Why go?

Andalusia’s “city of museums” with palm-lined promenades, beaches and vibrant gastronomy: the Alcazaba, Gibralfaro Castle, Roman Theatre, Picasso heritage and the modern Muelle Uno marina all in one walkable city.

Highlights

• Alcazaba & Gibralfaro Fortress complex with panoramic ramparts. Tip: Don’t start the climb from the port side—approach from the Old Town; it’s much easier and leads to the same viewpoint.
• Roman Theatre At the foot of the Alcazaba.
• Cathedral (“La Manquita”) Impressive interior; seasonal special programs.
• Museo Picasso Málaga Over 200 works by the master.
• Centre Pompidou Málaga (“the colorful cube”) - 20th–21st century art.
• Muelle Uno & Palmeral de las Sorpresas Waterfront promenade with restaurants.
• Atarazanas piac Fresh seafood, ham, fruit and local produce.
• Soho Málaga / MAUS Street-art district.

Distance & driving time:~35 km | 30–40 minutes

Best time to visit Go in the morning to visit the castles before the heat; enjoy sunset from Gibralfaro.

Official Tickets & Information

• Alcazaba & Gibralfaro: alcazabaygibralfaro.malaga.eu
• Museo Picasso Málaga: museopicassomalaga.org
• Centre Pompidou Málaga: centrepompidou-malaga.eu
• Cathedral: malagacatedral.com

Tips from our own experience:

• Parking: Muelle Uno underground garage (close to the port, walking distance to everything).
• Málaga’s main pedestrian street is spectacularly lit for Christmas from late November.
• To reach Gibralfaro, avoid the long staircase from the port side—approach from the Old Town for a much easier climb.