Malaga Tour in English Discover the City with Local Guide

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Malaga is much more than beaches and fried fish. It is a place full of history and secrets that only a Malaga can share with you. On this 2-hour tour, an official and local guide will take you on a journey through almost 3,000 years of history, from the Phoenicians to the present day, including anecdotes from Romans, Muslims and international artists closely related to Malaga. Enjoy a pleasant and close experience in small groups, where you can ask questions and explore each corner with peace of mind.

What's Included

guided walking tour in English by local guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

I'll be right next to the glass pyramid in front of the Roman theatre with a white pennant

End point
Plaza de la Merced

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Teatro Romano de Malaga

    In this first stop we will welcome the tour and make an introduction about the city of Malaga and its origins. We will focus especially on getting to know the Roman remains that we have around: The Roman theater and the salt flats

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Alcazaba (Pass by)

    At this stop, next to the Alcazaba, we will talk about the Muslim past and talk about the building of the Alcazaba, the castle of Gibralfaro and also know when the city went from Muslim to Christian.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Although today this place is the archaeological and fine art museum, it is a building that was built in the 18th century for a very different use. We will review the building with some curious anecdotes and from here we will understand very well the evolution of the city and its great change thanks to seeing some old photos.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Parque de Malaga

    The green lung of the city. It is a free botanical garden in the city center, with trees and plants from 5 continents.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Plaza de la Marina

    From here we will talk about the importance of the port of Malaga in the past and in the present and we will also talk about a curious anecdote that unites us with a famous international writer

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    La Calle Larios

    The most famous and most beautiful street in Malaga. We will walk it from end to end and during the tour I will explain everything about it. From its opening to why today it is one of the most popular places in the city.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    One of the most charming places in the city. Here we will talk about one of the most famous and oldest bars / cafes in the city and its direct relationship with Federico García Lorca. In addition, we will walk through the surrounding streets, a maze of narrow streets, which takes us away from the most modern Malaga and transports us to the Muslim layout of the city.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Malaga Cathedral (Pass by)

    The cathedral is the most imposing building in the city. We will see it from different parts so we can appreciate the difference in styles due to the long time it took to build. In addition, we will tell many anecdotes and curiosities of this cathedral.

    Admission ticket free
  • Museo Picasso Malaga (Pass by)

    One of the most important museums in the city. Not many people know Picasso was born in Malaga. We will talk about the museum and why its opening was so interesting for the city.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Church of Santiago

    Along this street Granada we will talk about one of the oldest churches in Malaga, but we will also talk about the popular winery El Pimpi, we will talk about gastronomy, wine and typical products.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Fundacion Picasso - Museo Natal

    In this Plaza de la Merced we finish the tour, but before saying goodbye we will tell curiosities about this square and talk more about Pablo Picasso since next to this stop we will see his birthplace.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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