{"id":9797,"date":"2026-01-14T15:41:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T14:41:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/?p=9797"},"modified":"2026-01-15T15:28:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T14:28:57","slug":"step-back-in-time-the-nao-santa-maria-visits-malaga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/sunset-beach-club-hotel-in-benalmadena-official-blog\/step-back-in-time-the-nao-santa-maria-visits-malaga\/","title":{"rendered":"Step Back in Time: The Nao Santa Mar\u00eda Visits M\u00e1laga"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019re planning a trip to M\u00e1laga this month, make sure you don\u2019t miss this unique experience! The historic replica of the Nao Santa Mar\u00eda<\/strong>, one of the most iconic sailing vessels in maritime history, is making a stop in the city\u2019s port.<\/p>\n\n\n

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A Floating Piece of History<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Nao Santa Mar\u00eda is a faithful and to-scale reconstruction of the legendary vessel which Christopher Columbus sailed to the Americas on in 1492. Built in 2018 using traditional shipbuilding techniques, this stunning replica offers visitors a chance to step aboard and immerse themselves in the life of 15th-century sailors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What to Expect During Your Visit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visitors will be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Explore the decks<\/strong> and see how sailors lived and worked during their transatlantic journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Learn about navigation techniques<\/strong> and the challenges faced during one of history\u2019s most daring expeditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Discover fascinating exhibits<\/strong> showcasing tools, maps, and artefacts used to sail to the New World.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The crew will be on hand to share stories and answer questions, making this an educational and enriching experience for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dates and Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The Nao Santa Mar\u00eda will be docked at M\u00e1laga Port<\/strong> for several days (9th to 25th January 2026), offering guided tours and interactive activities. Tickets can be purchased at the port or online through the official Nao Victoria Foundation website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Prices are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Kids (5-10 years)<\/strong>: 4\u20ac<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Adults(>10 years)<\/strong>: 8\u20ac<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Family entrance<\/strong> (2 adults and up to  3 children): 20\u20ac<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Free access<\/strong> for children under 5 years of age.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Why You Shouldn\u2019t Miss It<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      This is more than just a ship visit \u2014 it\u2019s a chance to connect with history and experience the craftsmanship and courage that changed the course of the world. Whether you\u2019re a history enthusiast, a family looking for a fun outing, or simply curious, the Nao Santa Mar\u00eda promises an exciting day out for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Tip for Sunset Beach Club Guests:<\/strong> M\u00e1laga is just a short drive from the hotel (you can jump on the n\u00ba110 bus just outside the hotel), making this the perfect day trip during your stay. After exploring the ship, why not enjoy a stroll through the city\u2019s historic centre or indulge in some traditional mouth-watering tapas?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Tweet If you\u2019re planning a trip to M\u00e1laga this month, make sure you don\u2019t miss this unique experience! The historic replica of the Nao Santa Mar\u00eda, one of the most iconic sailing vessels in maritime history, is making a stop in the city\u2019s port. A Floating Piece of History The Nao Santa Mar\u00eda is a […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9797","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-sunset-beach-club-hotel-in-benalmadena-official-blog"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9797"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9797"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9797\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9801,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9797\/revisions\/9801"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9797"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9797"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9797"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}