Málaga & Costa del Sol — Landmarks Guide

Discover the finest places to visit in Málaga and the surrounding Andalusian region

Showing 31 of 31 landmarks · from Málaga centre

PhotoDescriptionInfo
MálagaMálaga Cathedral (La Manquita)
36.72020, -4.41940📍 Open in Maps
HistoricalRenaissance cathedral nicknamed 'La Manquita' (one-armed) for its unfinished second tower.Wikipedia ↗4.4 / 4.50.2 kmOpen: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00, Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 14:00–18:30Typical visit: 1–1.5 hPrice: €10
MálagaCasa Aranda
36.71885, -4.42328📍 Open in Maps
FoodBeloved 100-year-old churro bar in central Málaga — an authentic local tradition since 1932.Wikipedia ↗4.3 / 4.00.3 kmOpen: Daily 8:00–13:00, 17:00–21:00Typical visit: 30–45 min
MálagaPicasso Museum Málaga
36.72140, -4.41820📍 Open in Maps
MuseumsOver 200 works by Málaga-born Pablo Picasso spanning his entire artistic career.Wikipedia ↗4.4 / 4.50.3 kmOpen: Tue–Thu 10:00–19:00, Fri–Sat 10:00–21:00, Sun 10:00–19:00Typical visit: 1.5–2 hPrice: €12
MálagaAlcazaba of Málaga
36.72130, -4.41660📍 Open in Maps
Historical11th-century Moorish fortress-palace with ornamental gardens and sweeping city views.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.50.4 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 9:00–20:00 (summer) / 9:00–18:00 (winter)Typical visit: 1–1.5 hPrice: €3.50 (free Sun after 14:00)
MálagaMercado Central de Atarazanas
36.71830, -4.42390📍 Open in Maps
Markets19th-century iron market with a stunning stained glass window depicting Málaga's history.Wikipedia ↗4.4 / 4.50.4 kmOpen: Mon–Sat 8:00–15:00Typical visit: 30–45 minPrice: Free
MálagaMálaga Park (Parque de Málaga)
36.71880, -4.41390📍 Open in Maps
ParksLush tropical park along the port promenade with exotic trees, fountains and sculptures.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.00.7 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 30–60 minPrice: Free
MálagaParking de Muelle Uno
36.71908, -4.41375📍 Open in Maps
ParkingConvenient underground car park at Muelle Uno shopping and dining promenade by the port.Wikipedia ↗3.80.7 kmOpen: Open 24/7
MálagaGibralfaro Castle
36.72333, -4.41083📍 Open in Maps
Historical14th-century hilltop castle with panoramic views over Málaga and the Mediterranean.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.51 kmOpen: Daily 9:00–20:00 (summer) / 9:00–18:00 (winter)Typical visit: 45–60 minPrice: €3.50 (free Sun after 14:00)
MálagaMuseo Automovilístico de Málaga
36.71570, -4.44350📍 Open in Maps
MuseumsUnique museum combining vintage cars with haute couture fashion — a surprisingly enchanting experience.Wikipedia ↗4.6 / 4.52.1 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 10:00–14:00, 16:00–20:00Typical visit: 1.5–2 hPrice: €10
MálagaJardín Botánico Málaga
36.74722, -4.43222📍 Open in Maps
Parks19th-century romantic garden (La Concepción) with tropical plants, a Roman road ruin and sweeping views.Wikipedia ↗4.6 / 4.53 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 9:30–19:30 (summer: until 20:30)Typical visit: 1.5–2 hPrice: €5.20
MálagaRestaurante El Tintero
36.71736, -4.34861📍 Open in Maps
FoodFamous seafood restaurant where waiters call out dishes as they walk — a unique Málaga dining ritual.Wikipedia ↗4.2 / 4.06.5 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 12:00–17:00Typical visit: 1–2 h
Rincón de la VictoriaCueva del Tesoro
36.71971, -4.29768📍 Open in Maps
NatureOne of only three marine-origin caves in the world, with Palaeolithic paintings and spectacular stalactites.Wikipedia ↗4.1 / 4.011 kmOpen: Daily 10:00–19:00Typical visit: 45–60 min
Rincón de la VictoriaAcantilados y Túneles de El Cantal
36.72570, -4.28310📍 Open in Maps
ActivitiesDramatic coastal cliffs and historic military tunnels carved into the rock — a hidden gem near Málaga.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.012.3 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 1–1.5 hPrice: Free
BenalmádenaColomares Castle
36.59060, -4.57250📍 Open in Maps
HistoricalExtravagant Byzantine-Gothic-Mudéjar monument castle built solo over seven years by a local doctor to honour Christopher Columbus and the discovery of the Americas.Wikipedia ↗4.6 / 4.519.8 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00 (winter) / 10:00–20:00 (spring) / 10:00–14:00, 17:00–21:00 (summer); closed MonTypical visit: 45–60 minPrice: €3.50
ComaresHotel-Restaurante Verde Oliva
36.84760, -4.24830📍 Open in Maps
FoodRustic hilltop restaurant serving traditional Axarquían cuisine with breathtaking views over the valley.Wikipedia ↗4.4 / 4.020.9 kmOpen: Daily 13:00–16:00, 20:00–23:00 (closed Mon)Typical visit: 1.5–2 h
ComaresThe Door of Málaga
36.84830, -4.24770📍 Open in Maps
Scenic SpotsAncient Moorish gateway at the edge of Comares with a sweeping panoramic view stretching to Málaga city on clear days.Wikipedia ↗4.7 / 4.520.9 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 20–30 minPrice: Free
ComaresComares
36.84939, -4.24816📍 Open in Maps
Pueblos BlancosAn eagle's nest village perched on a rocky crag at 739 m — stunning panoramas across the Axarquía.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.021 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 1–1.5 hPrice: Free
MijasMijas Pueblo
36.59550, -4.63680📍 Open in Maps
Pueblos BlancosPicturesque whitewashed village above the coast with donkey taxis, ceramic workshops and sea panoramas.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.523.8 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 1.5–2 hPrice: Free
AntequeraEl Torcal de Antequera
36.96390, -4.54680📍 Open in Maps
NatureExtraordinary limestone karst landscape with bizarre rock formations — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.Wikipedia ↗4.7 / 4.529.2 kmOpen: Daily 9:00–19:00 (summer: until 20:00)Typical visit: 1.5–2 hPrice: Free
El ChorroCaminito del Rey
36.91583, -4.77278📍 Open in Maps
ActivitiesEurope's most spectacular mountain path, clinging to sheer gorge walls 100 m above the Guadalhorce river.Wikipedia ↗4.8 / 4.538 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 9:00–17:00 (seasonal, advance booking required)Typical visit: 3–4 h
CómpetaCómpeta
36.83289, -3.97467📍 Open in Maps
Pueblos BlancosCharming mountain village in the Axarquía region, famous for its muscatel wine and spectacular views.Wikipedia ↗4.4 / 4.041.7 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 1–2 hPrice: Free
FrigilianaFrigiliana
36.78330, -3.90000📍 Open in Maps
Pueblos BlancosOne of Andalusia's most beautiful villages — steep cobbled lanes, Moorish architecture and stunning mountain views.Wikipedia ↗4.7 / 4.547 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 1.5–2 hPrice: Free
NerjaNerja
36.74690, -3.87890📍 Open in Maps
Pueblos BlancosCharming whitewashed resort town on the Costa del Sol, famed for its Balcón de Europa viewpoint and cave system.Wikipedia ↗4.6 / 4.548.4 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 2–3 hPrice: Free
NerjaBalcón de Europa
36.74660, -3.87600📍 Open in Maps
Scenic SpotsA dramatic promontory overlooking two beautiful coves — the jewel of Nerja and finest view on the Costa del Sol.Wikipedia ↗4.6 / 4.548.7 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 20–30 minPrice: Free
NerjaPlaya Burriana
36.74450, -3.87050📍 Open in Maps
BeachesNerja's largest and best beach — crystal-clear waters set against dramatic cliffs with excellent chiringuitos.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.549.2 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 2–4 hPrice: Free
NerjaFundación Cueva de Nerja
36.76167, -3.84583📍 Open in Maps
NatureSpectacular cave system with the world's longest known stalactite column and prehistoric cave paintings.Wikipedia ↗4.3 / 4.551.5 kmOpen: Daily 10:00–14:00, 16:00–18:30Typical visit: 1–1.5 hPrice: €12.75
MarbellaPuerto Banús
36.48750, -4.95250📍 Open in Maps
ActivitiesGlamorous marina packed with superyachts and designer boutiques — the quintessential Costa del Sol experience.Wikipedia ↗4.3 / 4.054.1 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 1–2 hPrice: Free
CampillosCampillos Karting Circuit KartCenter
37.03885, -4.91420📍 Open in Maps
KartingProfessional karting circuit on the Carretera A-384, Km 101 — open sessions and race events for all skill levels.4.3 / 4.056.3 kmOpen: Tue–Sun 10:00–20:00Typical visit: 1–2 h
RondaPuente Nuevo — Centro de Interpretación
36.74063, -5.16585📍 Open in Maps
Scenic SpotsIconic 18th-century bridge spanning the 120 m deep El Tajo gorge — with an interpretive centre inside the central arch.Wikipedia ↗4.7 / 5.066.4 kmOpen: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–15:00Typical visit: 30–45 min
RondaBullring of the Royal Cavalry of Ronda
36.74236, -5.16707📍 Open in Maps
HistoricalOne of Spain's oldest bullrings (1785), now a museum tracing the history of bullfighting in Ronda.Wikipedia ↗4.5 / 4.566.5 kmOpen: Daily 10:00–18:00Typical visit: 45–60 minPrice: €6.50
RondaRonda Bridge Best Viewpoint
36.74320, -5.16680📍 Open in Maps
Scenic SpotsThe classic postcard viewpoint over the Puente Nuevo and the sheer Tajo gorge — unmissable at golden hour.Wikipedia ↗4.6 / 4.566.5 kmOpen: Open daily (always accessible)Typical visit: 20–30 minPrice: Free