La Merced Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Plaza de la Merced which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city
La Merced
Plaza de la Merced featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and outdoor art
La Merced
Photo by Alavia
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Popular places to visit

Plaza de la Merced

Plaza de la Merced

This magnificent plaza at the heart of Málaga’s Old Town is steeped in history but full of life, a popular meeting spot for visitors and locals alike.

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 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

Activities

Malaga Evening Wine and Tapas Tour

The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour
Mysterious Malaga Night Tour with Private Guide

Mysterious Malaga Night Tour with Private Guide

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mysterious Malaga Night Tour with Private Guide
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

AU$136
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour
Malaga: Guided tour of Picasso's Birthplace Museum

Malaga: Guided tour of Picasso's Birthplace Museum

AU$26
per adult
Malaga: Guided tour of Picasso's Birthplace Museum
Go local for a day!

Go local for a day!

AU$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Go local for a day!
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Our pick of the best La Merced Hotel Deals

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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (523 reviews)
"Public parking very close. Quiet and close to every thing you need to see."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$307 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$307
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"There was nothing you couldn't like about the hotel. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The location is excellent, right in the middle of everything. The rooms are spotless clean, the breakfast was amazing, plenty of choices. Roof top bar was beautiful with plunge pool. I would certainly ..."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Hotel Well and Come Malaga
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$171 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (1,715 reviews)
"This is a convenient place to stay if you have a late/ early flight out of Malaga airport. While it is close to the airport as the crow flies, it can be pretty tricky to get yourself into the parking lot. Nice staff, nice place."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$574 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$574
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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)
"Beautiful hotel with incredible accommodations…beyond 5 star"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
4 out of 5
Carretera Nacional 340, km 217, Urbanizacion Torremuelle, Benalmádena, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$136 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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! (483 reviews)
"The hotel is quite away from the busy areas. Not many restaurants around. Eating and drinking in the hotel was expensive."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
3 out of 5
Paseo de Reding, 19, Málaga, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$164 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 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! (962 reviews)
"Friendly staff that went out of their way to be helpful. Room was basic but fine for what we needed, only thing missing was a kettle in the room . Would stay again"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Málaga Hotel Eliseos
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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(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
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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Segalerva

While Segalerva may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.

Segalerva
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

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