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

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
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
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 Tour with Tourist Train

AU$39
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Tourist Train
From Málaga: Day Trip to Caminito del Rey

From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour

AU$104
per adult
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour
Picture 1 for Activity From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

AU$59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
The best moments

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

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

AU$124
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

AU$88
per adult
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour
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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$602 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$602
28 July - 29 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice property and walkable to downton."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 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$286 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$286
6 July - 7 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)
"Good place to stay only a 20 minute walk to Malaga central, the buffet breakfast was great with lots of options and nice seating inside and out. Pool facility and sauna which was very nice."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
H10 Croma Malaga
H10 Croma Malaga
4 out of 5
Calle Prim, 246, Málaga, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$403 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$403
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (583 reviews)
Just a great property.
"It’s just all round a great property. I loved the rooftop restaurant/bar. The food was cooked perfectly. My husband had the Beef Steak and he said it was the best he’s had in years. My salmon was cooked also perfectly. We definitely would enjoy staying here again."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

H10 Croma Malaga
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
4 out of 5
Calle Granada 61, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$431 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$431
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (982 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with fantastic location. Nothing to fault."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Molina Lario Hotel
Molina Lario Hotel
4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$376 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$376
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful place with a great and Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Molina Lario Hotel
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$200 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$200
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
Girls holiday
"Great location, safe area and a lovely stay"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Málaga Hotel Eliseos
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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
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
Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue showing 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 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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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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La Caleta

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

La Caleta

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