Interactive Museum of Music( Museo Interactivo de la Musica Málaga), Muralla Plaza de la Marina, ☏ +34 952 210 440. Daily 10:00-14:00 and 16:00-20:00. Has one of the largest collections of musical instruments in Europe. €3.

As of 2018, the population of Málaga is 571,026, accounting for 527,463 Spanish nationals and 43,563 foreign citizens. [80] There are a lot of misconceptions about Málaga such as that it is full of “expat enclaves” like a lot of the Costa del Sol (not true! read on!) and that there is nothing to do in Málaga (again, totally false! read on!), and many more incorrect stereotypes about this city. Carl's Jr, Explanada de la Estación, s/n Centro Comercial Vialia. Delicious hamburgers. Excellent quality and flavor, also good attention from the staff. ( updated May 2022) The Fiestas de Carnaval, in which people dress in all types of costumes, takes place prior to the holy 40 days of Lent every February. A contest is held in the Teatro Cervantes between groups of singers, quartets and choirs who compete in the singing of ironic songs about social and political issues. The Carnival takes to the streets of Málaga on the week before Ash Wednesday, ending on Malagueta beach with the burial of the anchovy ( entierro de la sardina). [93] Gastronomy [ edit ] EspetosCollado Campaña, Francisco (2012). "Bizancio y la provincia de Spania: capital Málaga?". Gibralfaro. Málaga: Universidad de Málaga (78). ISSN 1696-9294. A really easy way to see the sights in a day, is by bus! Whether you’re visiting Malaga from a cruise ship, or are staying in the city, the bus tour has 14 stops including Malaga’s Cathedral, the Botanical Gardens and the Picasso Museum. There’s a stop just ten minutes walk from the cruise terminal making it really convenient!

If you want to park at Malaga airport, there are many private car parks around the airport which are much cheaper than the official airport car park.

Taperia El Beato, C. Beatas, 3. Great terrace and fantastic service. Fresh fish, homemade croquettes, meatballs in delicious almond sauce. ( updated May 2022) The old historic centre of Málaga reaches the harbour to the south. In the north it is surrounded by mountains, the Montes de Málaga (part of the Baetic Cordillera) lying in the southern base of the Axarquía hills, and two rivers, the Guadalmedina – the historic center is located on its left bank – and the Guadalhorce, which flows west of the city into the Mediterranean, in the Churriana district. El Puerto de Málaga refuerza desde este martes sus conexiones con Melilla". Diario Sur (in Spanish). 24 June 2019 . Retrieved 2 February 2020. Just about every city in Spain (or even many smaller ones) has a municipal museum, and Málaga is no exception. The comprehensive Museo del Patrimonio Municipal details Málaga’s rich history and culture. This is often just called the Museo de Málaga. Málaga’s long Parque de Málaga has almost a jungle-like feel to it. With many types of flora and fauna, and hidden plazas, this is the perfect park to stroll through if you want to walk from the center to the nearest beach (Malagueta).