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

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
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

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
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

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
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
Malaga Experience Cards + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras

AU$62
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras
Full Day Walking Tour to Caminito del Rey

Full Day Walking Tour to Caminito del Rey

AU$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Walking Tour to Caminito del Rey
Costa del Sol: Day Trip to Ronda and Setenil

Costa del Sol: Day Trip to Ronda and Setenil

AU$64
per adult
Costa del Sol: Day Trip to Ronda and Setenil
Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket

Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket

AU$28
per adult
Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket
Go local for a day!

Go local for a day!

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Go local for a day!
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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$453 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$453
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
We visit Malaga several times a year and I have always wanted to stay at this hotel. It did not disappoint, the welcome, our room and, the best bit, the staff. Everyone took care of us going out of their way to make our stay special. The housekeepers done a phenomenal job as did reception, porters ...

Reviewed on 3 Dec 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$265 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$265
18 Dec - 19 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely spacious and clean room with a sea view. Friendly staff and handy location for train station and beach walks.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Flex Malaga City Center

Flex Malaga City Center

1 out of 5
Avda Ingeniero Jose Maria Garnica, 6 Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$97 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$97
11 Dec - 12 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
Very good and convenient

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Flex Malaga City Center
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$486 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$486
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
All very good and excellent location.

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Molina Lario Hotel

Molina Lario Hotel

4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22 Málaga Malaga
The price is AU$344 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$344
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The hotel was wonderful and fantastic location too.

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Molina Lario Hotel
Málaga Hotel Eliseos

Málaga Hotel Eliseos

3 out of 5
Paseo de Reding, 19 Málaga Malaga
Stay at this hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Nov 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 Teatro del Soho CaixaBank 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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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.

Perchel Sur

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