Malaga Sightseeing
Málaga Cathedral
Right in the heart of the old town is the 16th century cathedral which was
built on the site of mosque. Notice how its southern tower is missing (it was
never built) which explains why locals here refer to it as 'La Manquita' (the
one armed).
Opening Hours Mon-Sat 10am-6:30pm Alcazaba
If you'll be visiting the Alhambra in Granada during your stay it's well
worth taking a look at Malaga's Alcazaba first. This 9th century Moorish palace
hasn't been restored to display the beauty of the Alhambra but nevertheless is
well worth a visit. It lies at the edge of the city centre just off Paseo del
Parque. Take a look at the well restored Roman theatre next to the entrance.
Opening Hours: Tues-Sun 8:30am-7pm
Castillo de Gibralfaro
High above the Alcazaba next to the Parador lie the ruins of an ancient
Moorish fortress. There is a path all the way up the climb is severe. Malaga's
hop on, hop off bus tours stop there if the walk is too much for you. Inside
there is an interesting military museum and the views across the city are
spectacular.
Opening Hours: Daily Museo Picasso Málaga (San Agustín 8)
Web site:
www.museopicassomalaga.org
Malaga has never quite made it onto the tourist map of Spain as most arrivals
head from the airport to their Costa del Sol resorts. However, the opening of
this museum in a 16th century palace near the artist's birthplace is changing
this trend. The museum is a little disappointing as most of Picasso's best works
in Spain lie in Barcelona's Picasso Museum and in the Prado in Madrid. Picasso
fans might also be interested in visiting the Casa Natal (Plaza de la Merced 15)
where Picasso was born. Today it is the base of the Picasso Foundation and hosts
temporary exhibitions.
Hours Tues-Sun 10am-8pm; Fri-Sat 10am-9pm
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