Málaga Centro Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Soho
With a visit to Soho, a favourite shopping spot in Málaga, you can enjoy some retail therapy. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
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.
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
Costa del Sol: Day Trip to Ronda and Setenil
Malaga: Centre Pompidou Malaga Entry Ticket and City Audio Guide
Málaga: Cathedral, Alcazaba, Roman Theater Walking Tour
Malaga: Picasso’s Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Málaga Centro
Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
The staff was extremely friendly. The property was very well-maintained.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
The hotel is amazing, staff are so nice and the location is perfect!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Great hotel. Large junior suite with big balcony. A good 20 min walk to the Basilica and Picasso museum. Food and wine in the restaurant was good and reasonably priced. We recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
ibis Malaga Centro Ciudad
The location was very good, easy to get around to all areas
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Molina Lario Hotel
Beautiful hotel, very clean and spacious room with a lot of storage room. Staff is helpful. Very convenient location. Even boring, every day the same, breakfast didn't spoil our pleasant stay. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
A lovely hotel right in the gorgeous old town of Malaga. We had the most basic room but were still really impressed with it - spacious, modern and stylish. Had breakfast on the terrace one day which was nice but expensive (as hotel breakfasts always are!) and some rounds of drinks. The pool is tiny ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro
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.
Monte de Gibralfaro
If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.
Ensanche Centro
While you're in Ensanche Centro, take in top sights like Soho 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.
SoHo
While you're in SoHo, take in top sights like Soho and jump on the metro at La Marina 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.
Málaga Centro Travel Guide
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- La Malagueta Hotels
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- Carretera de Cadiz Hotels
- El Puerto Hotels
- Cruz de Humilladero Hotels
- La Caleta Hotels
- Ensanche Centro Hotels
- Palma-Palmilla Hotels
- La Merced Hotels
- Polígono Alameda Hotels
- Monte de Gibralfaro Hotels
- Perchel Norte Hotels
- Perchel Sur Hotels
- La Trinidad Hotels
- La Victoria Hotels
- La Goleta Hotels
- Plaza de Toros Vieja Hotels
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