Things to Do in Mijas Pueblo

1. The Virgen de la Peña chapel and viewpoint

Start where most visitors gasp first. The small chapel of the Virgen de la Peña, patroness of Mijas, is carved straight into the rock and is one of the most loved places in the village. Step outside onto the viewpoint and the whole coast opens up — Fuengirola, the sea and, on clear days, a lot more blue than seems reasonable.

2. Calle San Sebastián

Narrow, steep and dressed in white walls and blue flowerpots, this is one of the village's favourite streets for photos. Walk it slowly, look up, and let everyone else in your group take the picture you were about to take.

3. Plaza de la Constitución

The village square is the easy place to pause: a bench, a little shade, people watching and the feeling that nobody here is in a hurry. It is also a good meeting point if your group drifts in different directions.

4. Plaza de los Siete Caños and the Chapel of Los Remedios

Tucked into the old Santa Ana quarter, this little white square takes its name from the fountain of the "seven spouts", where water from the sierra once arrived and was shared out through the neighbourhood. Overlooking it is the Chapel of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios — locals call it Santa Ana — built in the late 17th or early 18th century and still the starting point of a Holy Week procession. It usually opens on Sunday mornings. And just a few steps away, on the same square, you will find our studio, Blanco Lienzo de Mijas.

5. The bullring

Mijas has a small and unusually shaped bullring that you can visit, and the views from around it are worth the short climb. Check the municipal tourism website for current visiting times.

6. Church of the Inmaculada Concepción and the Muralla gardens

Next to the bullring, the parish church and the gardens along the old wall (the Muralla) give you some of the widest views in the pueblo. Bring water, find a railing, and enjoy the slow version of sightseeing.

7. CAC Mijas — Contemporary Art Centre

Art lovers, this one is for you: the centre is known for its collection of Picasso ceramics, alongside other well-known artists. A perfect stop before you try a little art of your own.

8. The Miniatures Museum

A wonderfully odd little museum full of tiny, intricate objects — the kind of place where you lean closer and closer and then laugh out loud. Great with kids and with anyone who likes details.

9. The Historical and Ethnological Museum

In the old part of the village, this museum shows how life in Mijas used to look — farming, crafts and everyday traditions. Short, interesting and a nice contrast to the beach.

10. The burro-taxi corner

You will probably meet the famous burro-taxi, part of the village's image for decades. Even if you prefer to keep both feet on the ground, it is one of those sights that says "you are in Mijas".

11. Walk up to the Ermita del Calvario

For a little more effort, a path climbs above the village to the small Calvario chapel among the pines. Go early or late in the day, wear proper shoes and take water — the view back over the white roofs is your reward.

12. Taste the village

Tapas, local sweets, a coffee with a view: the pueblo is made for small, slow stops. Wander away from the busiest streets and pick whatever smells best.