What to do in Malaga?

Malaga is one of the most touristy cities in Spain and Europe, with thousands of visitors every year. This beautiful city on the Costa del Sol is worth it not only for its beauty, but also for its numerous activities. Malaga is famous for its fairs, its monuments, its museums and... its tapas and wines! If you want to know what to do in Malaga to enjoy yourself to the fullest, stay with us!

Participate in the August fair

The August fair, also called "Malaga fair" is a festival that lasts about 8 days in the city and is one of the most famous. It brings together thousands of participants, including Spanish, foreign, and local tourists. It is organized every year and begins on Friday night just before August 19. It can be enjoyed in two different areas of the city, both day and night. You will find fireworks, fairgrounds, concerts, tastings... everything!

Visit the museums of Malaga

We are going to present you three of the best museums to visit in Malaga during your stay.

The Picasso Museum

Malaga has several museums and among them, one of the most famous of all: the Picasso Museum. This museum is dedicated to the master painter of Cubism and Surrealism: Pablo Picasso. He was born in Malaga and it was his will to leave an artistic legacy in the city of Andalusia that he esteemed so much.

There are several types of tickets that you can buy in advance online or at the ticket offices on the same day. In general, a ticket costs between €6 and €12.

The Malaga Pompidou Centre

This center offers a tour of 20th century art. You can enjoy multidisciplinary programs dedicated to cinema, dance, the word or representation. The entrance fee is between €2.50 and €9.

The Museum of Imagination

Ideal for children and a family plan, this museum will transport you to the world of imagination. The little ones can have fun in a children's room, while adults fill their eyes and ears with illusions and mysteries. Visual illusions, music that you can hear not only with your ears, games of light and shadow... Let yourself be carried away to another world!

Discover the Andalusian tapas

You cannot miss the delicious Andalusian tapas if you are traveling and visiting Malaga. In fact, to discover the most of the province's gastronomy, we recommend you take a tapas and restaurant tour. In the historic center and the oldest neighborhood of the city, you will find several bars with different specialties. Grilled octopus, chorizo from Árdales, chocolate meatballs, anchovies with lemon... Yum Yum!

Visit the monuments

Malaga is a city with a very wide cultural offer. You can visit several monuments and learn a lot about the history of the city.

The Roman theater

The Roman theater of Malaga is located in the western area of the hill where the Alcazaba is located, a fortress. Its origin dates back to the time of Augustus, in the 1st century after Christ.

The Castle of Gibralfaro

This monument is one of the most famous and visited in Malaga. When you visit it, you can tour its walls and enjoy amazing views of Malaga. Do you like photography? Then this spot is perfect for you.

The Alcazaba

We recommend you take a walk to this monument, it is a fortress palace from the Muslim era. Built between 1057 and 1063, it is an architectural and historical treasure. It is located at the foot of Mount Gibralfaro. The entrance fee to visit it is between €1.5 and €3.5.

Where to stay to visit Malaga?

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