A Day In Malaga…

Nestled on the western shores of the Mediterranean, Malaga dates back 2800 years, making it one of the oldest cities in the world. The sense of history is palpable to anyone who has wandered its winding whitewashed streets and witnessed its impressive monuments. This is a city that’s best enjoyed on foot – here’s our pick of some of the city’s best attractions all of which you can experience in a day…

Early morning head to the majestic Cathedral of Málaga, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. This Renaissance-style cathedral was built between the 16th and 18th centuries and features two bell towers that visitors can climb for panoramic views of the city. After brunch or coffee and a pastry at one of the many nearby cafés, head to Alcazaba Castle, among  Málaga’s most impressive Moorish structures. Built-in the 11th century as a royal residence, today’s visitors can explore the castle’s many courtyards, gardens, and towers, as well as its extensive collection of art and artefacts.

Next, it’s time to discover the works of one of the 20th century’s greatest artists. Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga in 1881 and the Picasso Museum in the heart of Old Town features many of his masterful works. A short walk from the museum lies the Plaza de Merced hemmed by colourful shops and cafés, it also happens to be the birthplace of Picasso. Finally, we visit the iconic Roman Theatre, one of Malaga’s oldest and best preserved landmarks, featuring stunning columns, arches and a stage where performances took place in ancient Roman times. No need to stop there of course – Malaga’s streets bustle with activity through the spring and summer months well into the night, with dinner typically happening as late as 10 or even 11 thanks to the ubiquitous afternoon siesta locals like to take…making this the kind of day that will linger long in memory…