Sightseeing OverviewThe
Old Town, which contains the vast majority of Málaga’s sights, is bordered to the west by the (largely dry)
Río Guadalmedina, south by the
port and east by the Castillo
de Gibralfaro and
Plaza de Toros (bull ring). To the north the border is regarded as Calle Carreteria, though beyond the
Plaza de la Merced there is little of interest with the exception of the
Santuario de la Victoria church.
The main east-west axis is along the attractive boulevard of
Alameda Principal/Paseo del Parque. The Paseo del Parque
is lined with
tall palms and
botanical gardens. (Unfortunately during 2007 this area is undergoing major renovation which makes a pleasant stroll in the gardens impossible).
Most visitors head inland to the heart of the Old City from the
Alameda Principal along
Calle Marqués de Larios.
Tourist InformationMalaga TourismoAvenida Cervantes 1, just off Paseo del Parque
Tel: 952 209 603.
Website:
www.malagaturismo.com There is another office by the port entrance, Plaza de la Marina 11 (same contact details). Several more information kiosks dotted around the city, including by the Teatro Romana, the Cathedral and at Plaza de la Merced.
The Turismo de la Junta de AndaluciaPasaje de Chinitas 4, just off Plaza de la Constitución
Tel: 952 213 445.
Website:
www.andalucia.org PassesThe
Málaga Card offers admission to museums, the
Málaga Tour Bus and discounts across the city (tel: 902 877 996; website:
www.malagacard.es).
Key Attractions:Picasso Museum
Pablo Picasso was born in Málaga in 1881 and this collection of around 160 of his works is housed in a 16th-century Andalucian palace. It includes paintings, drawings, sculptures and ceramics from his earliest works up to the 1970s and is notable for the portrayal of the women and children in the artist’s life.
Calle San Agustín 8
Tel: 952 602 731.
Website:
www.museopicassomalaga.org
Catedral
Built between the 16th and the 18th centuries, although still unfinished, Málaga’s cathedral is an impressive soaring structure. Don’t miss the carved choir stalls or the two organs. Opposite, the imposing Bishop’s Palace stages art exhibitions.
Calle Molina Lario 9
Tel: 952 215917.
Website:
www.planalfa.es/catedralmalaga
Plaza de la Merced
This handsome square is Málaga’s liveliest, lined with popular bars, cafes and restaurants. It is home to the
Fundación Picasso Museo Casa Natal, the artist’s birthplace, now an interesting little museum. At 13, the Fundación stages exhibitions.
Fundación Picasso Museo Casa Natal
Plaza de la Merced 15
Tel: 952 060 215.
Website:
www.fundacionpicasso.es
Alcazaba
This mini-Alhambra, with its horseshoe arches and geometric Islamic decoration, was the palace-fortress of the city’s Moorish rulers. It was built mostly in the 11th century, hugging the hillside with beautiful terraced gardens (best viewed from the fountain on Paseo del Parque) and a Roman amphitheater below. The upper levels offer fine views.
Calle Alcazabilla
Tel: 952 217 646.
Castillo de Gibralfaro
Málaga’s highest ground is occupied by the crenellated walls and towers of this 14th-century fortress built to defend the Alcazaba immediately below. It now offers a small museum, peaceful pretty gardens and wonderful views.
Camino Gibralfaro
Tel: 952 217 646.
Further Distractions:Museo Unicaja de Artes Populares Set in a charming 17th-century house, this museum of bygones is packed with fascinating colorful displays of ordinary Andalucian life from the last three centuries, including farming, wine, fashion, bullfighting, ceramics and fishing.
Pasillo de Santa Isabel 10
Tel: 952 217 137.
Website:
www.museoartespopulares.com
Centro de Arte Contemporáneo (CAC)
This gleaming white space, set in a former warehouse, has a small permanent collection of contemporary art, but it is the quality of the temporary exhibitions which draws the crowds, particularly on Sundays when the café terrace soon fills up.
Calle Alemania
Tel: 952 120 055.
Website:
www.cacmalaga.org
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