They say the sun always reigns supreme on the Costa del Sol, but every now and then, the clouds decide to give our flowers a break and gift us a rainy day. And although it might seem like the plan goes awry, Estepona in the rain has a different charm. The streets of the old town shine in a new way, the scent of damp earth mingles with that of the night-blooming jasmine, and the city becomes more intimate, more ours.
If you get caught in a downpour while out for a walk, don’t put your umbrella away sadly. Here’s how to enjoy a gray day with all the color of the south.
A stroll under the arcades and museums
Rain is the perfect excuse to visit the Orchidarium, where you’ll be safe under its glass domes while enjoying a tropical rainforest in the heart of the city. You can also lose yourself in the rooms of the Archaeological Museum or simply take a leisurely stroll.
If you’re one of those people who never puts their camera down, even when it’s cloudy, remember that we already told you about the 5 most Instagrammable spots in Estepona’s old town. With the wet ground, the reflections of the colorful flowerpots on the white streets create photos that look like oil paintings. Pure magic!
The best refuge: The warmth of a good meal
But let’s be clear: when the sky turns gray, what you crave most is the warmth of a home. That’s where Abanico Restaurant in Estepona comes in.
Stepping through our door on a rainy day is like receiving a warm embrace. At Abanico Restaurant, we cherish that cozy atmosphere that’s created when it’s drizzling outside and inside you hear the clinking of glasses and the murmur of good conversation. Our promise is that you’ll forget the dampness outside as soon as you smell the aroma wafting from our kitchen.
Flavors that chase away the cold (and your worries)
What could be better on a rainy day than discovering new flavors? We invite you to get comfortable, take off your jacket, and let yourself be carried away by our culinary offerings. In our menu you’ll find that special dish that will make you feel at peace with the weather.
From a good local wine to warm you up, to those meats and tapas cooked with the care that only the team at Restaurante Abanico in Estepona knows how to give. Because here we don’t just serve food; we serve moments of peace so that, even if it’s pouring rain outside, the sun always shines inside our restaurant.