El Olivar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Olivar
Popular places to visit
Soho
With a visit to Soho, a favourite shopping spot in Málaga, you can enjoy some retail therapy. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Port of Malaga
One of Spain’s most popular cruise ports is a great place to experience the atmosphere and history of lively, welcoming Málaga.
Malagueta Beach
Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.
Picasso Museum Malaga
The work of Málaga’s most famous son is on display at this extensive museum inside of a 16th-century palace.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
Calle Larios
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.
Activities
Alcazaba to Picasso: Málaga’s Best in a Self-Guided Tour
Fuengirola: Catamaran Tour to Spot Dolphins
Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena
Our pick of the best El Olivar Hotel Deals
Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Very friendly staff. Excellent location
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
An absolute amazing experience with a sea view terrace room beautifully decorated and maintained. Staff were so friendly and welcoming. Breakfast choices to cater to all tastes and a drink in the panoramic rooftop bar is not to be missed in this historic building
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
tent Torremolinos
Very friendly staff, good breakfasts, bus stop very clise and convenient to go to Malaga.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Málaga Vibes
Nice and clean
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Great hotel. Large junior suite with big balcony. A good 20 min walk to the Basilica and Picasso museum. Food and wine in the restaurant was good and reasonably priced. We recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Ibersol Torremolinos Beach
Good
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Olivar
Churriana
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Churriana. A stop by Malaga Airport Museum or Parador Malaga Golf Club might round out your trip.
Carretera de Cadiz
Consider a visit to La Misericordia Beach and take some time to enjoy the beaches during your time in Carretera de Cadiz. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Torcal Station or La Luz - La Paz Station.
Cruz de Humilladero
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Cruz de Humilladero. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trade Fair and Congress Center of Malaga, and catch the metro at Barbarela Station or Portada Alta Station to see more of the area.
Perchel Sur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Perchel Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.
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.
Polígono Alameda
While you're in Polígono Alameda, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Commercial Center and jump on the metro at Guadalmedina Station to see more of the city.
