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Málaga is a port city in southern Spain facing the Mediterranean, set along the Guadalmedina River and surrounded by mountains. As one of Spain's major cities, it's a fine place to enjoy scenery where river and sea meet.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Málaga
Gateway airport
Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP)
Best season
Feb, Apr–May
Time zone
Europe/Madrid
Sights covered
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Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of Incarnation

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of Incarnation

A Renaissance-style cathedral in Málaga's old town. It's close to the Alcazaba and Gibralfaro Castle, making it easy to visit them together.

Alcazaba of Málaga

Castles & palaces

Alcazaba of Málaga

An Islamic-era fortress in Málaga, Spain, built in the 11th century and considered one of the country's best-preserved alcazabas. A fortified passage connects it to Gibralfaro Castle, and the ruins of an ancient Roman theater stand beside the entrance.

Museo Picasso Málaga

Museums & galleries

Museo Picasso Málaga

The Museo Picasso Málaga, in southern Spain, houses works by Pablo Picasso. It's well worth a visit for art lovers.

Gibralfaro

Nature

Gibralfaro

This 130-meter hill overlooks downtown Málaga. Located at the foot of the Montes de Málaga, it offers fine views of both the city and the sea.

Roman Catholic Diocese of Málaga

Temples & religious sites

Roman Catholic Diocese of Málaga

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Málaga is one of the centers of faith in the Andalusia region. Exploring the city, visitors can also sense its religious atmosphere.

Museum Jorge Rando

Museums & galleries

Museum Jorge Rando

Located in downtown Málaga, this is Spain's first and only museum dedicated to Expressionism. Works by Jorge Rando and other artists let visitors experience the appeal of Expressionist art.

Museo de Málaga

Museums & galleries

Museo de Málaga

The Museo de Málaga brings together both fine art and archaeology collections under one roof. From paintings to ancient artifacts, its exhibits offer a sense of Andalusia's history and art.

Castle of Gibralfaro

Castles & palaces

Castle of Gibralfaro

This old fortress ruin sits atop a hill overlooking downtown Málaga. Along with the Alcazaba, it stands as one of the historic landmarks representing Málaga, capital of the Costa del Sol.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

13° Jan
15° Feb
16° Mar
17° Apr
21° May
25° Jun
28° Jul
28° Aug
24° Sep
21° Oct
17° Nov
14° Dec

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