Mijas Pueblo was the very first place we visited in Andalusia. We can say with full confidence that it’s one of the most charming places in southern Spain, very easy to fall in love with. Mijas Pueblo is a typical Andalusian white village packed with a maze of narrow cobbled streets and charming corners, whitewashed houses decorated with colorful flower pots, and wonderful views over the surroundings. Even though it’s currently one of the most visited white villages, you can still feel the authentic Spanish vibe there. Thankfully! Vamos, let us show you the best things to do in Mijas Pueblo, Spain.
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Mijas Pueblo, Spain FAQ
Mijas Pueblo is a small Spanish white village located in Andalusia in the Province of Malaga at an altitude of 430 m a.s.l. It’s only 30 kilometers from Malaga and makes an amazing starting point for exploring nearby places like Benalmadena, Ronda, Caminito del Rey, Marbella, or Antequera.
There is only one answer here – of course! Mijas Pueblo is one of the most beautiful white villages near Malaga that simply can’t be missed. Narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed houses, colorful flowers, breathtaking views, tasty regional food, unique museums… It’s all here! Think no more and add Mijas to your southern Spain bucket list, you won’t regret it.
Mijas is best known for being one of the most beautiful white villages in Andalusia that can offer not only a mesmerizing maze of quaint streets but also stunning views over the Costa del Sol. And on clear days even on Morocco.
One day is enough to explore Mijas Pueblo and to see everything the village has to offer.
Things to do in Mijas Pueblo, Spain
Mijas Pueblo village streets
The number one thing to do in Mijas Pueblo is to take a good, long walk around its historic streets and see what secrets they hide. Get lost in a maze of whitewashed lanes and just dive into the amazing vibe of this Andalusian white village. Don’t forget to walk away a bit from the main streets and walk around less popular ones – we can guarantee that most of them are equally beautiful yet less crowded!
There, you’ll find points of interest like Ermita de la Virgen de la Peña, Plaza Virgen de la Peña – village’s main square, Mijas Bullring, as well as some amazing viewpoints and interesting museums.
Mijas Pueblo Tourist Office is located on Plaza Virgen de la Peña. It’s a great place to grab a map and get useful information.
Virgen de la Peña square
Plaza Virgen de la Pena is a big town main square full of restaurants and cafes. It’s a perfect place to sit with a cup of coffee and watch people go by with their lives. While here, don’t forget to go to Mirador Hermanos Núñez Andreu, a viewpoint right behind the Tourist Office building where you can enjoy truly breathtaking views over Costa del Sol.
Virgen de la Peña hermitage
Just a few steps further from Plaza Virgen de la Pena, you’ll find Ermita de la Virgen de la Peña, the Sanctuary of the Virgin of the Rock. This little hermitage dates back to the mid-16th century and was carved into the rock by Carmelite monks. Figure of the patron of Mijas, the Virgin de La Pena, is located inside the dark cave interior. Next to the Sanctuary, there is another stunning viewpoint – Mirador del Compas.
La Muralla Botanical Park
La Muralla Park was created on the remains of the old fortress, where the village used to be. Here, you can take a relaxing walk among nature, as gardens have flowers blooming all year round. Also, you can admire amazing views over the village, the coast, and mountain ranges from a few viewpoints. We really loved wandering around this area and think and it’s one of the best things to do in Mijas Pueblo.
Mijas Bullring
Mijas Bullring (es. Plaza de Toros de Mijas) is located right next to La Muralla Botanical Park. It was built on the former site of the castle, on the rock. Its most distinctive feature, compared to other bullrings in Spain, is that it’s oval, not round. Bullring construction was requested by a group of neighbors. Since its opening, it has seen many running of the bulls, but nowadays such events are no longer held there.
Entrance to Mijas Bullring costs €3 per person (August 2026). To learn more about current prices and opening hours, visit turismo.mijas.es website.
Mayan Monkey Chocolate Factory
Are you a chocolate lover? If yes you should pay a visit to Mayan Monkey – the world’s smallest chocolate factory. There, you’ll buy various delicious products made of chocolate and even take part in chocolate-making workshops where you’ll learn how to make chocolate. It’s one of the most fun things to do in Mijas Pueblo, especially if you’re travelling with kids.
Mijas Wagon
Mijas Wagon (es. Carromato de Mijas) is a peculiar museum that hosts a collection of various miniatures collected by stage hypnotist and magician, Juan Elegido Millán, known as Professor Max. During his life he traveled the world and picked up hundreds of tiny curiosities, like the Taj Mahal on a grain of rice, a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on a pinhead, or the Seven Wonders of the World painted on a toothpick!
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church of the Immaculate Conception (es. Iglesia Inmaculada Concepción) is one more place of interest located right next to the La Muralla Botanical Park. It was built in the 16th century on the ruins of an old mosque. It served as a shelter in case of invasion.
Mirador Carlos Martinez
We have one more recommendation of an amazing viewpoint in Mijas Pueblo – Mirador Carlos Martinez. The easiest way to get there is by car. While driving, instead of turning to the village center, just keep going for about 3 more minutes, following a street called Carretera Circunvalación Mijas. From the viewpoint, you can admire the village from the top, as well as stunning coastal views further down. Definitely one of the most amazing things to do in Mijas!
What NOT to do in Mijas Pueblo
As we are strongly against tourist activities that involve animals, there is one activity we urge you to avoid during your visit to Mijas Pueblo. Don’t use a donkey taxi ride.
Unfortunately, donkey taxis are one of the main attractions in Mijas’ old town. The story of those taxis starts in the 1960s. Back then locals used donkeys to transport various products like wheat, fruits, or vegetables in large baskets on their backs. Tourists were fascinated by this practice and they started to ask locals to let them ride the donkeys for a small tip. So one local man saw a business opportunity and decided to start a burro taxi company. It gradually became a business, and today there are over 60 burro-taxis in town that charge ridiculous prices, about 15€ per ride.
Taking one look at the sad-looking donkeys was very heartbreaking. As we read later, donkeys are far from treated as they should – they are forced to stand all day and don’t get to rest properly or move freely. Also, they are carrying way too much weight, as a large, healthy donkey should not carry more than about 50 kilos. So please, don’t support this awful “attraction”.
How to get to Mijas Pueblo?
Mijas Pueblo is located about 10km from Benalmadena Pueblo, 30km from Malaga, and 35km from Marbella. The most convenient way to get to Mijas Pueblo is by car or by bus.
Where to park in Mijas Pueblo?
We recommend leaving a car in this parking lot located right next to the Plaza Virgen de la Peña. Parking is big, but it gets full quickly on the weekends. It costs only €1 for a whole day.
Airport near Mijas Pueblo
The closest airport to Mijas Pueblo is located in Malaga, only 20km away. From it, you can reach the town by public transport, car, or taxi. You can check the connections you are interested in on the rome2rio.com website.
To Mijas Pueblo by public transport
You can easily get to Mijas Pueblo by bus. There are usually direct and cheap connections from many places like Mijas Costa, Fuengirola, Malaga, Marbella, or Benalmadena. To check bus connections that might interest you, visit rome2rio.com website.
Unfortunately, there’s no train station in Mijas Pueblo. The closest station is located in Fuengirola from which you can take a bus or taxi to the village.
To Mijas Pueblo by taxi
You can also get to Mijas Pueblo by taxi, which will be the fastest option. For example, a trip from Malaga will take 30 minutes, 20 minutes from Mijas Costa, and 25 minutes from Marbella. To check taxi connections that might interest you, visit rome2rio.com website.
Camping Mijas
If you’re traveling by camper, places like Camping Los Jarales or Camping Cabopino might interest you. They are located in or near Mijas.
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Things to do in Mijas Pueblo, Spain – Summing up
Now you know all about amazing attractions and things to do in Mijas Pueblo. This charming Andalusian white village near Malaga will teleport you a few hundred years back and provide you with amazing views over the coast. Be sure not to skip it during your upcoming trip to Andalusia as you may easily find Mijas Pueblo to be one of the most charming towns on Costa del Sol! Enjoy your trip!
Our opinion about Mijas Pueblo
For us, a visit to Mijas Pueblo was a day trip from the Mijas Las Lagunas where we lived for a few weeks. We visited it in November and back then the town streets were quiet, without many tourists. As we wrote in the beginning, Mijas Pueblo was the first place we visited in Andalusia and it enchanted us from the first steps. It was also our first encounter with a white village, so it probably couldn’t have been any different! There might not be many things to do in Mijas but we spend a nice few hours just wandering across its streets and admiring views over the coast.
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