Málaga Centro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Málaga Centro
Popular places to visit
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.
Malagueta Beach
Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip
City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour
Málaga: Scenic Catamaran Cruise
Our pick of the best Málaga Centro Hotel Deals
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
One of the most beautiful hotels we have ever stayed at!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Malaga Centre
Modern hotel. Overall very good. Rooms adequate for short stay but bathroom small and glass partition meant not much privacy. Could have done with bedside table / drawers. Extra shower mat would have been useful, as washbasin in main room not the bathroom.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Didn’t use the pool. A bit out of the city centre but we don’t mind the walk.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Catalonia Molina Lario
Very well situated.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
It was a lovely stay, super friendly reception staff who were very helpful. Easy walking distance from everything. Rooms were a little dated but very clean and the balcony was lovely.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Room was advertised as accessible, it was not, it had apprx 6 steps that I found slippery. Bathroom was downstairs and ataira also didnt have illumination. I am not handicapped, but suffer a condition where this is
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Málaga Centro
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.
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.
Monte de Gibralfaro
If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.
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.
SoHo
While you're in SoHo, take in top sights like Soho and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.
Perchel Sur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Perchel Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.
