La Merced Travel Guide
Málaga
Popular places to visit
Plaza de la Merced
Enjoy the sunshine with the locals in this historic Old Town plaza filled with majestic monuments, Picasso tributes, lanterns, trees and restaurant terraces.
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.
Things to do
Malaga: Centre Pompidou Malaga Entry Ticket and City Audio Guide
Malaga: Picasso’s Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket
From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip
Top hotels in La Merced
Hotel del Pintor Historical Center, by Hoteles con Cultura
Location.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Well and Come Malaga
Absolutely stunning room with enormous free standing bath in room
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Graffiti Suites El Museo
Everything was clean, ac works perfect. Reception attendant was very nice.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Good room. Nice features overall for a 1 night stay. Staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Clean room, 4 AM breakfast is a very good service.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
5 star service
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Merced
Málaga Centro
Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are a few top attractions in Málaga Centro. Hop around the city on the metro at La Marina Station or La Malagueta Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning cathedral and captivating waterfront views.
Monte de Gibralfaro
If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ensanche Centro
While you're in Ensanche Centro, take in top sights like Muelle Uno and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.
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 Muelle Uno are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.
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.
