Where to Park in Estepona: Free Parking, Car Parks, and Blue Zones (2026)

Parking in Estepona is easier than in most Costa del Sol towns, if you know where to look. The old town's narrow streets are pedestrianised, which means you can't park there, but the town has invested in affordable municipal car parks, and several free options exist on the outskirts.

The key is knowing which car park works best for what you're doing.

Visiting the old town? There's an underground car park right beneath it. Heading to the marina or markets? Free parking at the bullring. Staying for a day trip? The €1/day municipal lots are unbeatable value.

This guide covers every parking option in Estepona, from free open-air lots to convenient underground car parks, plus tips for market days, beach visits, and navigating the Low Emission Zone.

Estepona Parking at a Glance

Free Parking in Estepona

Estepona has several genuinely free parking areas. They're slightly further from the centre, but the savings add up, especially for full-day visits.

Parking Litoral (Best Free Option)

• Location: Entrance to Estepona, opposite Carrefour supermarket
• Capacity: 300 spaces
• Hours: 24 hours
• Cost: Free
• Surface: Gravel/stone (not tarmac)
• Distance to centre: 1.4km to Calle Terraza (15-20 minute walk)

This is the largest free car park in Estepona.

There are always spaces available, even on busy days. The catch? It's a 15-20 minute walk to the old town, and the surface is unpaved gravel.

Bus stops for routes L1, L2, and L-79 are nearby if you don't want to walk.

Parking La Cala

• Location: Off Avenida del Litoral via Calle Teniente Serra
• Capacity: 200+ spaces (recently expanded)
• Hours: 24 hours
• Cost: Free
• Distance to centre: 950m to town centre (10-12 minute walk)

A newer free parking area that opened in 2024, located near Carrefour.

Closer to the centre than Parking Litoral and on a better surface. This fills up faster, especially on weekends.

Plaza de Toros (Bullring)

• Location: Near the marina, across from Puerto Deportivo
• Capacity: 50+ spaces
• Cost: Free
• Distance to marina: 3-5 minute walk

The bullring car park is the best free option for visiting the marina, the Sunday markets, or the Paseo Maritimo. It's small but rarely full, except on Sunday mornings when all three markets are running.

Market day warning: On Sundays, arrive before 10am or you'll struggle to find a space. The Marina Market, Bio Market, and Rastro all draw crowds.

Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI

• Location: Off Calle Diputado Ignacio Mena
• Capacity: 50 spaces
• Surface: Asphalt
• Cost: Free

A small free car park near the theatre. Useful if you're attending events or exploring the western side of town.

Municipal €1/Day Car Parks

Estepona's Municipal Parking Plan offers exceptional value: €1 for daytime parking (9am-9pm), €2 for overnight (9pm-9am), or €3 for a full 24 hours. These car parks are managed by APRONA, a social enterprise supporting employment for people with disabilities.

Parking Plaza Antonia Guerrero (Best for Old Town)

• Location: Calle de la Terraza, beneath the old town
• Capacity: 110 spaces
• Hours: 24 hours
• Cost: €1 (9am-9pm) / €2 (9pm-9am) / €3 (24hrs) / €16 (48+ hours)

This underground car park is directly beneath the old town, making it the most convenient option for exploring Estepona's historic centre. You emerge from the car park steps from the main shopping streets and Plaza de las Flores.

Note: Located within the ZBE (Low Emission Zone). All vehicles can access the car park, but check ZBE rules if driving through the zone.

Parking San Lorenzo

• Location: Avenida San Lorenzo
• Capacity: 181 spaces
• Hours: 24 hours
• Cost: €1/day + €3/day surcharge after 48 hours

An open-air municipal car park near the town centre. Note that construction works on the Boulevard project may affect availability in 2025-2026.

Parking Estadio Atletismo (Largest Option)

• Location: Near the athletics stadium
• Capacity: 740 spaces
• Hours: 8:00am-11:30pm (€1) / 11:30pm-8:00am (€2) / 24hrs (€3)
• Distance to centre: 1.2km (15 minute walk)

The largest car park in Estepona with 740 spaces.

You'll always find a spot here. It's a 15-minute walk to the old town, but the €1/day rate makes it worth considering for longer stays.

Parking Publico Ayuntamiento

• Location: Avenida San Lorenzo
• Capacity: 181 spaces
• Hours: 9:00am-9:00pm (€1) / 9:00pm-9:00am (€2) / 24hrs (€3) / 48+ hours (€16)

Another municipal option near the town hall, following the same pricing structure.

24-Hour Underground Car Parks

For maximum convenience or overnight parking, these underground car parks offer 24-hour access with hourly and daily rates.

Parking del Paseo Maritimo

• Location: End of Avenida Juan Carlos I, near the beach
• Capacity: 200 spaces
• Hours: 24 hours
• Cost: €2.40/hour or €17/24 hours

The most convenient option for beach days.

Park underground, walk straight onto the Paseo Maritimo, and the beach is right there. Perfect for families with beach gear who don't want to walk far.

Parking Zapalito

• Location: Avenida Espana, 94
• Hours: 24 hours
• Cost: €2.40/hour or €17/24 hours

A central underground car park with elevator and stair access. Good for longer stays when you need central access.

La Vina Parking

• Location: Huerta Nueva area
• Capacity: 415 spaces
• Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm
• Features: Two entrances/exits, three pedestrian accesses

A large underground facility serving the Huerta Nueva residential and commercial area. Multiple access points make it easy to get in and out.

Blue Zone Street Parking

Blue-lined parking spaces throughout Estepona require payment during regulated hours.

Blue zones are marked with blue lines on the road and blue signs indicating the hours. Buy a ticket from the nearest machine and display it on your dashboard.

Green Zone (Resident Parking)

Green or orange-lined spaces are reserved for residents with permits. Don't park in these unless you have a local permit, or you'll receive a fine.

Parking for Specific Destinations

Old Town / Historic Centre

Best option: Plaza Antonia Guerrero (€1/day, underground, right beneath the old town) Free alternative: Plaza de Toros (free, 10-minute walk)

The old town streets are pedestrianised.

You cannot drive or park within them. Use Plaza Antonia Guerrero for direct access, or park at Plaza de Toros and enjoy the walk through town.

Beach / Paseo Maritimo

Best option: Parking del Paseo Maritimo (€2.40/hour, €17/24hrs, direct beach access) Free alternative: Parking La Cala (free, 10-minute walk to beach)

For families with equipment, the Paseo Maritimo underground car park is worth the cost. For a budget beach day, park at La Cala and walk.

Marina / Port

Best option: Plaza de Toros (free, 3-5 minute walk) Alternative: Puerto Deportivo area (street parking, limited)

The bullring car park is free and close to the marina. Street parking around the port fills quickly, especially on weekends.

Wednesday Market

Best option: Plaza de Toros (free, 8-minute walk) or Sports Centre Las Mesas (free, 5-minute walk) Arrive: Before 10am for guaranteed spaces

The Wednesday market draws crowds.

Nearby street parking fills by 9:30am. Use the free car parks and walk.

Read more: Estepona Weekly Markets

Sunday Markets (Marina, Bio, Rastro)

Best option: Plaza de Toros (free, but fills by 10am on Sundays) Alternative: Parking Litoral (free, 20-minute walk)

Sunday mornings are the busiest for parking near the marina. Arrive before 10am or use Parking Litoral and walk in.

Low Emission Zone (ZBE)

Estepona has a Low Emission Zone (Zona de Bajas Emisiones) covering parts of the town centre. Here's what you need to know:

Exemptions apply for:

• Vehicles registered in Estepona
• Loading/unloading vehicles
• Vehicles accessing public car parks
• Hotel guests driving to their accommodation

If you're visiting the old town and parking in Plaza Antonia Guerrero or another public car park, you're fine to drive through the ZBE.

Parking Tips

What to Avoid

• Parking in pedestrianised streets: You'll be fined and possibly towed
• Overstaying in blue zones: Fines are issued quickly
• Blocking driveways or marked areas: Even briefly
• Relying on street parking in summer: Car parks are more reliable

Best Times to Find Parking

Summary: Which Car Park Should You Use?