El Puerto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Port of Malaga showing a city and general coastal views
Port of Malaga which includes cycling, a marina and modern architecture
Port of Malaga showing general coastal views, boating and a city
Port of Malaga showing night scenes and a city
Port of Malaga featuring a city, night scenes and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

Port of Malaga featuring a city and night scenes

Port of Malaga

4.5/5(6 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 which includes a coastal town, a beach and swimming

Malagueta Beach

4/5(8 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 showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Inside the grand Palacio de Buenavista is a comprehensive tribute to the life of Picasso, from his childhood in Málaga to his days as an artistic master.

Picasso Museum Malaga
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

4/5(12 reviews)

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.

Alcazaba
Malaga Cathedral which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture

Málaga Cathedral

4.5/5(8 reviews)

The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.

Málaga Cathedral
Calle Larios

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.

Calle Larios

Activities

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour
The best moments

Morocco: Tangier Private Tour from Malaga & Tarifa. All Inclusive

AU$543
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Morocco: Tangier Private Tour from Malaga & Tarifa. All Inclusive
Malaga Interactive Music Museum + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums

AU$48
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Trip

Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset

AU$39
per adult
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
TOP WINE TOUR- Vineyard & cellar visit + 6 top wines + tapas

TOP WINE TOUR- Vineyard & cellar visit + 6 top wines + tapas

AU$161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TOP WINE TOUR- Vineyard & cellar visit + 6 top wines + tapas
City Sightseeing Malaga: 1-Hour Boat Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga: 1-Hour Boat Tour

AU$23
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga: 1-Hour Boat Tour
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Our pick of the best El Puerto Hotel Deals

Room Mate Valeria Hotel
Room Mate Valeria Hotel
4 out of 5
Plaza del Poeta Alfonso Canales, 5, Corner of Plaza de La Marina, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$329 per night from 14 May to 15 May
AU$329
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Check-in was a breeze. Staff very friendly. Great location. Walked everywhere."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

Room Mate Valeria Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
3 out of 5
Avenida de Velazquez 294 Salida, Autovia MA-21 en direccíón Aeropuerto, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$176 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,727 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
4 out of 5
Carretera Nacional 340, km 217, Urbanizacion Torremuelle, Benalmádena, Malaga
The price is AU$205 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Benalmádena. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (495 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"The hotel was immaculate throughout. The room was very comfortable. I needed an iron and ironing board and it was delivered to the room within minutes All staff we encountered were friendly and helpful Facilities were good. Lovely balcony with sea view. Just a short drive from the busier part but ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$673 per night from 14 May to 15 May
AU$673
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, the staff are so welcoming, it’s spotlessly clean, we felt so spoiled, didn’t want to leave. We will certainly go back, not just for the hotel, but we loved Malaga. Thank you for making our stay perfect x"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
4 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo s/n, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is AU$169 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice stay, I would love to come back!"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
3 out of 5
Paseo de Reding, 19, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$181 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (979 reviews)
"Perfect location on the edge of the old town overlooking the bullring. Just 5 minutes from restaurants and stalls on the waterfront and 15 minutes into the town centre. Room is basic, no kettle and only small sachets of shower gel. Very clean though and staff were very friendly. Fabulous breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Málaga Hotel Eliseos
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Other neighbourhoods around El Puerto

Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue showing a park

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.

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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Polígono Alameda

While you're in Polígono Alameda, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Commercial Center and jump on the metro at Guadalmedina Station to see more of the city.

Polígono Alameda
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
Plaza de la Merced showing a monument, heritage architecture and a city

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.

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

Málaga Centro

4.5/5(29 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

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