Monte de Gibralfaro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gibralfaro Castle showing mist or fog, heritage architecture and château or palace
Gibralfaro Castle showing a city and mist or fog
Gibralfaro Castle which includes a city and heritage architecture
Gibralfaro Castle showing heritage architecture and château or palace
Monte de Gibralfaro

Popular places to visit

Gibralfaro Castle which includes a coastal town, a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Gibralfaro Castle

Malaga’s most famous landmark sits on top of a mountain and offers panoramic views of the city and the Alboran Sea, stretching all the way to Africa.

Gibralfaro Castle
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
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
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
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

Malaga Experience Cards + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras

NZ$68
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras
Express Tour 40 minutes in Malaga Mirador Gibralfaro and Photography

Express Tour 40 minutes in Malaga Mirador Gibralfaro and Photography

NZ$25
per adult
Express Tour 40 minutes in Malaga Mirador Gibralfaro and Photography
Malaga walking tour with Gibralfaro Castle and Alcazaba visits

Malaga walking tour with Gibralfaro Castle and Alcazaba visits

NZ$459
per traveller
Malaga walking tour with Gibralfaro Castle and Alcazaba visits
Historic Malaga: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

Historic Malaga: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

NZ$547
per adult
Historic Malaga: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert
Malaga Shore Excursion: Mijas pueblo

Malaga private Shore Excursion: Malaga Highlights & Mijas White Washed Village

NZ$1,263
per traveller
Malaga private Shore Excursion: Malaga Highlights & Mijas White Washed Village
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
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Our pick of the best Monte de Gibralfaro Hotel Deals

Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$736 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$736
24 Aug - 25 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 Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$210 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$210
27 July - 28 July
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! (263 reviews)
"Convenient for the airport - the hotel was modern and clean. I liked the bar on the open rooftop with seats and music. The prices were a bit high at the bar."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
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! (1,014 reviews)
"We used this location for visiting Malaga."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle

3 out of 5
Camino de los Fresnos, 9, Torremolinos, Malaga
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
Relaxing
"We just went for a relaxing couple of days and that’s what we got.lovely hotel and amazing staff we will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
The price is NZ$220 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$220
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"very comfortable and excellent staff. Location is somewhat remote, but it's a 15-minute walk to the center."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$216 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$216
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (810 reviews)
"Hotel was good, short walk from center of town. Breakfast was really good - different food each day. Could have a few more sun loungers for the size of the hotel. Unfortunately asked 3 times for an extra pillow however each time we never got one."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

tent Torremolinos
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Other neighbourhoods around Monte de Gibralfaro

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
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.

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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
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
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Segalerva

While Segalerva may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.

Segalerva
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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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