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
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
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
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 Tour with Tourist Train

AU$39
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Tourist Train
Picture 17 for Activity Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option

Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option

AU$23
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option
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Morocco: Tangier Private Tour from Malaga & Tarifa. All Inclusive

AU$544
per adult
92% 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: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with Swimming & Optional DJ

Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with Swimming & Optional DJ

AU$32
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with Swimming & Optional DJ
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
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Our pick of the best El Puerto Hotel Deals

Room Mate Collection Valeria, Málaga
Room Mate Collection Valeria, Málaga
4 out of 5
Plaza del Poeta Alfonso Canales, 5, Corner of Plaza de La Marina, Málaga
The price is AU$311 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$311
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Location: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Quality: 3.5/5 The mattress was very uncomfortable, it will sink throughout the night leaving us with neck and back pain throughout the day. Perhaps try your bed before unpacking, we should have."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Room Mate Collection Valeria, Málaga
Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$641 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$641
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful building , exterior and interior. Lobby is decorated with moorish architecture style one will see in Alhambra, Granada. It’s is a beach front hotel with pool perfect for summer hot days! Very clean and comfortable rooms."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Hotel Málaga Vibes
Hotel Málaga Vibes
3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$193 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$193
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (255 reviews)
"The hotel was new and clean the rooftop is cute, its just in an odd spot off the freeay with a weird empy lot close by."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$302 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$302
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel.
"I booked two rooms for my family and myself. The reception staff were welcoming and friendly. Rooms were spacious and beds comfortable. My concerns were the walk to the centre as it was the other side of the river. But, a taxi ride was only six euros. The pool was good, I’d definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
3 out of 5
Camino de los Fresnos, 9, Torremolinos, Malaga
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Second time stopping at hotel zen for 3/4 day trips. Last trip 07/22. Staff brilliant, rooms clean, and only 10 minutes from the airport. Pool area kept clean and communal areas kept clean. Communication was very good, we made an error on our booking and hotel zen were quick to message us and rectify ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
The price is AU$219 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$219
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (179 reviews)
"One of the best hotels in Malaga staff are very welcoming and all aspects of the hotel are amazing highly recommended"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
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Other neighbourhoods around El Puerto

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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
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
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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