From outdoor water sports to museum hopping, Malaga boasts a wide array of activities suitable for backpackers, families and couples. The seafront promenade of La Malagueta is, without a doubt, the social epicenter of local life. Trendy bars, nice beaches, galleries, souvenir shops, cultural happenings... you can find everything you need to have a fun day along this beautiful port. For a typical lunch in a ‘chiringuito’ bar on the beach with some fresh fried fish, travelers are advised to head to El Palo neighborhood. This laid-back area is a favorite among locals and water-sports lovers. The Mercado Central de Atarazanas is also a very good place to start your discovery of Andalucian food and local sweet wines. Of course, visitors can’t leave Malaga without spending some time in some of the noteworthy museums in the city. Museo Picasso is of particular interest for those who wish to see the most personal side of this world-renowned genius.

Recently, both ‘The Financial Times’ and ‘Le Monde’ published articles praising Malaga's transformation into one of the coolest, trendiest cities in the South of Europe. From a sleepy Andalucian town, Malaga has become a hub for tourists and artists all around the world. Do you want to discover why? Join Free Walking Tours in Malaga to discover the Roman remains, avant-garde museums, get the best recommendations for food and tips about the hippest clubs. In the Essential Malaga City Tour, a reliable local guide will lead guests around the main sights of the historical center. Alternatively, the Free Art Tour of Malaga is a good introduction to the many important museums and galleries displaying interesting collections across town. Finally, there are also Free Tours of the Alcazaba providing both an in-depth introduction to Arab Malaga as well as a presentation of this massive fortress and the meaning of every room.

This Andalusian city on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea is world-renowned not only for its sunny beaches and archaeological remains, but also for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. Free Tours in Malaga are the smartest way to discover the cultural and historical significance of this ancient Roman city. Most travelers start their journey in Malaga stepping back in time to the origins of the city in the well-preserved 1st century AD Roman Theater. Other important landmarks in Malaga are the Cathedral, the castle of Gibralfaro, La Malagueta seafront promenade, the Centre Pompidou in Malaga, the Carmen Thyssen Museum (focusing on 19th century Spanish paintings) and the must-see Museo Picasso (showcasing more than two hundreds works donated by members of Picasso's family). After that, we recommend booking Malaga Free Walking Tours to explore the imposing Alcazaba, a palatial 11th century fortification with lush gardens and intricate decorations, built by the Hammudi dynasty.