Explanada de la Estación Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Port of Malaga featuring a city and night scenes

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.

Port of Malaga
Malagueta Beach which includes a coastal town, a beach and swimming

Malagueta Beach

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 showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

The work of Málaga’s most famous son is on display at this extensive museum inside of a 16th-century palace.

Picasso Museum Malaga
Malaga Cathedral which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture

Málaga Cathedral

The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.

Málaga Cathedral
Calle Larios

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.

Calle Larios
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

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

Activities

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour and Tourist Train

NZ$51
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour and Tourist Train
From Málaga: Day Trip to Caminito del Rey

From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour

NZ$112
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour
From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour

From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour

NZ$121
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour

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

NZ$135
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

NZ$58
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga

Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga

NZ$273
per adult
Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga
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Our pick of the best Explanada de la Estación Hotel Deals

easyHotel Málaga City Centre

easyHotel Málaga City Centre

1 out of 5
Avda Ingeniero Jose Maria Garnica, 6, Málaga
The price is NZ$168 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$168
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified guesthouse in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Decent stopover
"Decent late night stopover for late or early flight. Clean. Basic. Pleasant staff. Reasonable price. Close to train station"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

easyHotel Málaga City Centre
MPods Málaga

MPods Málaga

2.5 out of 5
C. Donoso Cortés 5, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$123 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$123
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this capsule hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
7.8/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"It’s a hostel, but nice set up with privacy, conveniences, enough bathrooms and big common area. Super convenient to train and bus, walkable to old town. Owner super attentive and helpful"

Reviewed on 15 Jan. 2025

MPods Málaga
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$224 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$224
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Fantastic cleaning service. Delicious food. Lovely room."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$655 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$655
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
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 NZ$461 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$461
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing staff and a beautiful hotel. Close to all amenities and sights."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Barceló Malaga Hotel

Barceló Malaga Hotel

4 out of 5
C/ Heroe de Sostoa 2, Vialia Railway Station, Málaga, Malaga
The price is NZ$354 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$354
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Barceló Malaga Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Explanada de la Estación

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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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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.

Polígono Alameda
Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue featuring 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
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
Plaza de la Merced which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city

La Merced

If you're spending some time in La Merced, Plaza de la Merced and Teatro Cervantes de Malaga are top sights worth seeing.

La Merced
Port of Malaga showing a marina, general coastal views and boating

Málaga Centro

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are a few top attractions in Málaga Centro. Hop around the city on the metro at La Marina Station or La Malagueta Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning cathedral and captivating waterfront views.

Málaga Centro

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