Málaga
The old town and its museums, tapas and the market, the city beaches east of the port, and the day trips by train and bus to Ronda, Granada and the Caminito del Rey.
7 guides · latest check 21 Oct 2026
Málaga · Itineraries
A three-day Málaga plan: Gibralfaro, the Alcazaba and a market lunch, then Picasso, the port and espetos by the sea, then the Caminito del Rey or Nerja. With October 2026 hours and prices.
Málaga · Where to stay
Where to base yourself in Málaga: the old town, Soho, La Merced, La Malagueta and the port, the station area and Pedregalejo, with the hotels in each and when rates are lowest.
Málaga · Getting around
Málaga airport to the centre by C1 train, express bus or taxi, 2026 fares for buses, metro and taxis, the high-speed trains, and how to reach the Caminito, Ronda, Nerja and Granada.
Málaga · Sights & tickets
October 2026 prices and hours: the €10 Alcazaba and Gibralfaro ticket, the €13 Picasso Museum, the €10 Cathedral with its rooftop shut, and the Sunday afternoons when most museums are free.
Málaga · Food & drink
Where to eat in Málaga: the Atarazanas market, the old bodegas, espetos on the beach at Pedregalejo and El Palo, Málaga wine, and the 2026 Michelin tables, with hours and booking rules.
Málaga · Nightlife
Málaga at night in 2026: old-town bars, Soho and the seafront, five hotel rooftops, live music, clubs and flamenco, Andalucía’s closing times, and the Feria by day and by night.
Málaga · Beaches
Málaga’s 15 city beaches, from La Malagueta to El Palo, the Costa del Sol beaches along the C1 train, and Nerja’s coves, with the 2026 lifeguard dates and the rules on dogs.
Every destination · Practical
When travel insurance is worth it, what UK policies cover and exclude, the alcohol and activity wording to check, and the firm behind each provider, from GOV.UK, the NHS and the insurers’ own documents.