El Puerto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Port of Malaga showing a city and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

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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
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Picasso Museum Malaga

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Inside the grand Palacio de Buenavista is a comprehensive tribute to the life of Picasso, from his childhood in Málaga to his days as an artistic master.

Picasso Museum Malaga
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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
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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
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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
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Gibralfaro Castle

4/5(5 reviews)

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

Activities

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Guided Visit to a pretty Vineyard&Cellar 6 wines tasting & tapas

AU$147
Per adult
Guided Visit to a pretty Vineyard&Cellar 6 wines tasting & tapas
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Malaga: Catamaran Cruise with Optional Swimming Stop

AU$20
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Catamaran Cruise with Optional Swimming Stop
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Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

AU$29
Per adult
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip
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Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with Swimming & Optional DJ

AU$29
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with Swimming & Optional DJ
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Winery and Olive Mill Guided and Tasting Tour with Tapas

AU$180
Per adult
Winery and Olive Mill Guided and Tasting Tour with Tapas
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Winery and Olive Mill Guided and Tasting Tour with Tapas

AU$180
Per adult
Winery and Olive Mill Guided and Tasting Tour with Tapas
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Our pick of the best El Puerto Hotel Deals

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
3.5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206, Mijas, Malaga
The price is AU$123 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$123
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (750 reviews)
"The property was very well located with excellent facilities and very good professional friendly service that was value for money - great stay - thanks"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Room Mate Valeria Hotel
Room Mate Valeria Hotel
4 out of 5
Plaza del Poeta Alfonso Canales, 5, Corner of Plaza de La Marina, Málaga
The price is AU$358 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$358
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Great location and quiet for a busy area."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Room Mate Valeria Hotel
Occidental Torremolinos Playa
Occidental Torremolinos Playa
4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo, 101, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is AU$265 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$265
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (526 reviews)
"Everybody in the hotel were very friendly. Starting from lovely greeting in reception through cleaners, lifeguards, barmans, maintanance and dining staff. Rooms and hotel were very clean, meals and drinks delicious. I will deffinitely come back again."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Occidental Torremolinos Playa
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida de Velazquez 294 Salida, Autovia MA-21 en direccíón Aeropuerto, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$170 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
AU$170
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,383 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, just the location for the hotel could be better."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport, an IHG Hotel
Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$570 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
AU$570
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, 5 star , great staff"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Sercotel Rosaleda Málaga
Sercotel Rosaleda Málaga
4 out of 5
Av. de Luis Buñuel 14, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$193 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$193
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and I wouldn’t mind staying there again."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Sercotel Rosaleda Málaga
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Other neighbourhoods around El Puerto

Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue showing a park

Ensanche Centro

While you're in Ensanche Centro, take in top sights like Teatro del Soho CaixaBank and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.

Ensanche Centro
Malagueta Beach featuring signage and a sandy 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 English Cemetery are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.

La Malagueta
Plaza de la Merced showing a monument, 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
Malaga featuring a city

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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La Caleta

While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Malagueta Beach and Playa de la Caleta.

La Caleta
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Carretera de Cadiz

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Playa Sacaba 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.

Carretera de Cadiz

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