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5 Days in Málaga: A Journey Through Andalusia

Aya Khamis Hassan

Aya Khamis Hassan

8 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Málaga in Andalusia, Spain, with this exciting 5-day itinerary. Discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and relax on beautiful beaches.

Day 1
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$19

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$ 7

Hotel NH Málaga

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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El Molinillo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$8
8 - 11 min

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Guadalmedina
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Playa de la Misericordia
Long, sandy beach with seafood restaurants, a promenade & a landmark 19th-century chimney tower.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque de Huelin
A walkway runs along the artificial lake in this sizable park with grassy areas & a playground.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Gianni Ristorante Pizzeria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$11
Day 2
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$26

·

$ 7

Hotel NH Málaga

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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O Mamma Mia
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$13
18 - 27 min

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Mirador de Gibralfaro
Hilltop lookout point reachable by foot or bus, offering picturesque city, sea & sunset views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
21 - 26 min

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Playa Cala del Moral
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Playa Peñon del Cuervo
Raven Rock splits this reserve into 2 beaches with picnic tables & BBQs, plus a lifeguard & showers.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Mercado Central de Atarazanas
Old-school covered market with a variety of food items & several tapas bars in a colorful setting.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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La Canasta
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$13
Day 3
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$33

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$ 7

Hotel NH Málaga

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Yucas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
2 - 3 min

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Playa de la Yuca
Oceanfront haunt with a pebbly shore & large rock formations, plus a restaurant/bar.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Playa del Arroyo de la Miel y los Melilleros
Accessible urban beach with deck chairs, parasols & sports equipment for hire & a cafe.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
36 - 44 min

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Museo Casa Natal de Picasso
Collection of Picasso's sketches & ceramics, plus displays on the artist's life in the family home.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
$10
1 - 2 min

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Cafe Con Libros
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 4
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$24

·

$ 7

Hotel NH Málaga

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Anyway Winebar
Un nuevo concepto de lo tradicional, donde disfrutar de una gama amplia de vinos , ibéricos, quesos y otros muchos productos de excelente calidad
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
13 - 20 min

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Castillo de Gibralfaro
Ruins of a 1300s Moorish castle & fortress atop Mount Gibralfaro with walkable walls & scenic views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$4
19 - 23 min

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Playa de Huelin
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Playa Bajondillo
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Onkel Willi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$10
Day 5
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$25

·

$ 5

Hotel NH Málaga

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 21 min

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AlCasaBar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$9
7 - 10 min

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Alcazaba
Hilltop Moorish-style medieval fortress overlooking the sea, with lush, fountain-filled gardens.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$7
6 - 8 min

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Playa de la Malagueta (Málaga)
Long, sandy city beach backed with seafood shacks, with a playground & rental loungers/umbrellas.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Málaga Park
Opened in 1897, this 33-hectare city green space includes botanical gardens, fountains & sculptures.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Tasty Poke Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$9

Budget breakdown: $157 In total

Activities & Food:$127
Transport:$30