“Painting is a poetry that is seen instead of felt and poetry is a painting that is felt instead of seen”. This quote by Picasso is the perfect invitation to discover his hometown. Because Malaga is precisely that: a place where life becomes a canvas and a verse at the same time. It is a city painted with the intense light of the Mediterranean and written with the echo of Phoenicians, Romans and Arabs. To stroll through its streets is to discover that the greatest art is to live it, to feel the sun on your skin, to smell the jasmine and the saltpetre, and to listen to the stories and curiosities that whisper its millenary stones. Get ready for a trip that will make you fall in love at first sight. These are the 5 essential places that you cannot miss and if you want a complete guide you can download it here. link.

The Alcazaba and the Roman Theatre

Area view of the Cathedral and Alcazaba of Malaga

At the foot of the Gibralfaro mountain, stands the imposing Alcazaba, A fortress of jasmine-scented passages and courtyards where the murmur of water transports you to a time of kings and conquests. Each tower and each wall whispers tales of the city's unwavering resilience. Right at its foot, like a treasure rediscovered in 1951, lies the Roman Theatre. Built in the 1st century under Emperor Augustus, its steps, carved into the hillside, were the setting for classical comedies and performances. To sit here is to listen to the applause of ancient Malacca under the unchanging Mediterranean sun.

Malaga Cathedral

In the heart of the city is the Cathedral of the Incarnation. The people of Malaga affectionately call it “La Manquita” because of its south tower, unfinished after almost 300 years of construction. This absence, far from detracting from its beauty, gives it a unique character. Its main façade is a Baroque work in which medallions representing the patron saints of the city, San Ciriaco and Santa Paula, stand out. 

Picasso Museum Malaga

To visit Malaga is to follow in the footsteps of Picasso. In the magnificent Palacio de Buenavista, a building that masterfully blends Renaissance and Mudejar elements, lies the soul of the artist. The Picasso Museum houses a collection that traces the different stages of his artistic life, from his earliest works to his most avant-garde works. A stroll through its rooms is a glimpse into the genius of his gaze, an understanding of how the environment of his childhood, the pigeons of the Plaza de la Merced and the light of his native land moulded one of the most influential creators of the 20th century.

Larios Street

Larios Street in Malaga

The Marqués de Larios Street is Malaga's great open-air promenade, one of the most elegant nineteenth-century thoroughfares in Spain. Its design, inspired by the Chicago School, is a brilliant example of urban planning. The height of its buildings is identical to the width of the street and its rounded corners were conceived to allow the breeze from the port to sweep through the air, bringing freshness and beauty. Today, it is the showcase where the city dresses up, the centrepiece of the Malaga Fair and the stage for a dazzling spectacle of lights at Christmas. 

Muelle Uno and the Farola

La Farola in the Port of Malaga

The Pier One offers a lively waterfront promenade. Between shops and restaurants, you can breathe in the cosmopolitan air that has always defined the port. At the end of the promenade stands an endearing icon: La Farola. With more than 200 years of history, this lighthouse with a woman's name has tirelessly guided ships and overcome earthquakes and wars. It is the silent witness of a city that has always looked to the sea with vitality.

Malaga is a city to walk around, to get lost in and to find yourself. It is a whisper of history on every corner and an explosion of life in every square. So that you don't miss the thread of this story and discover every detail at your own pace, the Aumentur's guide to Malaga is your best travel companion.