Malaga Itinerary for 3 Days : Ultimate Malaga Travel Guide

Day 1 | Morning

Alcazaba

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 3.5 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Hours

Location: Calle Alcazabilla s/n, Malaga Spain

The Alcazar in Málaga was an important military fortress during Islamic rule and evidence that Islam has existed here for a long time. The castle was rebuilt in 1057 on the basis of the remaining fortresses of the ancient Roman era, and then expanded in the 14th century. It is surrounded by two layers of city walls. It can be called an insurmountable fortress in Malaga. breath. In the hinterland of this castle, part of the palace from the 11th century and courtyards with strong Islamic style are still preserved. Cobblestone slopes and Mediterranean bushes are scattered among them. If you climb the city wall, you can enjoy the harbour style of Malaga. At the entrance of Akazar Castle, there is still a theater used in ancient Roman times. The castle took many stone pillars and building materials from the theater during the original construction, but the outline of the theater can still be vaguely shown to the world.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Picasso Museum Málaga nearby is the top choice before you leave Alcazaba and hit the road.

Picasso Museum Málaga

Opening Hours: Open from 11:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 7 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Calle San Agustin 8, Malaga Spain

The Picasso Museum is a palace converted in the 16th century, retaining its Renaissance style. The museum houses a total of 233 Picasso refinements, drawings and sculptures, among others. From the art master's original academic style to Picasso's works in the 1970s are included in the period. One of the more famous works is "The Statue of Paul in a White Hat". The museum is funded by local artist heirs

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Vincci Selección Aleysa is the best places.

Vincci Selección Aleysa

This beachfront boutique hotel with outdoor swimming pool and hot tub overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. It has direct access to Benalmádena's Las Gaviotas Beach, and all its spacious rooms offer sea views. Vincci Selección Aleysa’s modern, air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a full-led 42-inch TV with satellite channels, as well as a CD and DVD player. They also include a laptop safe box, a small fridge and an electric kettle. The stylish bathrooms include a bathrobe, slippers and toiletries. Free yoga, pilates and yogalates classes are offered in the hotel's garden every morning, overlooking the sea. Vincci Selección Aleysa offers courtesy cars upon request. Vincci Selección Aleysa Hotel Boutique & Spa's restaurant serves international food. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs. There is also a snack bar, terrace and lounge-bar. Puerto Marina leisure port, including a shopping centre and several bars and clubs, is 1.5 km from the hotel. Torrequebrada Golf Course is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

Day 2 | Morning

Museo Casa Natal Picasso

Opening Hours: 9:30-20:00

Ticket Price: 2 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Plaza de la Merced, 15, 29012 Malaga

The Picasso House, located at Plaza Melside 15 in Malaga, merged in 1991 with the Picasso Foundation, which studies the artist. Picasso's former residence is divided into 5 exhibition halls, namely the "19th Century Exhibition Hall", "Picasso's Parents Exhibition Hall", "Picasso in Malaga Exhibition Hall" and two exhibition halls displaying Picasso's works collected by collector Serra. In addition, the Picasso Foundation has an exhibition at 13 Merced Place.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Castillo de Gibralfaro.

Castillo de Gibralfaro

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 3.5 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Hours

Location: Camino Gibralfaro s/n: Camino de Gibralfaro, 11, Malaga Spain

The Gibralfaro Castle was built in the fourteenth century to accommodate the army to protect the castle of Malaga. Today it is one of the most popular places of interest in Malaga. Standing on its ramparts, you can see a beautiful and sultry panorama of Malaga, and you can also enter its cultural center to learn about its history. It takes its name from the lighthouse on the top floor (Jabal-Faruk, Hill of Lighthouses). Although it was the Phoenicians and Romans who started to establish settlements here, in 1340 the Nasr king YusufI (Yusuf I) turned the place into a castle.

Day 2 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa in advance, because all the tourists head to Castillo de Gibralfaro love staying at it.

Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa

This luxury hotel and spa, with its own championship golf course, is a 5-minute drive from Bahía de Casares Beach. It features 2 outdoor pools and a private beach club with infinity pool, restaurant and bar.Home of the annual Volvo World Match Play Championship in 2009, 2011 and 2012, the hotel’s 18-hole golf course was designed by Cabell Robinson. Other on-site facilities include the Jack Nicklaus Academy, 2 tennis courts, and 2 padel courts.The Cortesin spa includes an indoor pool and gym. There is a Turkish bath, sauna, and a unique snow cave. Treatments include seaweed wraps and massage.Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa offers air-conditioned suites with a private balcony, flat-screen satellite TV and free internet access. All bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers.The Kabuki Raw is the hotel's signature restaurant, while the 5 other dining venues include Don Giovanni Italian restaurant, Mediterranean cuisine at The Beach Club, Spanish flavours at El Jardin de Lutz and tapas and cocktails at The Blue Bar. You can also enjoy views of the golf course and Mediterranean at the Golf Club Restaurant.

Day 3 | Morning

La Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica de la Encarnacion

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Malaga

The seaside city of Malaga is the second largest city in Andalusia and the hometown of Picasso, the Spanish painting wizard. Malaga is favored by European and American holiday tourists for its warm blue sea and blue sky and warm Mediterranean climate, and is called the gateway to the Costa del Sol. As the throat of the Mediterranean in the past, Malaga has a history of thousands of years. It was founded by the Phoenicians and later ruled by the ancient Romans and Islam in turn. It is a veritable ancient city. Although there are not many remaining historical sites in Malaga today, many bustling areas have been occupied by modern buildings. However, in large ancient buildings such as the Akazar Fort, visitors can still glimpse the cultural imprint of the past Islamic rule.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Nerja.

Nerja

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: Nerja, Málaga, Spain

Nerja is located in the Spanish province of Malaga, connected to the province of Granada, and is a small rocky town surrounded by coast and mountains. The name Nerha comes from the Islamic religion, which means abundant resources. Now, Nerja, with its unobstructed views of the entire Malaga waterfront, has become a tourist center, known as the Balcony of Europe. Nerja is an ancient city. In 1959, many prehistoric paintings were discovered in the many caves here, testifying to the city's rich history. Today, these caves have become an important attraction in Nerja, where visitors can admire the paintings of these prehistoric inhabitants. Nerja also has a rock known as the Terrace of Europe, which juts out into the Mediterranean Sea, where you can enjoy infinitely wide natural beauty.

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