Monte de Gibralfaro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gibralfaro Castle showing mist or fog, heritage architecture and château or palace
Gibralfaro Castle showing a city and mist or fog
Gibralfaro Castle which includes a city and heritage architecture
Gibralfaro Castle showing heritage architecture and château or palace
Monte de Gibralfaro

Popular places to visit

Gibralfaro Castle which includes a coastal town, a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Gibralfaro Castle

4/5(5 reviews)

Malaga’s most famous landmark sits on top of a mountain and offers panoramic views of the city and the Alboran Sea, stretching all the way to Africa.

Gibralfaro Castle
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
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
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 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
Express Tour 40 minutes in Malaga Mirador Gibralfaro and Photography

Express Tour 40 minutes in Malaga Mirador Gibralfaro and Photography

AU$23
per adult
Express Tour 40 minutes in Malaga Mirador Gibralfaro and Photography
Malaga Shore Excursion: Mijas pueblo

Malaga private Shore Excursion: Malaga Highlights & Mijas White Washed Village

AU$1,717
per traveller
Malaga private Shore Excursion: Malaga Highlights & Mijas White Washed Village
Historic Malaga: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

Historic Malaga: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

AU$880
per traveller
Historic Malaga: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert
Sightseeing Walking tour in Málaga

Málaga’s Historic Heart: A Cultural Walking Tour

AU$988
per adult
Málaga’s Historic Heart: A Cultural Walking Tour
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Scenic Train

AU$53
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Scenic Train
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Our pick of the best Monte de Gibralfaro Hotel Deals

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$252 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$252
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"This is a well located hotel for the train station - just a 7 min walk - makes it easy for the airport and getting to Torremolinos.....but it is a good 15 min walk to the centre along a busy road"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
tent Torremolinos
tent Torremolinos
3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is AU$175 per night from 12 June to 13 June
AU$175
12 June - 13 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (755 reviews)
"LOVED this place! It is by far the best property we stayed at on our trip to Spain (we travelled all around the country). The rooms were nice, the pool was great, the buffet was excellent! And if you decide to bring in your own food, the bar staff gives you plates and cutlery, allows you to use the ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

tent Torremolinos
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
The price is AU$199 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$199
29 June - 30 June
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"Very nice room and all the staff were very polite and helpful"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
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$184 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$184
15 June - 16 June
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! (1,003 reviews)
Perfect stay
"Really enjoyed our stay. Lovely staff, great location, amazing views, and a nice pool on the roof to cool off after a day in the sun - a perfect few days!"

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
4 out of 5
Carretera Nacional 340, km 217, Urbanizacion Torremuelle, Benalmádena, Malaga
The price is AU$308 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$308
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (536 reviews)
"Hotel was really clean. Breakfast was good with plenty of variety. Nice area beside the beach. Staff were always good at ordering taxis for guests."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
4 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo s/n, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is AU$221 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$221
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
very central apartment
"very central apartment, which was clean and ticked all the boxes, balcony was huge"

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around 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
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
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
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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
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
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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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