Discover the city of Málaga: its museums, monuments and cultural attractions, as well as recommendations for bars and restaurants to help you make the most of your stay.
Art museum
Museo Thyssen
A world-class collection of European masters housed in the Palacio de Villalón, right in the historic centre. Free entry on Sundays.
Market
Atarazanas Market
Málaga's iconic central market, a 19th-century iron and tile building. Go in the morning for fresh produce, tapas and the best seafood in the city.
Harbour & leisure
Muelle Uno
A stunning waterfront promenade with restaurants, shops and open-air bars. Perfect for an evening stroll with views of the harbour.
Shopping street
Calle Larios
The elegant marble pedestrian avenue at the heart of Málaga. Lined with shops, cafés and palm trees — the city's natural meeting point.
Art museum
Museo Picasso
The birthplace of Picasso. The museum is housed in the 16th-century Palacio de Buenavista and holds more than 200 works from all periods of his life.
Moorish fortress
Alcazaba
An 11th-century Moorish fortified palace perched above the city. Climb up for panoramic views over the port, the cathedral and the Roman Theatre below.
Cathedral
Catedral de Málaga
The 'La Manquita' (one-armed lady) — Málaga's unfinished Renaissance cathedral. Climb to the rooftop for sweeping views across the old town.
Roman ruins
Teatro Romano
A 1st-century Roman theatre discovered in 1951, tucked at the foot of the Alcazaba. Free entry. One of the best-preserved Roman structures in Andalusia.
Contemporary art
Museo Pompidou
The first Centre Pompidou outside of France, in a striking glass cube on the waterfront. Rotating exhibitions of modern and contemporary art.
Bar & bodega
El Pimpi
Málaga's most famous tavern. Barrels signed by celebrities, wine from the barrel, and the undeniable atmosphere of a true malagueño classic.
Stay in the heart of it all
Lemon Tree Hostel is 10 minutes from the Cathedral, the Alcazaba and Muelle Uno.