Estepona, the Costa del Sol's most westerly resort, lies more than half way along the coastline to Gibraltar from Malaga airport and is 25 kilometres west of Marbella. You're more likely to pass the time of day over tapas with local people than to run into hordes of tourists, although it is becoming increasingly popular, particularly with golfers. There are sights to see - the clock tower, Los Remedios Church - and chic restaurants and bars around the harbour to sample.
