1. Alcazaba and Gibralfaro
An 11th-century Moorish fortress-palace on the hillside, linked by walls to the Gibralfaro castle above, with views over the port.
2. Picasso Museum Málaga
Over 200 works by the artist, who was born in the city, in a Renaissance palace in the old town.
3. Roman Theatre
The remains of a theatre from the 1st century BC, right below the Alcazaba and free to view.
4. Málaga Cathedral
Nicknamed "La Manquita", the one-armed lady, because its second tower was never finished. Rooftop tours offer views.
5. Atarazanas Market
The central food market, behind a Moorish gateway, for fresh fish and fried seafood.
6. Muelle Uno and the Centre Pompidou Málaga
The redeveloped port promenade with restaurants and the colourful glass cube of the Pompidou’s Málaga outpost.
7. La Malagueta beach
The city beach, a short walk from the old town, with chiringuitos grilling sardine skewers (espetos).
8. Caminito del Rey
A famous cliff-side boardwalk through a gorge, about an hour from the city. Book timed tickets well ahead.
Day trips from Málaga
- Nerja and Frigiliana: about 1 hour by bus or car.
- Ronda: about 1h45 by car.
- Caminito del Rey: about 1 hour by car; book tickets.
- Granada: about 1h15 by train.
What to eat
- Espetos (sardines grilled on skewers at the beach)
- Porra antequerana
- Fried anchovies (boquerones)
- Sweet Málaga wine
Tip: Try espetos, sardines grilled on skewers over driftwood, at a beach bar.
Planning to stay longer? Read our full Málaga guide and where to stay in Málaga.
