Málaga Centro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Port of Malaga showing a marina, general coastal views and boating
Port of Malaga showing modern architecture and a marina
Malaga Cathedral featuring a park, a city and flowers
Málaga Centro
Malaga Cathedral featuring religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

Port of Malaga featuring a city and night scenes

Port of Malaga

4.5/5(6 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 which includes a coastal town, a beach and swimming

Malagueta Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

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

Malagueta Beach
Malaga Cathedral which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture

Málaga Cathedral

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Málaga Cathedral
Picasso Museum Malaga showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Picasso Museum Malaga
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

4/5(12 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
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

Activities

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Tourist Train

NZ$53
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

NZ$111
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

NZ$135
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

NZ$96
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour
Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry

Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry

NZ$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry
Explore Malaga by TukTuki : Essentials and Private Tour

Malaga by Tuk Tuk i : 1 or 2 hours Private city tour

NZ$59
per adult
Malaga by Tuk Tuk i : 1 or 2 hours Private city tour
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Our pick of the best Málaga Centro Hotel Deals

Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$758 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$758
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,007 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 NZ$282 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$282
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"We used this location for visiting Malaga."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
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 NZ$370 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$370
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect hotel in a good location"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

AC Hotel Málaga Palacio by Marriott
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
The price is NZ$485 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$485
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,004 reviews)
"From arrival to departure the experience was superlative. Great room, great location and wonderful staff."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
H10 Croma Malaga

H10 Croma Malaga

4 out of 5
Calle Prim, 246, Málaga, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$476 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$476
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (609 reviews)
"Great location. Modern and clean facility. Good breakfast selection and friendly staff. Love the body lotion provided in the bathroom. Spacious king size bed. Beautiful rooftop area. Overall a fantastic stay. Highly recommend this hotel. A side note, I didn't really receive VIP benefits as a Gold ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

H10 Croma Malaga
Molina Lario Hotel

Molina Lario Hotel

4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22, Málaga, Malaga
The price is NZ$392 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$392
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying at the Molino Lario, it’s a great location to all local amenities and had fantastic views from the rooftop!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Molina Lario Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro

Gibralfaro Castle showing mist or fog, heritage architecture and château or palace

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 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
Malagueta Beach showing signage and a 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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