Málaga Centro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Port of Malaga showing a marina, general coastal views and boating
Port of Malaga showing modern architecture and a marina
Malaga Cathedral featuring a park, a city and flowers
Málaga Centro
Malaga Cathedral featuring religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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
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
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
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 Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour

From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour

AU$114
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
The best moments

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

AU$504
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Morocco: Tangier Private Tour from Malaga & Tarifa. All Inclusive
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

AU$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana

From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana

AU$91
per adult
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana
Authentic flamenco show. Alegria and gastronomy Malaga

Authentic flamenco show. Alegria and gastronomy Malaga

AU$46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Authentic flamenco show. Alegria and gastronomy Malaga
Málaga: 3-Hour Complete Walking Tour with Tickets

Málaga: 3-Hour Complete Walking Tour with Tickets

AU$60
per adult
Málaga: 3-Hour Complete Walking Tour with Tickets
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Our pick of the best Málaga Centro Hotel Deals

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$409 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$409
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The property overall is amazing. The staff at the botanic restaurant specially Frann, he was very impressed and friendly. I will recommend it to everyone for a place to stay for vacations. The staff overall was awesome, Thank you so much. Respectfully Adelxis Valero and Gregorio Valdes."

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$220 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, big hotel with good facilities. Helpful staff. Not very good internet and no smart tv options."

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Molina Lario Hotel
Molina Lario Hotel
4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$254 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025

Molina Lario Hotel
Petit Palace Plaza Malaga Hotel
Petit Palace Plaza Malaga Hotel
4 out of 5
Calle Nicasio Calle, 3, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$256 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Nos trataron muy bien"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2025

Petit Palace Plaza Malaga Hotel
Futurotel Malagueta Premium Beach
Futurotel Malagueta Premium Beach
3 out of 5
Calle Maestranza 20, Málaga
The price is AU$63 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 3-star spa capsule hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malagueta Beach and Port ...
7.4/10 Good! (75 reviews)
Great
"Very comfortable."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Futurotel Malagueta Premium Beach
Apartamentos Nono Charming Stay
Apartamentos Nono Charming Stay
3 out of 5
ST. Casas de Campos 15, Málaga
The price is AU$164 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,395 reviews)
"Comfortable big bed and spacious room. Parking in adjacent garage needs to be reserved through the property beforehand at 20/night. Parked a small SUV. Tight but manageable. Area very central. Was not too loud at night despite windows facing the street. Wish there were paper towels or more towels ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Apartamentos Nono Charming Stay
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Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro

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
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 Muelle Uno and Malagueta Beach are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.

La Malagueta
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La Caleta

While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de la Caleta and Malagueta Beach.

La Caleta
Port of Malaga showing a city and general coastal views

El Puerto

Bars, waterfront views and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of El Puerto. Make a stop by Malagueta Beach or Port of Malaga while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

El Puerto
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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 Estadio La Rosaleda and Picasso's Birthplace.

Segalerva

Málaga Centro Travel Guide

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