Málaga Centro Travel Guide
Málaga
Visit Málaga Centro
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.
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.
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.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
Things to do
From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
Malaga: Centre Pompidou Malaga Entry Ticket and City Audio Guide
Malaga: Picasso’s Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
Top hotels in Málaga Centro
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Staff was outstanding! Jesus was very helpful and a delight to converse with during our check-in and throughout our stay. The hotel is wonderful, lovely rooms, abundant breakfast choices. Good location.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
we did not have breakfast as not breakfast people but we did have a light lunch by the pool. which was good with good service as well. we went to the Spa and did the 1 hour circuit had the place to ourselves. our room was large and very modern white and blue which is too modern and cool for me but ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Flex Malaga City Center
Room was clean , basic , bed comfortable, towels etc changed and room clean daily.It was a nice leisurely walk down to the shops near the marina about 15/20 minutes away, train station 5 minutes away ideal for all amenities from shops, restaurants, bars etc would use it again in the future , when ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Very clean very welcoming. Everyone made our stay perfect thank you very much
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Molina Lario Hotel
Excellent location in the middle of the old town. We had a deluxe room and it was worth the money, it was spotlessly clean, spacious and well appointed. The roof terrace was lovely, fantastic views across the city which was perfect for the Christmas lights show. The hotel staff were excellent, very ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Nice hôtel, good location, 5 min walk to Malagueta beach
Reviewed on 17 Dec 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.
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.
Monte de Gibralfaro
If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.
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 Teatro del Soho CaixaBank 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 El Corte Ingles Commercial Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
