Málaga Centro Travel Guide

Málaga

Port of Malaga showing general coastal views, boating and a marina
Port of Malaga showing a marina and modern architecture
Malaga Cathedral which includes a city, a park and flowers
Málaga Centro
Malaga Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, religious elements and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Port of Malaga featuring night scenes and a city

Port of Malaga

4.5/5(635 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 showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and swimming

Malagueta Beach

4/5(584 reviews)

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

Malagueta Beach
Picasso Museum Malaga which includes interior views and art as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

4/5(289 reviews)

Within the Palacio de Buenavista, a 16th-century palace, is this museum showcasing the life and works of Malaga’s most celebrated artist.

Picasso Museum Malaga
Malaga Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

Málaga Cathedral

4.5/5(477 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

4.5/5(85 reviews)

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
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

4.5/5(315 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

Things to do

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Tourist Train

£24
per adult
90% 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

£49
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour

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

£60
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
Picture 1 for Activity From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

£26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

£42
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana

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

£47
per adult
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana
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Top hotels in Málaga Centro

Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is £326 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£326
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,010 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 ILUNION Malaga

Hotel ILUNION Malaga

4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
The price is £126 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£126
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"It was walking distance from the train station, the beach and the shopping. Great stay! Everything very clean"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hotel ILUNION 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £200 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£200
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
"Hotel has an excellent central location + is well appointed House keeping is of a high standard Very disappointed with the lack of clarity regarding room refreshments- complimentary nuts in jars left on arrival - seemed a nice touch. When these were then topped up we were stung with a ' Mini Bar ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
AC Hotel Málaga Palacio by Marriott

AC Hotel Málaga Palacio by Marriott

4 out of 5
Cortina Del Muelle 1, Málaga, Malaga
The price is £173 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£173
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"great service"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

AC Hotel Málaga Palacio by Marriott
H10 Croma Malaga

H10 Croma Malaga

4 out of 5
Calle Prim, 246, Málaga, Malaga
The price is £216 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£216
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (614 reviews)
"Fantastic modern holiday in a great location. Friendly staff and really good rooftop bar and pool"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

H10 Croma Malaga
Molina Lario Hotel

Molina Lario Hotel

4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22, Málaga, Malaga
The price is £183 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£183
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Amazing stuff and property. The staff provided an excellent costumer service. Daniel was amazing. Can’t wait to come back!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Molina Lario Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro

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
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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