Marbella Unscripted: Private Tapas & Tales Tour

ME Marbella, Marbella Spain

people sitting at tables in a narrow alley between buildings

Connect with the destination during your stay at ME Marbella, Marbella, Spain

Stories, flavours and the real Marbella

Some places don’t reveal themselves all at once. Led by acclaimed local photographer Jesús Chacón, this walking tour explores Marbella through personal stories, hidden spaces and flavours with meaning. No obvious stops, no big crowds, just a carefully chosen route through the old town, shaped by memory, light and local knowledge. Normally reserved for close friends and collaborators, this private experience opens up a side of Marbella few ever get to see.

Jesús Chacón grew up here. He knows which alley hides the old library, which tapa isn't on the menu, and where the real stories live. On this private tour, he takes guests through his version of Marbella: lived-in, local and still under the radar. Along the way, there are stops at local tapas bars, the kind only regulars know, with Jesús guiding each order and pairing it with a story. The walk moves through artisan workshops, courtyards and studios, far from the usual spots. It's less about covering ground, more about seeing what matters.

Duration: 3 hours
Number of people: Max. 8 people
Please note: Book at least 48 hours in advance
What does it include? Private walking tour of Marbella's hidden corners with photographer Jesús Chacón, stops at authentic tapas bars with food and drink tastings, insider storytelling, and a personal digital portrait taken by Jesús during the experience.

a white buildings with green and yellow trim

The route shifts depending on the mood, the group, and the time of day. Tapas stops change, stories surface when they're ready, and nothing feels rehearsed. One moment you're in a quiet courtyard, the next in a tucked-away bar that doesn't advertise. Jesús reads the rhythm as it goes, keeping things easy but intentional. This tour is paced by instinct, not by schedule. Conversations move between local history, art and everyday life, shaped by someone who knows Marbella well enough not to oversell it.

No blueprint, no performance - just the real thing, and access to a side of the city few ever get to see. To close the experience, Jesús takes a portrait; a signature of his work and a moment most people don't get. Known for photographing Marbella's most recognisable names, he now adds you to the same lens. A considered finish to an experience shaped by access, detail and the kind of presence that stays with you.