Málaga Centro Travel Guide

Málaga
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Popular places to visit

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Port of Malaga

4.5/5(635 reviews)

One of Spain’s most popular cruise ports is a great place to experience the atmosphere and history of lively, welcoming Málaga.

Port of Malaga
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Picasso Museum Malaga

4/5(289 reviews)

Within the Palacio de Buenavista, a 16th-century palace, is this museum showcasing the life and works of Malaga’s most celebrated artist.

Picasso Museum Malaga
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Málaga Cathedral

4.5/5(477 reviews)

The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.

Málaga Cathedral
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Alcazaba

4.5/5(315 reviews)

Explore the lavishly decorated residence of Moorish sultans and other rulers in this thousand-year-old fortress built on the remains of a Roman settlement.

Alcazaba
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Calle Larios

4.5/5(85 reviews)

During your visit to Malaga Historic Centre, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Calle Larios. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Calle Larios
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Gibralfaro Castle

4.5/5(300 reviews)

Malaga’s most famous landmark sits on top of a mountain and offers panoramic views of the city and the Alboran Sea, stretching all the way to Africa.

Gibralfaro Castle

Things to do

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Hammam Al Andalus - MIMMA 15

฿2,139
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Hammam Al Andalus - MIMMA 15
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Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

฿3,017
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour
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The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

฿2,864
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour
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From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip

฿989
Per adult
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
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Malaga Tapas and Wine Tour

฿4,772
Per adult
Malaga Tapas and Wine Tour
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The Alhambra of Granada from Malaga and Torremolinos

฿3,705
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
The Alhambra of Granada from Malaga and Torremolinos
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Top hotels in Málaga Centro

easyHotel Málaga City Centre
easyHotel Málaga City Centre
1 out of 5
Avda Ingeniero Jose Maria Garnica, 6, Málaga
The price is ฿2,751 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
฿2,751
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this guesthouse in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (781 reviews)
"Super clean and easy base while visiting Malaga. Easy location a short walk from train stop and shopping mall. Not fancy but has everything you need for a couple days visiting the city."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

easyHotel Málaga City Centre
Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿13,846 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
฿13,846
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"A great stay! The pool area is really nice and rooms really well cleaned. Really liked the turn down service."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
4 out of 5
Calle Granada 61, Málaga, Málaga
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The price is ฿8,894 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿8,894
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (644 reviews)
"Nice property with rooftop small pool area. Convenient to everything. No parking in front of property, so have to walk 1 block for taxi drop off or pickup. No big deal but body soap dispenser was not working, I had to ask 3 times to get it fixed. Stayed in Suite and plenty of space and plugs. No ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Only YOU Hotel Malaga
Only YOU Hotel Malaga
5 out of 5
Alameda Principal, 1, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿10,815 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿10,815
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (414 reviews)
"Hotel is really good, room was very nice and comfortable, dining options are multiple and diversified, all areas around are walkable and super nice Hotel service and staff are excellent! Only a couple of notes about the room, Some drawers will help a lot, there are only 2 small closets and no drawers ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Only YOU Hotel Malaga
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
The price is ฿5,241 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿5,241
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Ideal hotel in Tarifa
"Perfect location with a good sized room, great shower and lovely patio"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
3 out of 5
Paseo de Reding, 19, Málaga, Malaga
The price is ฿4,048 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,048
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (836 reviews)
"As others have mentioned, it’s basic but that is what I was going for."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro

Plaza de la Merced showing a monument, heritage architecture and a city

La Merced

If you're spending some time in La Merced, Plaza de la Merced and Teatro Cervantes de Malaga are top sights worth seeing.

La Merced
Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue showing a park

Ensanche Centro

While you're in Ensanche Centro, take in top sights like Teatro del Soho CaixaBank and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.

Ensanche Centro
Malagueta Beach featuring signage and a sandy beach

La Malagueta

Pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few things travellers love about La Malagueta. Sights like Malagueta Beach and English Cemetery are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.

La Malagueta
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La Caleta

While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Malagueta Beach and Playa de la Caleta.

La Caleta
Port of Malaga showing a city and general coastal views

El Puerto

Bars, waterfront views and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of El Puerto. Make a stop by Malagueta Beach or Port of Malaga while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Palma-Palmilla

Travellers like the parks in Palma-Palmilla, and Estadio La Rosaleda is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Palma-Palmilla

Málaga Centro Travel Guide