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

• The A45 travels north towards Antequera and Cordoba.
• The Autovia A-7 leads west to Cadiz and east to Barcelona.
• The A357 goes north to Campillos and connects with the A-384 and the A-365

How to get from Malaga to Grenada

It takes just over 90 minutes to drive the 130 km from Malaga to Grenada.

1. Leave the car hire car park at Malaga Maria Zambrano Railway (29002).
2. Turn right onto C. Heroe de Sostoa, with a slight right onto Av. Juan XXIII.
3. Continue until Pl. de Manuel Azana.
4. Merge onto the A357, take exit 65 onto A-7 towards Almeria/AP-46/A-45.
5. Take exit 236 for AP-46. The AP-46 is a toll road, so be aware of charges and how to pay.
6. Merge on A-45, take exit 114 towards A-92M and continue to exit 0.
7. Move onto A-92, take exit 230 towards Santa Fe/Grenada.
8. Continue onto A-92G, then N-432, take the 1^st 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.

Best hotels in Malaga

Room Mate Larios

Calle Marques de Larios 2, 29005 Malaga

A beautiful, older style building transforms into a modern boutique hotel inside, at Room Mate Larios. With a rooftop terrace overlooking the town, and local to many of the most popular tourist attractions, this is the hotel for those weekend breaks full of sightseeing and shopping.

Gran Hotel Miramar GL

Paseo Reding 22-24, 29016 Malaga

This stunning five-star hotel overlooks the Mediterranean Sea, and the backdrop is one you will never forget. Only 5 minutes’ drive from the city’s top museums, this will be a stay that will leave you relaxed and educated on the city’s deep history.

Room Mate Valeria

Plaza Poeta Alfonso Conales 5, 29001 Malaga

A fresh and fun interior makes your stay even more exciting with the four-star Room Mate Valeria. With plenty of attractions nearby, including the PlayDay Malaga, where families can do fun interactional games, this is an exciting hotel for parents and kids alike.  

Best restaurants in Malaga

Taberna los 13

Calle Edison, 29006 Malaga

You can’t be in Malaga and not try the exceptional seafood and Taberna los 13 is high on the list of excellent seafood restaurants. In a perfect location for getting around and with a menu that boasts the best bluefin tuna in Malaga, try out this typical Cadiz tavern.

Papa Piquillo

Calle Carcer 2, 29008 Malaga

A fusion of Spanish and Mediterranean tapas which is not on the tourist trail. Close to several museums, it is a great stop-off after seeing the sights.

MIMO Vegan Bistro

Calle Vendeja 29, 29001 Malaga

A vegan restaurant that has made a name for itself in Malaga. Using locally sourced ingredients, and with plenty of options for those with dietary requirements, it’s one not to be missed!

Best attractions in Malaga

Malaga Cathedral

Calle Molina Lario 9, 29015 Malaga

A beautiful building with audio guided tours to hear about the history of one of the oldest buildings in Malaga. Discover the hidden gems of this stunning cathedral and find out more about Malaga’s religious past.  

Museo Picasso Malaga

Calle San Augustin 8, 29015 Malaga

Discover the history of Pablo Picasso and where he lived and worked. This museum also has different exhibitions by visiting artists and musicians, so it is always worth checking with the museum before your visit. 

Mercado Central de Atarazanas

Calle Atarazanas 10, 29005 Malaga

Take in one of the most popular farmer’s markets in Malaga and try the various samples that will be on offer. With various food stalls and little cafes inside, you’ll enjoy the variety of different Mediterranean dishes on offer.