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Sarah; ... Where we stayed, night time in Malaga was fairly quiet but you could take a 5min walk to Banaza square which is a bit more lively. I would recommend that you get the train into Benalmadena from the airport and walk to the apartments (approx 10min walk) as a taxi ... See all Malaga holiday reviews | Write a review on Malaga
Seafront Promenade, Malaga

Seafront Promenade, Malaga © Costa del Sol Tourist Board
Overview: The lively city of Malaga, on the coast about 80 miles (129km) southeast of Seville, is the gateway to Spain's popular Costa del Sol holiday resort region. The city was also the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, and features several galleries displaying his work. Most notable is the 16th-century Museum of Fine Arts, alongside the Cathedral. Picasso's birthplace in Plaza Merced is open to the public and showcases his life and works.

Like most Andalusian cities, the holiday retreat of Malaga has Moorish roots and its illustrious past has left an imprint on the historic centre, particularly around the fortress of La Alcazaba, dating from 1065, which is now an archaeological museum. The Moorish castle nearby is used as a state hotel. The city's famous botanical garden, sited on the Calle Alameda, dates from the days when Malaga was a popular winter holiday resort for the rich and famous, and is also worth a visit.



Restaurants: Malaga has top-rate restaurants to enjoy on holiday; Clandestino, La Paloma, El Campanario de Ignacio and El Tintero come highly recommended.

Negatives: Malaga's city can be busy and expensive and the beach is unfortunately located next to the main road.

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