7 days in Malaga Itinerary

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Alhambra and Albayzin. Relax by the water at Burriana Beach and Playa de la Cala el Canuelo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Malaga: Nerja (Capistrano Playa, Balcony of Europe, &more), Granada (Mirador de San Nicolas, Royal Chapel of Granada, &more) and Ronda (Museo Lara & Dona Felisa Winery). There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of Alcazaba, take in the waterfront at Puerto Banus Marina, kick back and relax at Playa El Bajondillo, and take a stroll through Marbella Old Town.

To see where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Malaga trip planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Málaga Airport, Jerez Airport and Sevilla Airport. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in September, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can travel back home.