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  What’s on this month
  
  Public Holidays
  
  Events for season
  
  Christmas Easter Summer Spring Winter Autumn Public Holidays
  
  View all events
  
  all you need
  
  Discover Malaga in 2,3 or 5 days
  
  €4,95
  
  Get the Book
  
  Information
  
  There’s no shortage of things to see in Malaga and this section lists the highlights. We’ve taken the best sights in the city – art, monuments, museums and landmarks – and put together essential information for the visitor. This is one of our works in progress so keep checking back for new additions!
  
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  Art Landmarks Monuments Museums
  
  View all
  
  all you need
  
  Discover Malaga in 2,3 or 5 days
  
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  Malaga might be a small city, but it’s packed with things to do. This section lists our suggestions of the best. We’ve included a wide range of things to do in Malaga to suit all tastes and all ages including toddlers and teenagers. And if like us, you like getting off the beaten track, don’t miss the unusual things to do.
  
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  Guide to eating out
  
  restaurant reviews
  
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  Pick of the Best Treat Yourself Worth the Trip International Gourmet Tapas Fish & seafood
  
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  Book a Malaga
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Joanna Styles

Joanna Styles is a long-term Malaga resident and freelance writer and journalist, specialising in travel topics, particularly about her beloved Malaga and Andalusia.

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EXPLORE
- Events
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  There’s certainly plenty going on in Malaga. The city has a packed calendar of cultural events and festivals plus lots to do every month. This section provides all the information about events in Malaga whatever time of year you’re visiting the city. Read on and have your diary ready for some great Malaga events!
  
  What’s on this month
  
  Public Holidays
  
  Events for season
  
  Christmas Easter Summer Spring Winter Autumn Public Holidays
  
  View all events
  
  all you need
  
  Discover Malaga in 2,3 or 5 days
  
  €5.95
  
  buy yours now
  
  Information
  
  There’s no shortage of things to see in Malaga and this section lists the highlights. We’ve taken the best sights in the city – art, monuments, museums and landmarks – and put together essential information for the visitor. This is one of our works in progress so keep checking back for new additions!
  
  Categories
  
  Art Landmarks Monuments Museums
  
  View all
  
  all you need
  
  Your perfect travel guide in Malaga
  
  €5.95
  
  buy yours now
  
  Information
  
  Malaga might be a small city, but it’s packed with things to do. This section lists our suggestions of the best. We’ve included a wide range of things to do in Malaga to suit all tastes and all ages including toddlers and teenagers. And if like us, you like getting off the beaten track, don’t miss the unusual things to do.
  
  Categories
  
  Ideas Day trips Shopping Time out Walking tours Unusual things Kids Learn Spanish
  
  View all
  
  all you need
  
  The only guidebook you need in Malaga!
  
  €4.95
  
  buy your ebook now
  
  Information
  
  Wondering where to eat out in Malaga? Looking for tried and trusted restaurant recommendations? Then, check out our listings of the best places to eat and drink in the city, from your early caffeine dose to late-night cocktail with breakfast, lunch and dinner in between.
  
  Guide to eating out
  
  restaurant reviews
  
  Categories
  
  Pick of the Best Treat Yourself Worth the Trip International Gourmet Tapas Fish & seafood
  
  View all
  
  Book a Malaga
  Tapas Tour
  
  Information
  
  guide to where to stay in malaga list of malaga hotel faqs recommended accommodation in malaga
  
  Malaga flights booked? Tick. Malaga accommodation booked? Maybe not yet. This is perhaps your biggest decision before you arrive. The good news is that you’re spoilt for choice as Malaga has a long, long list of places to stay. But the not-so-good news is that they get booked up quickly. Read on for some ideas on the types of accommodation in Malaga and tips for booking them.
  
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  Boutique Hotels Family-friendly Mid-range Unusual Stays Budget Hotels
  
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  Book a Malaga
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  There’s certainly plenty going on in Malaga. The city has a packed calendar of cultural events and festivals plus lots to do every month. This section provides all the information about events in Malaga whatever time of year you’re visiting the city. Read on and have your diary ready for some great Malaga events!
  
  What’s on this month
  
  Public Holidays
  
  Events for season
  
  Christmas Easter Summer Spring Winter Autumn Public Holidays
  
  View all events
  
  all you need
  
  Discover Malaga in 2,3 or 5 days
  
  €4,95
  
  Get the Book
  
  Information
  
  There’s no shortage of things to see in Malaga and this section lists the highlights. We’ve taken the best sights in the city – art, monuments, museums and landmarks – and put together essential information for the visitor. This is one of our works in progress so keep checking back for new additions!
  
  Categories
  
  Art Landmarks Monuments Museums
  
  View all
  
  all you need
  
  Discover Malaga in 2,3 or 5 days
  
  €4,95
  
  Get the Book
  
  Information
  
  Malaga might be a small city, but it’s packed with things to do. This section lists our suggestions of the best. We’ve included a wide range of things to do in Malaga to suit all tastes and all ages including toddlers and teenagers. And if like us, you like getting off the beaten track, don’t miss the unusual things to do.
  
  Categories
  
  Ideas Shopping Time out Walking tours Unusual things Kids Tours Learn Spanish
  
  View all
  
  all you need
  
  Discover Malaga in 2,3 or 5 days
  
  €4,95
  
  Get the Book
  
  Information
  
  Wondering where to eat out in Malaga? Looking for tried and trusted restaurant recommendations? Then, check out our listings of the best places to eat and drink in the city, from your early caffeine dose to late-night cocktail with breakfast, lunch and dinner in between.
  
  Guide to eating out
  
  restaurant reviews
  
  Categories
  
  Pick of the Best Treat Yourself Worth the Trip International Gourmet Tapas Fish & seafood
  
  View all
  
  Book a Malaga
  Tapas Tour
  
  Information
  
  Malaga flights booked? Tick. Malaga accommodation booked? Maybe not yet. This is perhaps your biggest decision before you arrive. The good news is that you’re spoilt for choice as Malaga has a long, long list of places to stay. But the not-so-good news is that they get booked up quickly. Read on for some ideas on the types of accommodation in Malaga and tips for booking them.
  
  guide to where to stay in malaga list of malaga hotel faqs recommended accommodation in malaga
  
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  Book a Malaga
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