The Caves of Nerja are one of Spain’s top tourist attractions – complete with floodlit stalactites, stalagmites and other magnificent rock formations. Just over 3 kms from the town on the Ctra Maro, the largest of the caves contains paintings some 20,000 years old.
Just three kilometers from the centre of town, lays one of Nerja’s most spectacular attractions, its fascinating caves. Discovered in 1957, by some young boys out playing, they include archaeological treasures such as paintings over 20,000 years old and other pre-historic remains. One of the huge natural caverns has been transformed into a concert hall, where many music and flamenco performances are staged during the summer months. It takes about an hour to wander round all the caverns, more if you like caves. And these are quite special. You will find an informative visitors centre, a restaurant and bar, gift shop and well organized parking. There is also a play area for children.
Tickets are 5 Euros Opening times: July and August 09.30 – 8pm Rest of year 09.30 – 6.30pm apparently, during a local fiesta, everyone goes to the caves area for dancing, singing and (extremely large) picnicking.