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
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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

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

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

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

Málaga Cathedral

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

Málaga Cathedral
Picasso Museum Malaga showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

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

Activities

Mysterious Malaga Night Tour with Private Guide

Mysterious Malaga Night Tour with Private Guide

AU$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mysterious Malaga Night Tour with Private Guide
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

AU$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour
Picasso’s Malaga: City Exploration Game

Picasso Quest Experience in Malaga

AU$14
per adult
Picasso Quest Experience in Malaga
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

AU$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs
Go local for a day!

Go local for a day!

AU$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Go local for a day!
Malaga essentials

Malaga essentials

AU$108
per adult
Malaga essentials
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Our pick of the best La Merced Hotel Deals

Hotel Well and Come Malaga

Hotel Well and Come Malaga

4 out of 5
Calle Madre de Dios 19, Málaga
The price is AU$341 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$341
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (141 reviews)
"Great location and amazing staff service"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Hotel Well and Come Malaga
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! (593 reviews)
"This experience was amazing. Very clean, super convenient and walkable. We are a family of 4 and we loved it. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

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Graffiti Suites El Museo
Casa Letran GuestHouse

Casa Letran GuestHouse

1 out of 5
C. San Juan de Letrán 11, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$118 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$118
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are located ...
7/10 Good! (36 reviews)
We had a great stay!
"We stayed June 2025 and we genuinely had an amazing stay. The value for money was the best we had in Spain and we were pleasantly surprised with how light and airy the room was. Bathroom was shared but we didn't bump into anyone during our stay. Air con works well and the terrace on the roof is lovely. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Casa Letran GuestHouse
Coeo Peña Design Apartments

Coeo Peña Design Apartments

4 out of 5
C. Peña 10, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$580 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$580
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"Excelent property and very close to the historic district"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Coeo Peña Design Apartments
Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$674 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$674
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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! (1,007 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$199 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$199
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! (265 reviews)
"Stayed here a few times now. Great pool and loungers on the roof with a bar with food options. Staff are very helpful and always available. Handy for the airport and i would certainly recommend."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
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Other neighbourhoods around La Merced

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

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 château or palace

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 featuring 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 showing signage and a 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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