Gualchos, Andalusia
Provincia de Granada · Andalusia · Spain · 2,559 residents · on the coast
Gualchos is a seaside village in Provincia de Granada, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 2,559 people. There are 2 notable places to see in and around town, including Playa de Calahonda and Playa Calahonda. The nearest airport is Granada (GRX), about 53 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Playa de Calahonda and Playa Calahonda.
- On the coast, with 2 named beaches nearby.
- Easy to reach: Granada (GRX) is 37 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Gualchos
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beach
Playa Calahonda
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Gualchos
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Gualchos can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for the warm months.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Gualchos and the villages around it is a hire car from Granada (GRX), about 53 min away.
Best time to visit Gualchos
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Granada (GRX)37 miles, about 53 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Málaga (AGP)62 miles, about 1 h 28 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Almería (LEI)57 miles, about 1 h 21 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 23 h 36 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Motril (7 miles), Almería (52 miles), Málaga (57 miles).
Gualchos is good for
Around Gualchos
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Gualchos worth visiting?
Yes. Gualchos is known for Playa de Calahonda and Playa Calahonda, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Gualchos from the UK?
Fly to Granada (GRX), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 53 min by road. Málaga (AGP) is an alternative, 62 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 23 h 36 min.
Is Gualchos good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Gualchos?
Granada (33 miles), Nerja (27 miles), Almuñécar (17 miles) and Motril (7 miles) are all within an hour or so.