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Rent a car in Malaga and experience the best of the Costa del Sol. Pick up your hire car and head into the ancient city where you can begin soaking up the sun and nearly 3,000 years of history and culture, with a choice of 28 museums, including the Museo Picasso Malaga.
Stop off for a leisurely bite to eat, of some locally caught gambas, or paella, then continue to explore Malaga’s palaces, cathedrals and fortresses, leaving time for relaxing on the Playa de la Caleta’s. Driving out of the city, just an hour to the north, you can experience El Caminito del Rey’s walk across Gaitanes Ravine 100 metres above the ground. Or take a road trip to see the medieval architecture and remarkable Alhambra Palace in Grenada.
Choose from a great range of cars, from family saloons to premium and electric cars, when you hire a car in Malaga. Book with Hertz online today to discover the Andalucian region of Spain.
Pickup locations in Malaga
- Malaga Airport
- Malaga - Malaga Maria Zambrano Railway Station
- Alice Springs Commercial
- Malaga - Port of Malaga (Cruise Terminal)
- Malaga El Viso - El Viso Industrial Estate
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Malaga car rental driving guide
Parking in Malaga
- Calle Guillen Sotelo (29016) is open 24/7, close to the Museo de Malaga (Museum of Malaga), the gardens of Puerta Oscura and The Alcazba. This is free car parking - look for the white lines.
- Parking Muelle Uno (29015) is open 24/7 (check for passes if you'll park there for a few days), close to Museo Picasso Malaga (Picasso Museum Malaga), Castillo de Gibralfaro (Gibralfaro Castle) and Muelle Uno Shopping centre.
- Parking Tejon (29008) is open 24/7, close to Museo Interactivo de la Musica (Interactive Music Museum), Museo Casa Natal Picasso Malaga (Picasso Birthplace Museum) and Mercado de Salamanca (Food Bazaar).
Key roads in Malaga
How to get from Malaga to Grenada
It takes just over 90 minutes to drive the 130 km from Malaga to Grenada.
- Leave the car hire car park at Malaga Maria Zambrano Railway (29002).
- Turn right onto C. Heroe de Sostoa, with a slight right onto Av. Juan XXIII.
- Continue until Pl. de Manuel Azana.
- Merge onto the A357, take exit 65 onto A-7 towards Almeria/AP-46/A-45.
- Take exit 236 for AP-46. The AP-46 is a toll road, so be aware of charges and how to pay.
- Merge on A-45, take exit 114 towards A-92M and continue to exit 0.
- Move onto A-92, take exit 230 towards Santa Fe/Grenada.
- Continue onto A-92G, then N-432, take the 1st exit at the roundabout and follow the signs to Grenada.
How to get from Malaga to Torremolinos
Torremolinos is just a 25-minute drive from Malaga. Just head onto the MA-21 and follow this to N-340 and to Av. De los Manantiales in Torremolinos.
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A quick guide to Malaga
Hotel Miramar
Paseo de Reding, 22-24, 29016 Málaga, Spain
Overlooking the Bay of Málaga, this restored 1926 palace offers elegant rooms, lush gardens, and a serene spa. Guests enjoy refined dining, sea-view terraces, and proximity to La Malagueta Beach.
Novotel Suites Malaga Centro
C. San Jacinto, 7, Distrito Centro, 29007 Málaga, Spain
Located in Málaga's historic centre, this modern hotel features spacious, soundproofed suites with kitchenettes. Guests benefit from a fitness centre, 24-hour snacks, and easy access to museums and beaches.
Hotel Vincci Selección Posada del Patio
Sta. Isabel Corridor, 7, 29005 Málaga.
Situated in Málaga's historic centre, this five-star hotel combines contemporary design with preserved Roman and Arab walls. Amenities include a rooftop pool, gourmet dining, and exclusive essence rooms for a luxurious stay.
Casa Lola
C. Granada, 46, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga, Spain.
Casa Lola, nestled in Málaga’s historic core, captures local flavour with classic Andalusian décor and favourites like oxtail croquettes, Russian salad, and fried aubergines. Its lively setting draws diners seeking authentic, regional cuisine.
Nomad Restaurant
Av. del Prado, 10, Nueva Andalucía, 29660 Marbella, Málaga, Spain
Nomad Marbella offers a vibrant dining experience with dishes like lime butter stone bass and truffle arancini. Its stylish interiors and live entertainment create an unforgettable atmosphere in Nueva Andalucía.
Bodega El Pimpi.
C. Granada, 62, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga, Spain
Housed in a historic building, El Pimpi is renowned for its Andalusian tapas like "la pringá" and fried aubergines with honey. The rustic decor and cultural ambiance offer a quintessential Málaga dining experience.
Alcazaba
C/ Alcazabilla, 2, Distrito Centro, 29012 Málaga, Spain
A Moorish fortress-palace built between the 11th and 14th centuries, the Alcazaba offers lush gardens, historic architecture, and panoramic views over Málaga’s port and cityscape.
Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica de la Encarnación de Málaga
C. Molina Lario, 9, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga, Spain
Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica de la Encarnación, built between 1528 and 1782, showcases Renaissance architecture with a Baroque façade and an unfinished southern tower, famously known as “La Manquita” in Málaga’s historic centre.
Castillo de Gibralfaro
Cam. Gibralfaro, 11, Distrito Centro, 29016 Málaga, Spain
Castillo de Gibralfaro, constructed in the 14th century to safeguard the Alcazaba, stands atop Málaga, offering breathtaking views of the city and Mediterranean Sea. This historic fortress embodies Málaga’s rich Islamic heritage and strategic military importance.
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