8 days in Malaga Itinerary

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

Visiting Crocodile Park and Lobo Park will get you outdoors. Family-friendly places like Butterfly Park of Benalmadena and Museo de Malaga will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Malaga: Mijas (Museo de Miniaturas Carromato de Mijas, Off-Road Tours, &more), Marbella (Iglesia Mayor de la Encarnacion & Cabopino Beach) and Ermita del Calvario (in Mijas Pueblo). Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Eco Reserva Ojen, get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, pause for some serene contemplation at Santuario de la Victoria, and explore the activities along Río Chíllar.

To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Malaga online journey maker.

If you are flying in from Gibraltar, the closest major aiports are Málaga Airport, Jerez Airport and Sevilla Airport. In July, daytime highs in Malaga are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C.