La Malagueta Travel Guide
Málaga
Visit La Malagueta
Popular places to visit
Plaza de Toros de la Malagueta
Catch an event at Plaza de Toros de la Malagueta during your trip to Málaga. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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
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 La Malagueta
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
The customer service was faultless We felt so looked after The only disappointment was having to pay to use the hotel spa
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
This was a great choice for our two day stay. We could walk to the old town sites and the on-site parking let us take our car out for the terrific car museum. Simple, clean room with everything we needed.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
MS Maestranza Málaga Centro
The room was cleaned well. The room furniture was looking a little worn in places and could do with being replaced.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Futurotel Malagueta Premium Beach
Having read the lovers and haters reviews, here's a very honest one. Ok, so we waited 10 minutes pressing the bell before someone came to reception to check us in. Then they wanted money because they had 2 bookings showing, one of which wasn't paid for, even though I only had one booking! I was then ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Great hotel
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Costa Málaga (Adults Recommended) by Pierre & Vacances
Very hospitable staff, great location to get access to metro, town centre and beach. Very good amenities on site and competitively priced.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Malagueta
Monte de Gibralfaro
If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.
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.
La Caleta
While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Malagueta Beach and Playa de la Caleta.
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.
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.
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.
