Málaga, Spain

Málaga

A sunny port city with a Moorish fortress, Picasso's birthplace and city beaches.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Málaga

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Alcazaba fortress and climb to the Gibralfaro castle.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Picasso Museum and the cathedral.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the old town or on the Muelle Uno harbour.

Day 2

Visit Ronda, Nerja or the Caminito del Rey.

What to eat

Espetos, sardines grilled on the beach, and a glass of sweet Málaga wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Málaga

Beat the crowds

The old town is busy from midday. Climb to the Gibralfaro castle early, before the heat.

Best photo spot

The view over the harbour, the bullring and the city from the Gibralfaro walls.

Getting there

Trains run from the airport to the centre. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The Caminito del Rey and the white town of Frigiliana are both about an hour away.

Good to know

Málaga is the birthplace of Picasso. The beaches are right next to the city centre.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Málaga

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Plan your visit

Getting to Málaga

Getting there

  • Málaga Airport (AGP)9 km away
  • Granada Airport (GRX)75 km away
  • Granada90 km away
  • Córdoba135 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Coast, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySpain

Questions

Málaga: good to know

Is Málaga worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food, the coast and historic old towns. A sunny port city with a Moorish fortress, Picasso's birthplace and city beaches.

How many days do you need in Málaga?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Málaga?

You can visit all year. The old town is busy from midday. Climb to the Gibralfaro castle early, before the heat.

How do you get to Málaga?

The nearest airport is Málaga Airport (AGP), about 9 km away. Trains run from the airport to the centre. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Málaga?

Nearby hidden places include Caminito del Rey (40 km), Ronda (66 km) and Setenil de las Bodegas (69 km).

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