The port city of Malaga has been in the thick of historical events since ancient times, because it stands at the crossroads of sea and land, is a link between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, and is also a bridge between the Islamist world and the Christian one. The sights of Malaga were replenished by each culture ruling the Pyrenees in its own way. The Romans accustomed the Spaniards to arenas, the Phoenicians, showing how to build ships, discovered an abundance of warm waters and trade routes, and local artisans, builders and jewelers adopted the best, making others their inalienable property.
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Generations accumulated layers of mother-of-pearl like a pearl, created the gloss of their hometown, filled neighborhoods with churches, planted alleys, built shopping centers and entertainment establishments. The most significant historical and cultural monuments function as museums in Malaga. Historical exhibitions are required at churches and cathedrals; tourists are kindly welcomed there. In the open air - a port, a Roman theater, Moorish fortifications, a bullring, a botanical garden. Sometimes guests of Malaga manage to visit 10-15 places in a day. But most attractions require at least an hour or two. It’s better to take the whole day to visit one monument. You need to start from the very beginning.
On the shores of the Costa del Sol, on the road to the Pillars of Gibraltar in the 8th century BC. e. The Phoenicians built a deep-sea pier and founded the city of Malaga. Today, the Andalusian Picasso Museum and the birthplace of actor Antonio Banderas attract streams of tourists from all over the world. A cruise terminal was built for travelers by sea in 2011. It is located opposite the commercial port. The total area of the harbor is 7000 m2.
The giant liners are an attraction in themselves. A pedestrian alley leads from the cruise terminal to the city. The landmark La Farola lighthouse will serve as a landmark during the walk.
After a 15-minute promenade, tourists find themselves in the palm-lined Paseo Parque, but you can also turn to the city beach. It's closer there - just a 3-minute walk. The Paseo de la Farola alley ends. Behind it is the La Malagueta arena, built for bullfights. But they stay on Parkovaya for a long time: shops, cafes, and attractions beckon. Buses leave regularly from the terminal to the city. A ticket to the fortress costs 18€, to the airport - 3€, to the city center - 1.8€. For a car tour “Port of Malaga” they ask for 5 €.
One of the many alcazabas in Spain is the Malaga Fortress. It is the best preserved of all structures of this type (in terms of the degree of preservation it competes only with the Syrian one). Fortifications called alcazabas were built by Barbary rulers from the 8th century as a chain of fort posts united by extensive walls and sentinel points. Inside the fortress are the foundations of the garrison barracks, a palace among orange trees, and fountains. Outside is a Roman amphitheater from the 1st century AD. e.
The ascent to the citadel is carried out along a steep winding road. But the reward will be a passing visit to the landscaped gardens of the Governor’s apartments, built in the 11th-14th centuries. The Cuartos de Granada apartments have been converted into an archaeological museum. From April to October the fortress is open from 9.00 to 20.00; in winter it closes at 18.00. The Christmas holidays are celebrated by employees of all museums in Malaga; there is no entry. Ticket price is 2.20€. 3.20€ - if visit includes Gibralfaro. On Sunday admission is free from 14:00.
Gibralfaro Fortress
Castillo de Gibralfaro is the Spanish name. Arabic comes from the merger of "hibral" and "faro", which means "rock above the lighthouse." The port needed a defensive structure, and Emir Yusuf I ordered one to be built. Fortification tricks were used: between the inner and outer walls there is a narrow passage to the neighboring fort - the Malaga Alcazaba. The “trap” is hard to guess.
The Spanish king Ferdinand made the fortress, recaptured from the Muslims in 1492, his residence. The exhibition of weapons and armor of Gibralfaro clearly illustrates the events of the Reconista - the war of the Crusaders with the Moors. Open from 9:00 to 22:00 in summer, closes at six in winter. Entrance is through the West Gate, cost 6€.
Behind the embankment park, between Avenue Cervantes, in front of the Gibralfaro hill, the town hall of the Casa consistorial is surrounded by greenery. For provincial government, this is a building of extraordinary luxury. But the architect of Malaga in 1912 - 1917. There was a native of Andalusia, the brilliant Guerrero Strachan. Strachan selflessly served his fellow countrymen, for which he was duly thanked: from 1928 to 1930, the architect led the city as head of the city government.
The Malaga Consistory House, the Church of the Sacred Heart, the Prince of Asturias Hotel, private villas designed by the great Andalusian create the unique appearance of modern Malaga: the Moorish style is organically combined with neo-colonial, baroque and classic. The City Hall is decorated with sculptures of sailors, fishermen, and merchants - the subjects are far from palace-like. The tradition “for the people” has been preserved: anyone can enter the Casa consistorial, free of charge (during business hours - from 9 to 18). The interior decoration of the halls, corridors and meeting rooms is striking in luxury. Plans for upcoming city events are posted on the stands.
Plaza de Toros "La Malagueta"
Bullfighting as a legacy of Mithrianism has existed in Spain for 5 millennia. Defending man's right to be a supreme being, the bullfighter enters into battle with a formidable force. Malaga raised its hero. Ernest Hemingway's friend and hero of the novel "Dangerous Summer" - matador Antonio Ardonez, with thousands of fearless victories over the bull, is honored to have the Ardonez Glory Museum in the gallery of the Malaga bullfighting arena. The octagonal 52-meter arena was built according to the design of Joaquin Rucoba in the Moorish style especially for this vital national entertainment. Has the first category.
Tickets for the bullfight are distributed only on the Internet (in order to counteract speculation). They sell off the rest before starting. Price - from 10 to 200 euros. The most expensive ones are for stands in the shade. The fighting begins at 1 and 5 p.m. Toreador performances are obligatory during Holy Week. In April, May, August and September, bullfights are held every Sunday. A ticket to the Bullfighting Museum costs €1.8 (except Saturdays and Sundays, open daily from 10:00 to 13:00).
Automotive Museum
Spanish billionaire Joao Magalhaes put his car collection on public display in 2010. 100 rare models - from motorized strollers to exclusive gold-plated and rhinestones - in total the collection costs 25 million euros. The “Black Widow” of the king, produced in a single copy, racing, running on water as fuel - here each car is unique in its own way.
Actor cars, little ones, luxuriously tuned for noble people - they are not just vehicles. The marvelous technology is highlighted by another, no less spectacular exhibition: designer women's dresses and accessories. Theater of a beautiful life! Couples like to visit it. The Auto Museum regularly hosts women's clothing shows. Open from 10 to 19, except Mondays. The cost of the review is 8.5 €. Photography is allowed.
Museum of Glass and Crystals
The 18th century Roman villa, adapted for the Vidrio y Cristal Museum, deserves praise for its careful and authentic restoration. The visitor is under the impression that he is visiting a Spanish nobleman. The name is conditional: furniture, carpets, portraits, bronze, tapestries are presented - all types of decorative and applied art, not just glass.
The owner (the museum is private) is proud of the stained glass windows of the Pre-Raphaelite masters, exhibited with backlights and in exquisite frames. Presented are modernist relief casting, Venetian colored and sulfide glass, Chinese and Meissen porcelain. The cost of visiting is 5 €. Open from 11 am to 7 pm every day except Monday.
Center for Contemporary Art
The 2,400 square meter exhibition space includes 4 hundred paintings and installations by contemporary artists. The homeland of Picasso and Dali does not risk missing out on another genius, so the Museum hosts thematic, original exhibitions and art seminars around all the materialized messages of creative personalities of the Spanish lands and surrounding areas, regardless of the controversial style and direction.
In the halls of a former tobacco factory, converted to the latest in gallery art, works by Louise Bourgeois, Jake and Dinos Chapman, Gerhard Richter, Paul McCarthy, Anish Kapoor, Raymond Pettibon, Ron Mueck, and Yoshitomo Nara are exhibited. Children in the museum like interactive objects more. Entrance costs 7€. Open daily, except Tuesday, from 10 am to 20 pm. On Sundays from 16:00 admission is free.
Pompidou Center
On March 28, 2015, the glass doors of El Cubo were inaugurated. The cost of a new Malaga gallery designed to display the masterpieces of the Paris Center for Contemporary Art. Georges Pompidou cost the city treasury and sponsors €5 million. 6000 m2 of exhibition halls and utility rooms could be lost between the port and the embankment, because the center also consists of 2 underground floors. But, thanks to the colorful faces of the Cube, it can be seen from afar.
The hall of paintings of the 20th century contains paintings by Picasso, Chagall, Kandinsky, Magritte, Calot, Miro, Bacon, Ernst, Kooning, De Chirico - a total of 80 masterpieces of postmodern classics are on loan until 2020. Opening hours: daily from 9.30 to 20.00, from June 15 to September 15 - from 11.00 to 22.00. The cost of visiting the permanent exhibition is 7 €, the temporary and permanent exhibition with a single ticket is 9 €. Free entry - on Sundays after 16.00.
Cathedral
Construction of the Cathedral of the Incarnation on the site of the destroyed mosque began in 1524 and was completed 254 years later. 84 m - the height of the tower, the dome soared 40 m. One of the tallest buildings in Andalusia is decorated in the choir with 42 figures of Catholic saints made by woodcarvers Pedro de Mena, Ortizo de Vargas and Giuseppe Alfaro.
A museum of religious objects has been created at the cathedral, some of them are 500 years old. 17th-century sculptures, frames, vessels, and robes of clergy are juxtaposed with paintings by Luis Morales and Joseph de Ribera. In the second hall of the museum, a tour is conducted by Bishop Santos Olivera. He talks about the history of episcopate jewelry. Open to the public from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 18.00, on Saturday from 10.00 to 17.00. The cost of the excursion is 7 €.
Roman theater
The construction of the cultural center for Malaga stopped in 1951: they came across ancient Roman stone blocks at the foot of the walls of the Alcazaba. These were seen in the walls of all the local Moorish fortresses. As a result of excavations, the Roman amphitheater from the time of Emperor Augustus appeared in its original form. Only the wooden structures have not survived.
The shape is special: not circular, but elongated, oval. 32 m is its width. The 13 tiers of seating are still full: since 2011, the arena has been hosting concerts and shows. The arena acoustics are excellent. Admission to the review is free. A tour car picks up those interested from Terminal No. 1. A city tour for €18 includes a stop at the Roman Theater.
Merced area
The great Picasso lived in one of the houses adjacent to the square. There is a monument to the artist and a museum here. However, the main dominant feature of the space is the obelisk to another son of Andalusia - General Torrijos. The page of the royal court, Jose Maria de Torrijos, rose to high officer ranks, fought with Napoleonic France, but soon became a staunch republican himself.
In 1831, Torrijos and 48 of his associates landed on the shores of Malaga, hoping to start a liberation movement, but the conspirators were captured and executed on the shores of their hometown. You can admire Picasso’s talent any day of the week at his house on Granada Street. After walking one block towards the sea, fans of the founder of Cubism find themselves in the museum of the idol. Open all the time, except Mondays, entrance from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The ticket costs 11€.
Marques de Larios street
Marques de Larios stretches from the embankment to Constitution Square, ending at the square fountain of the 16th century. For a long time the avenue was called Main. They voted for the restructuring of the Main on May 1, 1880. In order to finance the construction, the municipal authorities issued shares, most of which were acquired by the Marquez de Larios family. Architects of the thoroughfare: José Maria Sancha, Manuel Rivera and Eduardo Viana Strachan-Cárdenas (the latter the author of the Chicago inner city). The designers worked under the guidance of the main shareholder of the project. The total number of specialists involved is 1200.
Military bombing caused significant damage to the main street. But by 2002, it was restored and handed over to residents, and the avenue became pedestrian. Boutiques, cafes and restaurants beckon on both sides of the Marques de Larios. It’s impossible not to linger here, because you want to listen to street musicians and take selfies with living sculptures. Thanks to the amazing lighting of the Gothic nave, Marques Street is full until the morning. As a token of gratitude, the townspeople erected a monument to their patron of the arts in the sculpture park - he is the first in a series of celebrities in Andalusia.
Today we will go to the hot south of Spain. Malaga awaits us there, a city whose sights will surprise any experienced tourist with their uniqueness. You will certainly say: “I have never seen anything like this before.”
Automotive Museum in Malaga
A favorite place among tourists in Malaga is the automobile museum. It opened its doors to visitors in 2010. The location chosen for the museum was very original - in 1927 there was a tobacco production site here. And this in itself attracts visitors.
Portuguese Joao Magalhaes is the owner of a collection of museum cars and a very enthusiastic person. One of his passions is his love for non-standard new cars. Thus, solar-powered cars were exhibited in the museum. It is also interesting that the museum is divided into 10 halls, which differ in era and theme.
Alcazaba in Malaga
The Alcazaba fortress is one of the main and romantic attractions not only of Malaga, but also of Spain as a whole. It was built at the beginning of the 11th century, but even now, if you climb to the very top of the building, you will have the opportunity to see Malaga in full view.
Unfortunately, in past centuries there were no such materials that could last for a long time, without reconstruction. Closer to the twentieth century, the fortress was on the verge of complete destruction, but fortunately this did not happen, and now any tourist can admire the magnificent architecture of the building, fountains, and the views that open from it.
Botanical Garden in Malaga
At the beginning of the 19th century, the Loring couple Jorge Oyarzabal and Heredia Amalia Livermore decided to create a botanical garden. They were inspired by the gardens they visited around the world after their wedding.
In order for the dream to become a reality, they invited the Frenchman Chamus, who created this miracle in Malaga. In 1911, the garden was bought by other spouses and continued to make the dream a reality. Thanks to this, now the area of the botanical garden is more than 22 hectares, and the number of plants and flowers cannot be counted.
Thematic routes have been created for visitors, which makes exploring the garden much easier.
Bishop's Palace in Malaga
The Episcopal Palace in Malaga is a landmark that will appeal most to religious people and historians. This is due to the fact that it houses a museum of spiritual art.
The date of construction of the palace dates back to the 18th century. The architecture of the building is characterized by a variety of stairs, balconies and various passages.
Over time, the palace underwent many reconstructions and changes. It was only in 1756 that everything was completed and now tourists see a three-story building that is steeped in history and religion.
Malaga Cathedral
The Cathedral in Malaga has rightfully earned the title of “the main pearl of the Renaissance” in Andalusia.
Construction of the cathedral took place in 1528 - 1782.
What makes the building unusual and of particular interest is the fact that it was built on the site where there had previously been a mosque. And the mixture of different styles (Baroque, Gothic, Classicism), due to the fact that the cathedral was built over about 200 years, only adds to its originality.
Another attraction, but now of the cathedral itself, is the garden and its courtyard, surrounded by greenery and fragrant with oranges and jasmine.
Picasso Museum in Malaga
Pablo Picasso and everything connected with him is sacred for the residents of Malaga and for all Spaniards. In this regard, there is no surprise or opposition to the fact that a museum of his works was organized in the former royal residence. This happened in 2003.
But it’s not just Picasso’s masterpieces that attract museum visitors. The ancient residence, built in 1530, is also worth visiting. The impressive size of the tower and observation deck simply fascinate tourists. Therefore, despite the fact that there are 5 more Picasso museums in Spain, this one ranks first in terms of attendance.
Malaga Park
The idea to organize a Malaga park belongs to Count Tomás Alonso. The beginning of its creation is considered to be the 17th century. At that time, only trees and shrubs were planted here. Now the park amazes not only with its huge area, but also with various attractions, fountains, and exotic plants, of which there are more than 5 thousand varieties.
The beautiful view of the seaport is also fascinating and causes a storm of positive emotions. The park can also boast that it is a favorite place for various photo shoots against the backdrop of many statues and fountains.
Plaza de Toros "La Malagueta"
The hallmark of the city of Malaga is the Plaza de Toros “La Malagueta” - the stage where bullfights are held. Here you can not only see a bullfight, but also visit a museum where they will tell you everything about fighting bulls and show many very interesting exhibits.
In addition, the very structure of La Malagueta arouses great attention among travelers. It was built in 1876, and in 1976 it was named a historical and artistic monument.
One cannot remain indifferent to the fact that this arena, which is located near the sea, can simultaneously accommodate up to 14 thousand spectators.
Roman theater in Malaga
The Roman Theater in the city of Malaga is a unique attraction that tourists today might never see. The fact is that archaeologists found it completely unexpectedly, during the renovation of a local cultural center, which, as it turned out, was built exactly on the site of the theater.
Without a moment's doubt, they dug it up, and at the beginning of the 20th century, performances were resumed to this day. Due to the unprecedented popularity of the Roman theater, an information center was created in 2010, where visitors have the opportunity to learn the history of the theater and see how its excavations were carried out.
Gibralfaro
In the 14th century, by order of Youssef I, the Gibralfaro fortress was built. There is controversial information about its original purpose.
In some documents, the fortress was built to defend the city, in others it serves as a place for prayer. At present, although the fortress is in a somewhat deplorable state, it has, nevertheless, not lost its beauty and majesty.
When visiting Gibralfaro, not only the fortress itself is presented to the attention of tourists, but also, due to the fact that it is located on a mountain, one can see the most beautiful panoramic views of the city itself, and even of the Strait of Gibraltar and the Rif Mountains.
This concludes our review of “Malaga (city): attractions.” Tell us in the comments, have you been to these parts? There are certainly interesting stories.
After the fall of the Roman Empire, the city was under Islamic rule for 800 years. Today, the historic center of Malaga contains many archaeological sites and sites from the Phoenician, Roman, Arab and Christian eras, spanning a historical span of more than 3,000 years. In addition to its unique attractions, beach and sea, Malaga is famous for its olive oil, this region is the world's main producer of olive oil.
Sights of Malaga
1. Cathedral (Malaga Cathedral)
Malaga's gleaming white stone cathedral took 250 years to build from 1528 to 1782 and remains unfinished, despite being the city's main tourist attraction. Construction of the cathedral began immediately after the expulsion of the Moors fromAndalusia in the 15th century on the remains of an older Almohad mosque, which in turn was built on the ruins of a Visigoth Christian basilica.
Malaga Cathedral is known asLa Manquita, that is, the One-Armed Lady, since one tower of the cathedral remained unfinished. Due to the long construction period, the architecture of the cathedral has a whole hodgepodge of styles.from Gothic, Renaissance to Baroque.
The interior is a combination of Renaissance and Baroque elements, with a richly decorated vaulted ceiling and two massive organs, which can boasting 4,000 pipes.The beautiful 17th-century choir is made of mahogany and cedar, decorated with 42 sculptures of saints.
Malaga Cathedral is located in the historical center of the city.
2. Alcazaba ( Alcazaba)
The Alcazaba or fortress is an 8th-century Moorish fortification built on the ruins of Roman fortifications during the reign of Abd al-Rahman I, the first Emir of Cordoba, from 756-780. The original purpose of building the Alcazaba was as protection against pirates, who in those years greatly annoyed the Mediterranean cities of Europe. This is one of the most symbolic monuments of the city. The fortress consists of two fortress walls and a citadel in which the Archaeological Museum of Malaga is located.
The fortress walls offer stunning views of the city and harbor of Malaga.
3. Gibralfaro Castle(Gibralfaro Castle
Gibralfaro Castle stands proudly on top of Mount Gibralfaro, the name of the castle can be translated as “Lighthouse on the Top”. The castle was built in the 14th century under the Emir of Granada. The castle is designed for 5,000 soldiers, there is a bakery, a spring and a gunpowder warehouse.
Gibralfaro Castle was considered the most impregnable on the Iberian Peninsula infor several centuries.It has two lines of zigzag fortress walls and eight towers.Inside you can walk around the entire perimeter of the fortress. During the Reconquista, the siege of the fortress lasted three long months.
4. Botanical Garden(Botanical Gardens)
Botanical Garden - This historic botanical garden was created in 1855 by the Marquis and Marchioness of Loring. At the Botanical Garden of Malaga you will find a wonderful outdoor collection of tropical and subtropical plants.
The pearl of the botanical garden are palm trees, of which there are more than 500 in the park and they represent 95 species from different natural zones.
5. Malagueta Beach (Malagueta Beach
Malagueta Beach is the most popular beach in the city and is considered a landmark of Malaga. Few people know that this beach is artificial and made of sand brought from the Sahara. To explore the sights of Malaga, take a guided tour.
6. Coveredmarket(Mercado de Atarazanas)
The history of Malaga's covered market dates back to the 14th century and the original market was built by the Moors. The indoor market is a riot of colors, tastes and colors; any tourist should visit it.
7. Basilica of Santa Maria de la Victoria (Basilica Santa Maria de la Victoria)
The Basilica of Santa Maria de la Victoria is a 17th-century church built to commemorate the victory of Emperor Ferdinand II at the Battle of Mont Blanc. It is outside the historic quarter, but still within the urban district. The basilica is considered one of the main churches of the city.
8. Montes- de- Malaga (Montes de Malaga)
Montes de Malaga Natural Park is located north of the city. The natural park is a wonderful place to relax from the bustle of the city and the heat of the beach. The largest animal in the park is the wild boar, the flora includes a large number of oak, walnut, chestnut and strawberry trees.
9. La- Malagueta(Plaza de toros de La Malagueta)
La Malaguete is a bullring that was built in 1874 by the architect Joaquín Rucoba. The arena seats more than 9,000 spectators.
10. Malaga Cruise Port
Situated on a stretch of the Mediterranean coast of Spain known as the Costa del- Sol, the Andalusian city of Malaga offers many historical and cultural attractions for city tours, from Moorish castles to Roman ruins and the birthplace of the great Pablo Picasso.
The main departure point for all excursions in Malaga is the cruise port, since 90% of tourists arrive in Malaga on cruise ships; on average, a cruise ship accommodates more than 4,000 tourists.
11. Revello de Toro Museum
One of Spain's most revered contemporary artists, Felix Revello de Toro was born in 1926 in Malaga. In 2005, he donated 51 paintings to his hometown and in 2010 the Felix Revello de Toro Museum was opened, heis located in the historic workshop and home of Pedro de Mena, a 17th-century sculptor known for his religious paintings.
Located in typical Moorish style around a courtyard, the building is noteworthy for its architectural highlights, including the original wooden staircase and balcony overhanging the courtyard. But The real star of this museum is the permanent exhibition of more than 100 works by Revello de Toro.
The museum is open from 10.00 to 20.00. Entrancefor adults is € 2.50. Bfree entry on Sunday.
12. El Torcal
The main natural attraction of Malaga and all of Andalusia, El Torcal. The otherworldly landscape of the El Torcal Nature Reserve is one of Spain's most unique natural landscapes, formed over 150 million years ago. For millions of years, time, with the help of water and wind, eroded the rocks, resulting in the formation of an amazing landscape with bizarre stone forms.
The rocky landscape of El Torcal is home to 700 different plant species and a stopover for migratory birds.
The El Torcal Nature Reserve is located approximately 15 kilometers south of the town of Antequera and 30 kilometers from Malaga.
13. Roman amphitheater (Teatro Romano)
El Teatro Romano or the Roman Amphitheater is the oldest monument in Malaga.it is located in the cultural center of the city, at the foot of the famous Alcazaba fortress.
The theater was built in the first century BC, during the time of the Roman Emperor Augustus, and was used until the third century AD.It was subsequently abandoned for many centuries until the Moors settled in Andalusia.In the years 756-780, the Amphitheater was used as a quarry for the construction of the Alcazaba fortress.Over time, it was buried under dirt and rubble, and remained hidden for almost five centuries.
The amphitheater in Malaga was discovered during construction in 1951. On September 15, 2011, 27 years after its renovation, El Teatro Romano was reopened to the public.
Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10.00 to 18.00,Sunday and holidays from 10.00 to 16.00, according toClosed on Mondays. Free admission.
14. Picasso Museum
Malaga is the hometown of the great Picasso and one of the museums dedicated to this artist is located here. The museum is located in the 16th-century Buenavista Castle. The museum's collection contains about 300 paintings by the artist, donated by his family to his hometown, as well as prints and ceramic works by Picasso, you can see his graphic art from 1931 to 1971 and illustrated books.
From Monday to Sunday entrance from 9.30 to 20.00. Closed on holidays. On Sunday admission is free.
Malaga can safely be given the status of a place in the sun, loved by tourists from all over the world. Along with beautiful beaches, the city is famous for its architectural heritage, ancient monuments and unique nature. There are plenty of attractions here, however, most travelers have time to see them in 1 day.
Spanish resort located on the Mediterranean coast. It was founded in the 8th century BC, which indicates the oldest history of this region. About 570 thousand local residents settled in the territory.
The province has a mild Mediterranean climate. The sun shines here almost all year round, with only occasional precipitation.
The city offers a lot of interesting places to visit. Let's get acquainted with the most popular ones below.
One of the largest and oldest ports of the Mediterranean Sea is Malaga (Spanish: Puerto Malaga). The pier welcomes and sees off huge cruise ships, passenger ships and snow-white yachts. At the end of the 20th century, the port underwent a thorough reconstruction and became more modern than before.
Address: Muelle de Canovas.
Near the sea harbor stands the ancient lighthouse of La Farola (Spanish: La Farola de Malaga) from the 19th century. At the beginning of the 20th century it was improved with an optical mechanism.
During the Civil War, they were repainted in colors invisible to the eye for camouflage. After the end of hostilities, the lighthouse was restored to its original appearance.
In the center of the city, on a high hill, rises the former defensive structure and residence of the Granadian ruler - the Alcazaba fortress (Spanish: Alcazaba de Malaga). The date of its foundation is considered to be the 8th century, but most of the construction work took place in the 10th century.
The architectural complex is interesting because part of the building materials were borrowed from the destroyed ancient Roman theater located next door.
- Address: Calle Alcazabilla, 2;
- Opening hours: April – September 9:00 – 20:00; November – March 9:00-18:00.
Another Moorish fortress, built in the 10th century, is called Gibralfaro (Spanish: Castillo de Gibralfaro). Now the former fort serves as a museum. An exhibition of armor and weapons from the Middle Ages is presented to visitors.
- Address: Cmno Gibralfaro, 11;
- Opening hours: Mon – closed, summer season – 9:00-20:00, winter season – 9:00-18:00;
- Ticket price: adult – 2.20 EUR, child – 0.60 EUR.
- Single ticket to Alcazaba and Gibralfaro – 3.50 EUR.
The Roman theater (Spanish: Teatro romano de Malaga) from the 1st century is worth special attention. It operated until the 3rd century, after which the arriving Arabs partially dismantled the structure to build defensive systems. Despite this, the theater is well preserved.
- Address: C/Alcazabilla, 8;
- Ticket price: free.
One of the most beautiful buildings in Malaga is the City Hall. The building is decorated with sculptures, columns and bas-reliefs, and valuable paintings are stored inside.
Next to the building are the green Pedro Luis Alonoso Gardens. The park ensemble and the mayor's office were given the status of historical monuments.
- Address: Avenida de Cervantes, 4.
- Opening hours: weekdays 9:00 – 18:00;
- Ticket price: free.
Plaza de Toros “La Malagueta”
Tourists will be able to tickle their nerves at the Plaza de Toros “La Malagueta” (Spanish: Plaza de toros de La Malagueta), the arena for the famous Spanish entertainment - bullfighting. Truly bright and significant spectacles are held here. Also in the building, the Bull Museum is open to the public. A. Ordonez.
- Address: Paseo Reding, 8;
- Ticket price: 10 – 200 EUR.
Fans of all kinds of transport should definitely check out the Automobile Museum (Spanish: Museo Automovilistico de Malaga). There are retro exhibits as well as car displays divided into different categories.
Also on certain days, fashion shows of women's clothing are held in the premises. Previously, there was a tobacco factory on the site of the museum.
- Address: Avenida Sor Teresa Prat, 15;
- Opening hours: Mon – closed, Tue – Sun 10:00 – 19:00;
- Ticket price: 8.5 EUR (photos are allowed).
A small island of Russia on Spanish soil is represented by the Russian Museum. Its premises contain works by Repin, Levitan, Malevich and other famous painters.
Within the walls of the museum, visitors are invited to watch films and participate in master classes.
Address: Avenida Sor Teresa Prat, 15.
The Museum of Glass and Crystals (Spanish: Museo del Vidrio y Cristal de Malaga) is located in a building from the 18th century. Visitors will be able to see a collection of ancient and more modern artifacts, as well as touch the art of the 17th century.
- Address: Puerto de Malaga. 9/10;
- Opening hours: Mon – closed, Tue – Sun 11:00 – 19:00;
- Ticket price: 5 EUR.
The Pompidou Gallery is located not only in Paris; its branch receives its visitors in Malaga, Spain.
The Pompidou Center (Spanish: Pompidou Center Malaga) houses works by Picasso, Kahlo, Bacon and other talented masters of past years. Exhibitions dedicated to design, photography, architecture and modern technologies are also periodically organized here.
- Address: Puerto de Malaga, Pasaje Doctor Carrillo Casaux, s/n, Muelle 1;
- Opening hours: daily 9:30 – 20:00, in the summer season – 11:00 – 22:00;
- Ticket price: permanent exhibition – 7 EUR, general ticket for permanent and temporary exhibition – 9 EUR, Sun after 16:00 – free.
The resort city is proud that the great Pablo Picasso was born on its soil. Guests and residents of Malaga have a unique opportunity to view original paintings by the artist at the Picasso Museum (Spanish: Museo Malaga Picasso). The creations came here from the hands of the relatives of the famous surrealist.
- Address: Calle San Agustin, 8, Palacio de Buenavista;
- Opening hours: Mon – closed, Tue – Sun 9:00 – 19:00;
- Ticket price: 11 EUR.
Another gallery is located within the walls of the Carmen Thyssen Museum (Spanish: Museo Carmen Thyssen). The ancient building of the Villalón Palace houses paintings by Spanish masters of the 19th century. The collection of paintings is owned by the Spanish Baroness Carmen Cervera.
- Address: Plaza Carmen Thyssen;
- Opening hours: Mon – closed, Tue – Sun 10:00 – 20:00;
- Ticket price: 2.5 – 6 EUR.
You can immerse yourself in the creative works of artists of our time at the Center for Contemporary Art (Spanish: Centro de Arte Contemporaneo de Malaga). Here, on the territory of the former market, temporary and permanent exhibitions are organized, film screenings are held and lectures are given.
- Address: Calle Alemania, 2;
- Opening hours: Tue – closed, Wed – Mon 10:00 – 20:00;
- Ticket price: 7 EUR, all after 16:00 – free.
The construction of the Malaga Cathedral (Spanish: Santa Iglesia Catedral Basilica de la Encarnacion) began in the 16th century and was completed only in the 18th. Due to a lack of funds, the temple is decorated with one instead of two towers. Hence the building received the nickname “The One-Armed Lady”.
Previously, on the site of the Malaga Cathedral there was a Moorish mosque.
The Basilica of Santa Maria de la Victoria (Spanish: Basilica of Santa Maria de la Victoria) is the oldest shrine, founded in the 16th century. It was here that King Ferdinand once set up a military camp before an important and significant battle for the city.
The pride of the temple is a small 15th century figurine in the form of Saint Maria de la Victoria, patroness of Andalusia, with Jesus.
Address: Plaza del Santuario.
Within the city limits there is the English Cemetery (Spanish: Cementerio Ingles de Malaga). It has existed here since 1831 and is the burial place of deceased Protestants.
Before the appearance of the cemetery, all non-Christians were buried exclusively at night near the sea coast.
Address: Avenida de Pries, 1.
The main square of Malaga is Constitution Square (Spanish: Plaza de la Constitucion). There is a lot to see within its boundaries, including important administrative and historical buildings, an Augustinian monastery, a prison and ancient mansions. Since the 15th century, the square has become a central point for resolving important political and social issues.
Address: Plaza de la Constitucion.
From Constitution Square, you can independently stroll along the popular Marques de Larios street (Spanish: calle Marques de Larios). Its surroundings include ancient buildings, restaurants, coffee shops, and shops.
Marques de Larios Street was built in the 19th century and named after the Spanish textile industrialist.
The beautiful Merced Square (Spanish: Plaza de la Merced) often becomes the main place in Malaga for organizing festivals, concerts and celebrations. Here, city tourists will be able to take photos against the backdrop of Pablo Picasso’s house, and will also see a monument to the famous artist.
Address: Plaza de la Merced.
Not far from the harbor lies the modern city park “Palm Surprise” (Spanish: Palmeral de las Sorpresas). The place with rich flora and landscape is suitable for family walks.
In the park you can have a snack in a cafe, sit on a bench by the fountain, and there are playgrounds for children.
Address: Muelle 2, Plaza de la marina.
You can buy local delicacies at the central market of Atarazanas (Spanish: Mercado Central de Atarazanas) near the sea coast. In the past, the premises served as a shipyard.
The architecture of the building is distinguished by a mixture of ancient and modern styles.
- Address: Calle Atarazanas, 10;
- Opening hours: Sun – closed, Mon – Sat 10:00 – 14:00.
Tourists are invited to sunbathe and swim in the waters of the Mediterranean Sea on the artificial city beach of La Malagueta (Spanish: Playa de La Malagueta). Organizing a sandy place under the sun creates all the conditions for a comfortable stay. The beach is equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas, toilets and showers. Cafes and entertainment attractions are scattered along the coastline.
Where to go with children?
Malaga offers young tourists to visit interesting places, the impressions of which will last a long time.
On an excursion to the Alborania Museum (Spanish: Museo Alborania/Aula del Mar), little visitors will get acquainted with a collection of shells, ancient maps, models of centuries-old ships and rare ship equipment. In addition, in Alborania there is an aquarium, also open to the public.
- Address: Palmeral de las Sorpresas Muelle 2;
- Opening hours: July 1 – September 15 11:00 – 14:00; 17:00 – 24:00; September 16 – June 30 10:30 – 14:30; 16:30 – 21:30 (Fri – Sun until 23:30).
- Ticket price: adult – 7 EUR, child/senior – 5 EUR.
For those who love speed and drive, there is a karting center Kart&Fun (Spanish: Kart&Fun de Malaga). It will be fun and interesting for both adults and children, because in the open area there are several trails, from difficult to simple. There is also the opportunity to relax and have a snack in the café-bar.
- Address: Cannes, Route de Gourdon;
- Opening hours: daily from 9:30 to 18:00.
On a hot day, it will be especially pleasant to stroll through Malaga Park (Spanish: Malaga Park). In this place, vacationers will meet flying parrots and get acquainted with plants; near some there are stands with descriptions. For active and sporty people there are convenient paths for cycling, skateboarding and rollerblading.
You can spend an unforgettable day with children at the “Horse Ranch” (Spanish: Hacienda Horses). At the horse riding center, instructors will conduct classes for both adults and children, and guides will tell interesting facts about horses.
Address: Cortijo Uribe, Lugar Cortijo Uribe.
Principia Science Center
Another educational museum, the Principia Science Center (Spanish: Centro de Ciencia Principia), will delight little children. They are invited to conduct physical and chemical experiments, as well as visit the planetarium with an excursion program in Russian.
Address: Av. de Luis Bunuel, 6.
Malaga is a place suitable not only for a summer beach holiday. Thanks to its rich history, Malaga has the opportunity to see many interesting architectural, historical and natural attractions that attract many tourists at any time of the year. And thanks to the fact that all the main and most interesting attractions are located very compactly, in the very center of the city, you can get acquainted with the history and architecture of Malaga in one day.
What is so remarkable about Malaga? What can you do in the city, where to go and what to see?
Malaga Cathedral
Or simply La Catedral (Catedral de Málaga) - the most famous, monumental, beautiful and memorable landmark of Malaga. Malaga Cathedral is considered the pearl of the Renaissance in all of Andalusia. The majestic building of the cathedral stands out against the background of other, low and less sophisticated buildings of the historical center of the city, and the cathedral tower is visible from many points of old Malaga.
By the way! The cathedral has only one tower; according to some sources, there was not enough money to build a second tower. Due to the absence of one tower, the people of Malaga Cathedral called “La Manquita”, which means “One-Handed”. The Cathedral Museum is located inside.
Alcazaba and Gibralfaro fortresses
Both castles have a convenient location, they are close to each other. Of the two Malaga fortresses, Alcazaba is the best preserved, and therefore is probably more interesting to visit, while Gibralfaro was less fortunate, for the most part only the fortress defensive walls, gates and towers remained from it. However, the view of Malaga from the walls of Gibralfaro is simply magnificent.
The Alcazaba, an incredibly impressive fortress of the same name, built in the 11th century, was once the palace-fortress of the city's Muslim rulers. The fortress of Gibralfaro dates back to the 14th century.
Roman theater
Situated at the foot of the Gibralfaro hill, near the Alcazaba Castle, the Roman Theater (Teatro Romano de Málaga) dates back to the 1st century BC. at that time Malaga was part of one of the Roman provinces. The theater was used for its intended purpose until the 3rd century AD. Later, when Muslims took over Malaga, the theater lost its main functions and turned into a quarry. It was then that the theater began to undergo tremendous destruction; many parts of the theater were used for the construction of the neighboring castle - Alcazaba.
However, despite the long-term destruction of the theater, the ancient landmark has been preserved quite well. Parts of the spectator seats and the round platform where the performances took place have survived to this day.
Constitution Square
The main square of the historical center of Malaga is Constitution Square (Plaza de la Constitución). This is perhaps the largest and most visited square in the historical center of the city. Plaza de la Constitución has been the heart of the old quarter since the founding of Malaga.
Holidays and various city events are held on the square, and on Christmas and New Year's Eve the main city tree is installed.
The decoration of the square is the marble fountain of Genoa (Fuente de Génova), dating back to the 16th century - a striking example of the Renaissance style.
Marques de Larios street
The most visited and elite street in the old part of Malaga, Calle Marqués de Larios, begins from Constitution Square. This street is not long, there are many shops and boutiques on it, street performers perform, entertaining local residents and guests of the city. On the eve of the main winter holidays, the street is decorated with a beautiful ensemble of light compositions.
Bishop's Palace
The Bishop's Palace (Palacio Episcopal) is currently a Spanish cultural heritage site. The palace building was erected in 1762 and is currently considered one of the best examples of civil architecture in Malaga. Particular attention is paid to the design of the main entrance on the main facade, made in the Baroque style and shaped like balconies and an altar, and also decorated with pink columns. Now the building houses the Diocesan Museum of Sacred Art.
Church of the Sacred Heart
In one of the tiny squares of the historical center of Malaga you can see a beautiful monument of neo-Gothic art of Malaga - the Church of the Sacred Heart (Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesus), dating back to 1920.
Merced area
Plaza de la Merced is one of the most important squares in the city and is also known as the birthplace of Picasso. In the center of the square is the monument to General Torrijos, a large obelisk that characterizes the place.
Near the square there is the Picasso House Museum and the oldest stage in the capital of the Costa del Sol, the venue for the Malaga Film Festival - the Teatro Cervantes.
Plaza de Toros "La Malagueta"
The bullring in Malaga is called Plaza de toros de La Malagueta - one of the most popular places in the city. Currently, the round arena is more than just a place for bullfights, it is also one of the symbols of Malaga. If you are not a fan of fights between people and animals, then you can simply visit the bullfighting museum, where you will get acquainted with the history of the development of bullfighting in Malaga.
City Hall and Luis Alonso Gardens
Malaga City Hall (Casa consistorial de Malaga) or simply Malaga City Hall is one of the main and most beautiful buildings of Malaga, considered the achievement of Spanish architects of the 20th century and representing an unusual combination of Art Nouveau and Neo-Baroque styles. Currently, the Town Hall houses the City Hall.
Near the Town Hall are the beautiful gardens of Pedro Luis Alonso, also known as the Town Hall Gardens (ardines de Pedro Luis Alonso) with an abundance of citrus trees, ornamental shrubs and walking alleys.
Every year a giant Christmas composition, Belen, is exhibited at the Town Hall, and the building of the Town Hall itself, together with the gardens of Luis Alonso, have already become a wonderful duet and are recognized as historical cultural monuments.
Malaga Park
Malaga Park (Parque Malaga) is central in Malaga and one of the largest city parks in Europe, founded in 1896. This park is a favorite place for local residents and visitors to walk and relax, and is also one of the ten most striking attractions of Malaga.
The total area of the park is more than 30,000 square meters, on which there are three walking alleys stretching along the perimeter of the entire park, fountains and sculptures, children's play areas and recreation areas, curved alleys and small flower beds. All this creates a truly unique picture.
Marine Square and Plaza General Torrijos
The above-mentioned Malaga park not only has a convenient location (located in the very center of the city), it also stretches from one of the beautiful central squares of the city, Plaza de la Marina, to another - Plaza General Torrijos, where another attraction of Malaga is located - the Fountain of the Three Graces (Fuente de las Tres Gracias).
Large cruise port
The port of Malaga (Puerto Malaga) is an international seaport that receives coastal passenger and cargo transport. It is the oldest continuously operating port in Spain and one of the oldest in the Mediterranean, and can accommodate the world's largest cruise ships.
In addition to the direct purpose of the port, a lot of interesting places are concentrated within its borders:
1. A promenade runs along the port - the Muelle Uno alley (Paseo del Muelle Uno) - one of the favorite places for city guests for evening walks.
Currently, part of the boulevard is a shopping and entertainment zone, along which there are cafes and restaurants, shops and a shopping center. And the second is a picturesque walking boulevard - the palm grove of surprises (Palmeral De Las Sorpresas), where you can see a series of interesting sculptures, shady areas with places to relax, a small fountain and children's play areas.
2. The Classroom of the Sea Museum Alborania and a branch of the Parisian art center Pompidou - the Pompidou Center in Malaga, presenting to visitors as a permanent collection of several dozen works from the stunning collection of the Paris Pompidou Center, as well as temporary exhibitions where you can see the works of modern masters.
3. One of the symbols of the city is the Flora Lighthouse (La Farola De Malaga), rising above the pier, dating back to 1817.
4. Ferris wheel (Noria Mirador Princess), which is one of the largest in Europe.
Botanical Garden of Malaga
The Botanical Garden of Malaga (Jardín Botánico La Concepción) is over 150 years old. Currently, La Concepción Garden is considered a park area. This garden is small in size, but varied and especially beautiful during the flowering seasons. The garden contains many varieties of palms and aquatic plants, some coniferous trees, as well as ficus, cacti, orchids and magnolias, vines and olive trees.
The botanical garden is located not in the city center, but more than five kilometers from it, so it is better to allocate separate time for visiting it.
Fish Quarter
There is one interesting place in Malaga! A place where you can enjoy fresh seafood and Mediterranean fish to your heart's content. It is difficult, of course, to call this place a full-fledged attraction, but in terms of the number of people, the “fish part” of Malaga can easily be elevated to the rank of the most visited places in the city!
The fish district in Malaga is located in the area of three beaches: playa de Pedregalejo, playa del Palo and playa del El Dedo. El Palo Beach is initially the city's best fishing area and, accordingly, the two nearby beaches are also not far behind it. Not only city guests, but also local residents with their entire families come here for lunch or dinner. And it’s true, there is no better fishing spot in all of Malaga, where you can have a great rest and taste fresh seafood and fish from the morning catch.
In addition to delicious fish and seafood, this area of Malaga, in our opinion, is the most colorful. There is a picturesque beach strip and low buildings in the characteristic Andalusian style, painted in bright colors.
Malagueta Beach
Like “Fish Paradise,” Malagueta Beach is hardly a tourist attraction, but, nevertheless, La Malagueta is the most visited, photographed and favorite beach of city guests. After all, it is on this beach that perhaps the most recognizable inscription of Malaga is located - “Malagueta”. To take a photo against the background of the inscription, sometimes you have to stand in line, and not only in the summer season)). . The order can be made in advance via the Internet, which is convenient in “foreign” countries and cities. Arrives on time and meets you at the appointed place
