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

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

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
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

Malaga Interactive Music Museum + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums

AU$48
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Trip

Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset

AU$39
per adult
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

AU$54
per adult
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip
Malaga: Catamaran Cruise with Optional Swimming Stop

Malaga: Scenic Catamaran Cruise

AU$25
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Scenic Catamaran Cruise
Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket

Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket

AU$32
per adult
Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

AU$80
per adult
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella
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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 AU$612 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$612
1 Sept - 2 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! (1,011 reviews)
"This is a truly luxury hotel. The service was beyond our expectations."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 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 AU$322 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$322
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Spacious, modern and comfortable rooms. Far from the beach, but does have a nice pool. 20-25 min walk to old town. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
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 AU$437 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$437
25 Aug - 26 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Loved our stay! The second we arrived we felt at ease. It was clean, the service was great, and the location can’t be beat. Will definitely come again."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
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 AU$316 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$316
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very good costumer service, friendly, so helpful with any requests!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

AC Hotel Málaga Palacio by Marriott
Molina Lario Hotel

Molina Lario Hotel

4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$387 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$387
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Beautiful room, comfortable bedding"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Molina Lario Hotel
Atarazanas Málaga Boutique Hotel

Atarazanas Málaga Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle de las Atarazanas, 19, Málaga, Malaga
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro

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
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

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