Best Tourist Attractions in Malaga, Spain

The main attractions of Malaga include the Alcazaba and the Castillo de Gibralfaro, featuring a fantastic view of the town and bay. The city presents a handful of excellent museums ranging from historic to modern arts that prove to be very popular. The cathedral and the churches, located in the centre of the city also attract many visitors.

1.     Alcazaba (Arabic fortress)

Alcazaba, Arabic Fortress, is a major landmark of the city. A Moorish fortification of the 8th century, was buit on a hill in the center of the city, in the middle of the 11th century for King Badis of Granada. Enter the Alcazaba through the Christ's door, the Puerta del Cristo. Beside the entrance, there are ruins of a Roman theatre of the 2nd century. Some of the Roman materials were also used for the construction of the Alcazaba. Above the ruins is a steep path that makes its way to the castle crowning the Gibralfaro Hill. There is also an Archaeological Museum inside. Next to the fortress lie the ruins of a Roman amphitheatre which is currently being restored.

2.     Gibralfaro Castle

This was built by Yusef 1 of Granada in the 14th century. The Gibralfaro Castle is a Moorish Castle connected to the Alcazaba by a curtain wall. The attraction is mostly known as being the place of the famous siege between the citizens of Malaga and the Catholic Monarchs. The Castle is on the top of a hill, and walking to the castle offers a real good view of the city and port.

3.     The Picasso Home Museum

The Picasso Home Museum is a public foundation established on the 26th February 1988 under the decision of the City Council. The building was built in 1861 and in 1997 it went through a series of renovations. Classic pieces of Picasso are on display, as well as ceramics and sketches. Located in the center of the city and near the historic monuments, the museum is just a few minutes away from the Cervantes Theatre and is a part of an urban structure, the Casas de Campos. During the restoration of the building, Roman and Phoenician ruins were found and these are displayed in the basement.

4.     Casa Natal Museum – Birth place of Picasso

This is situated in the Plaza de la Merced and is surrounded by the rest of Malaga’s historic attractions. The house was re-opened officially in 1998 to represent the work of Picasso and the memory of his existence. There is an extensive selection of Picasso’s work and information about his life and family. Furthermore the historic house acts as a Research Centre, in the attempt to gather as many artefacts about the artist as possible.

5.     Malaga's Cathedral

Built in between 1528 and 1782, Malaga's Cathedral is a popular tourist destination. Influenced by the baroque styles and the renaissance, the interior is richly decorated with the 17th century choir stalls of mahogany and cedar wood. Just next to the castle lies the Iglesia del Sagrano, the church with a unique rectangular shape.

So that you can have an unforgettable holiday, you need to find a good lodging in Malaga where to stay. There is a great variety of hotels in Malaga, so you will definitely find something for yourself. So don’t hesitate anymore! Travel to Spain, especially travel to Malaga will be a real adventure for you! It will be really an unforgettable experience to be there and to do all the interesting things in Malaga and last but not least to enjoy all the attractions there!