Málaga Centro Travel Guide
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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.
Picasso Museum Malaga
Within the Palacio de Buenavista, a 16th-century palace, is this museum showcasing the life and works of Malaga’s most celebrated artist.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
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.
Top hotels in Málaga Centro
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
Left reviews before Great place to stay !!!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Lovely room, great breakfast, lovely short walk to the beach, local shops and port. Definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Malaga Centre
This is a clean and friendly hotel. And near the marina and town. We walked all over. When it comes to the room.. it was clean but very basic. No kettle and the bathroom isn't private. The sink is in the room and the shower door is also the bathroom door. And is not enclosed. This may not bother ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Catalonia Molina Lario
Excellent location
Reviewed on 8 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
Unfortunately, a Palace it was not. The rooms were tired with torn or frayed rugs and fabrics. The furniture was in poor condition. The bathroom had mold in the shower. We had no hot water the first night. After that the hot water in the shower was a light brown color. No one asked us how our stay ...
Reviewed on 8 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 Norte
Perchel Norte might not have many top sights, but Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
