El Chaparral Travel Guide
Málaga
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Popular places to visit

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

Malagueta Beach
Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.

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

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

Alcazaba
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.

Calle Larios
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.
Things to do

Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena

Malaga: Centre Pompidou Malaga Entry Ticket and City Audio Guide

Ferry between Benalmádena and Fuengirola (One Way or Return)

Malaga: Picasso’s Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket

From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
Top hotels in El Chaparral

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Everything was excellent, but there was an unbearable sewer smell coming from the bathroom.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Booked a non refundable room while in transit apparently only a few hours before arrival. Then plane returned to Paris (origin). Emailed hotel to explain and no consideration offered. NOT REASONABLE
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Gran Hotel Miramar GL
Great staff and Hotel was perfect
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Great hotel, great style, very friendly.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Flex Malaga City Center
The room is clean, staff are nice, good location, easy reach to all public transport, There are big shopping malls and restaurants
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

tent Torremolinos
Could be very good! Needs tea & coffee in the room to add easy for early morning Heating/aircon doesn't work in winter they said the heat can't be turned down
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Chaparral

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

Cruz de Humilladero
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Cruz de Humilladero. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trade Fair and Congress Center of Malaga, and catch the metro at Barbarela Station or Portada Alta Station to see more of the area.

La Trinidad
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Trinidad and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.

Ciudad Jardin
Ciudad Jardin is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Malaga Botanical Garden and Mirador Del Cochino.

Polígono Alameda
While you're in Polígono Alameda, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Commercial Center and jump on the metro at Guadalmedina Station to see more of the city.

Perchel Norte
Perchel Norte might not have many top sights, but Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

