La Merced Travel Guide

Málaga

Plaza de la Merced showing a monument, heritage architecture and a city
La Merced
Plaza de la Merced which includes outdoor art, a city and a monument
La Merced
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Popular places to visit

Plaza de la Merced

Plaza de la Merced

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Enjoy the sunshine with the locals in this historic Old Town plaza filled with majestic monuments, Picasso tributes, lanterns, trees and restaurant terraces.

Plaza de la Merced
Torrijos Monument

Torrijos Monument

Learn about the local history of Málaga with a stop at Torrijos Monument. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Torrijos Monument
Port of Malaga featuring night scenes and a city

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
Malagueta Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and swimming

Malagueta Beach

4/5(584 reviews)

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

Malagueta Beach
Picasso Museum Malaga which includes interior views and art as well as an individual female

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
Malaga Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

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

Things to do

Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

฿2,819
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs
Malaga essentials

Malaga essentials

฿2,255
per adult
Malaga essentials
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

฿2,819
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

฿2,969
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour
Malaga : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide

Malaga : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)

฿3,383
per adult
Malaga : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)
Go local for a day!

Go local for a day!

฿1,353
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Go local for a day!
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Top hotels in La Merced

Graffiti Suites El Museo

Graffiti Suites El Museo

3.5 out of 5
Calle Madre de Dios 11, Calle Alamos 37, Málaga
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (633 reviews)
"big unit, excellent staff, walkable to all areas. Just fantastic."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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Graffiti Suites El Museo
Hotel Well and Come Malaga

Hotel Well and Come Malaga

4 out of 5
Calle Madre de Dios 19, Málaga
The price is ฿6,360 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿6,360
฿6,997 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
"Very clean and great facilities. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hotel Well and Come Malaga
Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

3.5 out of 5
Calle Plaza de Toros Vieja, 11, Malaga
The price is ฿3,497 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,497
฿3,846 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"Hotel is modern. Room was a good size and well fitted out. Walk into town only took 5/10 minutes as did the walk to the train station. Had problems when checking in and out concerning payment for breakfast as there was some difficulty in their finding on their system that I had prepaid. Thought ‘holding’ ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿3,087 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,087
฿3,396 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Gran Hotel Miramar GL

Gran Hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿9,489 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿9,489
฿10,438 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! The pool was gorgeous & the hotel is located right across the street from the beach! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Our room was clean with lots of extras such as robes, chocolates on our pillow & turn down service. Simply wonderful!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Gran Hotel Miramar GL
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is ฿2,489 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,489
฿2,738 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (892 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the main shopping and dinning area in Torremolinos. Bed was super comfy! Check in staff (I think her name was Catherine) was so lovely and friendly and helpful with all my questions. No fridge or kettle, but amazing buffet breakfast until 1pm!! I had a Seaview ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

tent Torremolinos
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Other neighbourhoods around La Merced

Port of Malaga showing general coastal views, boating and a marina

Málaga Centro

4.5/5(807 area reviews)

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.

Málaga Centro
Gibralfaro Castle showing mist or fog, heritage architecture and a city

Monte de Gibralfaro

If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.

Monte de Gibralfaro
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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.

Perchel Norte
Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue showing a park

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.

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 Muelle Uno are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.

La Malagueta
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SoHo

While you're in SoHo, 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

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