  Ingredients for four: 1/2kg of white or red […]

The pedestrianisation of San Pedro Alcántara

Since the addition of the tunnel beneath the town to alleviate heavy traffic passing through in 2011, San Pedro has been continuously transforming. Next came the new boulevard, which has become a main meeting point for many locals as well as tourists, and now the town centre has been pedestrianised. The […]

Where to buy your tickets to see The Jacksons in August

The San Pedro Guide is now confirmed as an official sales outlet to purchase tickets to see the internationally renowned pop artists, The Jacksons, when they play in Marbella this summer. The excitement is building as more details become available about what is sure to be an historic appearance by the […]

The Three Kings festival in San Pedro 2019

The annual parade of the Three Kings, or Los Tres Reyes, is being held in San Pedro Alcántara on the 5th January, starting at 18:00 and finishing at 21:00hrs. The parade, or ‘cabalgata’, as it is called in Spanish, will pass through Avenida Pablo Ruíz Picasso, C/Lagasca, around the central roundabout […]

Festive agenda for San Pedro Alcántara 2018-2019

Below is an up to date agenda of all the events organised by the San Pedro town hall for December 2018 and January 2019. WEDNESDAY, 26TH – From 17:00hrs. Welcoming the Royal Mailman of the Three Wise Men – Los Reyes Magos de Oriente, with animated parades through the following streets: […]

Winter in San Pedro Alcántara

With winter temperatures often reaching 16-20 degrees centigrade, a lot of people love San Pedro Alcántara in the winter for its mild climate and plentiful opportunities to enjoy the beachfront, along with stunning countryside and golf right on the doorstep. In fact, many avoid the heat and crowds of summer to […]