City Breaks in Malaga

History

The first settlers of Malaga are the Phoenicians who set foot in this land more than 3,000 years ago. It was then called Malaka and was a commercial center rich with silver and copper minerals that were used for trades. Carthaginians then conquered the city in 550 BC until 218 BC when the Romans took over Malaga and other Spain cities. The Moors took over in 1711 and they were defeated by the Christians in the 14th century.

Attractions

Alcazaba is one of the most popular attractions in Malaga. This military fortification was built in the 11th century and is an important part of the Hispanic-Arabic period. The Malaga Cathedral is a religious site as well as a historical site built in baroque style. Visit the Gibralfaro Castle or take the Paseo del Parque to the harbour.

Going Out

Make sure you check the different parts of the town of Malaga. Each part has something to offer you, like Zona el Palo which is a place to find seafood restaurants and some fashion boutiques.

La Malagueta is a more modern area where you’ll find even more fashion boutiques and malls. The Pedragalejo is where you’ll find lots of pubs that are both modern and traditional. Plaza de Uncibay is where most nightlife fun is experienced. Pedregalejo is a perfect venue during holidays and weekends.

Beaches

There are several beaches in Malaga: Playa de la Malagueta, Playa Palo, Huellin and Las Acacias are the most popular.

Weather

The weather here is just mild. Summers are hot but winters are mild with 7-10 degrees Celsius  on average between October and February. For the rest of the year Malaga is  a perfect place to enjoy sunshine!