The Roman baths of Las Bóvedas de Guadalmina can be found in the province of Marbella, and make for a great day out for those staying nearby. If you have arranged a car hire malaga airport, the baths are just a short drive away.
The baths date way back to the 3rd century but have not known to locals as long as you might imagine. They were first discovered in 1926, and the remains of the roman baths can be found next to the beach in Guadalmina. They consist of seven stone rooms, which have been built in an interesting octagonal shape.
While most are in agreement that these ruins were indeed roman baths, there are some who dispute this. As what remains is just that - remains - nobody can be completely sure, and some believe they were actually built and used for large deposits for water. Luckily, the crypts have survived over the years despite their age and have held their own against some brutal weather conditions.
The baths are free to visit, make for a great photo opportunity and are a unique chance to get a taste of the history of Marbella. You can get there easily from the neighbouring towns and city by driving, and you may want to consider a car hire gibraltar if you are staying in this area.
