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Things to Do in Malaga

Heidi smiling in the doorway of Mapas y Compania in Malaga, hot air balloon decorations visible inside, standing on a patterned tiled entrance

6 Unique Souvenir Stores in Malaga

By Heidi Hein

A shopper browsing market stalls hung with floral tote bags and prints along a tree-lined street at Rastro Cultural Soho in Malaga

Rastro Cultural Soho Malaga: The Fourth-Sunday Market Guide

By Heidi Hein

Handmade craft stall at the Mercado Artesanal La Merced in Plaza de la Merced, Malaga

Mercado Artesanal La Merced: Malaga's First-Sunday Artisan Market

By Heidi Hein

Woman enjoying the panoramic view from a rooftop terrace over Málaga

Best Viewpoints in Málaga: Free Hilltops vs Rooftop Bars

By Heidi Hein

Stained glass facade of the Mercado Central de Atarazanas market hall in Málaga

Malaga's Markets: What to Visit, What to Buy, What to Skip

By Heidi Hein

Paint-splattered umbrella art installation inside the Centre Pompidou Málaga

15 Best Museums in Malaga

By Heidi Hein

Málaga Cathedral's honey-stone facade and dome rising above the orange trees and clipped hedges of its garden

Málaga Old Town: The One Day Itinerary I Always Recommend

By Heidi Hein

Flamenco dancer in a red dress with a fan performing outside a church in Málaga

Where to Buy a Flamenco Dress in Malaga

By Heidi Hein

Heidi standing in front of the ornate fountain in Plaza de la Constitucion, Malaga

Free Things to Do in Málaga: A Local's Honest Picks

By Heidi Hein

Family with a young child smiling outdoors with sea views in Málaga

Things to Do in Malaga with Kids: The Family Guide

By Heidi Hein

Peñón del Cuervo sea rock framed by pink oleander blooms, Málaga

Playa Peñón del Cuervo: Why It's My Favourite Málaga Beach

By Heidi Hein

Heidi in a blue striped maxi dress walking past the multicoloured glass cube of the Centre Pompidou on Muelle Uno in Málaga

26 Things to Do in Málaga, from a Local Who Lives There

By Heidi Hein

Castillo de Colomares in Benalmádena from the lawn, its stone towers, spires and arches against a deep blue sky, orange-flowered hedges in front

21 Unusual Things and Hidden Gems in Malaga, Spain

By Heidi Hein

Woman looking out from a viewpoint over Playa del Peñón del Cuervo beach and the sea rock

17 Best Beaches in Málaga: Where I Actually Swim

By Heidi Hein

Heidi from behind, silhouetted against the setting sun on the rooftop terrace of Hotel Molina Lario, with Málaga's rooftops spread out below

The 13 Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Malaga

By Heidi Hein

Where to Eat & Drink in Malaga

Salmorejo topped with tuna and croutons, alongside a tuna, egg and roasted pepper dish, part of the menú del día at Vino Mio in Málaga

Best Menú del Día in Málaga

By Heidi Hein

Woman enjoying tapas and white wine at an outdoor table at Casa Lola in Málaga

Best Tapas Bars in Málaga

By Heidi Hein

Outdoor terrace diners at Picas Bar on Plaza de la Merced in Málaga

Tapas in Málaga: Why Picas Bar on La Merced Is My Go-to

By Heidi Hein

View of Málaga Cathedral tower from a rooftop bar terrace in the old town

Best Bars in Málaga: The 12 I Actually Drink In, Old Town & Just Outside (2026)

By Heidi Hein

Heidi pointing up at the tiled Café Central chart in Málaga showing the ten ways to order coffee

The best ways to enjoy the different types of coffee in Málaga

By Heidi Hein

Heidi photographing the reflection in the window of The Pharmacy speakeasy in Málaga at dusk, the lit sign and apothecary cabinet visible through the glass

Málaga's Speakeasy and Best Cocktail Bars: A Local's Picks

By Heidi Hein

San Juan church bell tower lit up at golden hour, viewed from a rooftop bar in Málaga

I've Been to Every Rooftop Bar in Málaga: These 16 Are Worth It

By Heidi Hein

View over Málaga city and the bullring through pine trees from the Gibralfaro hill

12 Unique Restaurants in Malaga Worth Your Time

By Heidi Hein

El Balneario's white pavilion on the rocks at Baños del Carmen at dusk, its lights reflected in the water

Restaurants with a View in Málaga

By Heidi Hein

Churros and café con leche on a café table in Málaga

Cheap Eats in Málaga: Where I Go When Money Is Tight

By Heidi Hein

Day Trips from Malaga

Heidi facing the camera in a cobbled whitewashed alley in Frigiliana

White Villages Near Malaga

By Heidi Hein

Málaga city beach and seafront apartment buildings on a clear winter day

10 Incredible Day Trips from Málaga, Spain

By Heidi Hein

Trains waiting at platform 5 in Málaga María Zambrano station, with travellers and a conductor on the platform

8 Best Day Trips from Málaga by Train: Travel Times Included

By Heidi Hein

Hiker with a helmet looking across the Caminito del Rey gorge and suspension bridge near Málaga

Walking the Caminito del Rey: A Complete First-Timer's Guide

By Heidi Hein

Where to Stay in Malaga

Heidi smiling on a balcony over Plaza de la Merced, with the Alcazaba visible in the background

The Best Areas to Stay in Malaga: My Neighbourhood Guide

By Heidi Hein

Getting Around Malaga

Pedestrians crossing a street in Málaga old town

Is Malaga Walkable? What I Know from Living Here

By Heidi Hein

Heidi taking a selfie on a train seat in Spain

Málaga Public Transport: How to Get Around Without a Car

By Heidi Hein

Graphic explaining the ZBE low emission zone rules in Málaga

Malaga's Low Emission Zone (ZBE): Rules, Fines and the Court Case Behind Them

By Heidi Hein

Driver using a parking payment app on their phone while parked in Malaga

Where to Park in Malaga

By Heidi Hein

Man cycling along the Málaga seafront with the Alcazaba fortress in the background

Cycling in Malaga: Routes, Rentals and What to Know

By Heidi Hein

Person riding an electric scooter along a sunny city path in Málaga

Riding an E-Scooter in Malaga: What You Need to Know

By Heidi Hein

View of the Málaga coastline from a plane window on approach to Málaga airport

Malaga Airport to City Centre: Train, Bus, Taxi and Uber

By Heidi Hein

Planning Your Trip to Malaga

A woman standing in front of the Artola sign at Artola Marbella Beach with the large brick tower behind her.

Málaga vs Marbella: Which Is Nicer? An Honest Local's Verdict

By Heidi Hein

Visitor photographing the panoramic view over Málaga city and port from above

Is Malaga Worth Visiting? An Honest Answer from a Local

By Heidi Hein

Woman picking up a Rosa variety tomato at a market stall in Málaga, priced at 5 euros per kilo

What Not to Do in Malaga, from Tourist Traps to Fines

By Heidi Hein

Woman walking with an umbrella past a painted flower mural and blue door in Malaga

What to Do in Malaga When It Rains: 20 Ideas from a Local

By Heidi Hein

Aerial sunset view over Málaga city showing the park, cathedral and port

Malaga in One Day: The Perfect 24-Hour Itinerary

By Heidi Hein

Couple posing at a Málaga hilltop viewpoint with the port and Mediterranean sea behind them

What Málaga Is Actually Like to Live in and Visit

By Heidi Hein

Málaga Cathedral viewed through palm trees from the gardens below

What Is the Best Month to Visit Málaga? A Local's Guide

By Heidi Hein

Malaga by Month

Candlelit Semana Santa procession moving through a narrow Málaga street at night

What's On in Malaga in April 2026: Every Event & Festival

By Heidi Hein

Heidi in a green dress watching a jábega rowing race from the harbour in Málaga

What's On in Malaga in August 2026: Feria, Events and Tips

By Heidi Hein

Golden nativity-star Christmas lights arching over Calle Larios in Malaga at night

What's On in Malaga in December 2026: Events, Weather and Tips

By Heidi Hein

Costumed performer in a red feather headdress during Málaga Carnival in February

What's On in Malaga in February 2026: Events & Festivals

By Heidi Hein

Float depicting a robed king during the Three Kings parade in Málaga

What's On in Malaga in January 2026: Events, Festivals and Tips

By Heidi Hein

Heidi in front of a Malaga summer film festival backdrop

What's On in Malaga in July 2026: Events, Festivals & Tips

By Heidi Hein

Bonfires burning on a Malaga beach at night during Noche de San Juan

What's On in Malaga in June 2026: Festivals, Events and Beaches

By Heidi Hein

Heidi on the red carpet backdrop at the Málaga Film Festival

What's On in Malaga in March 2026: Events, Festivals & Tips

By Heidi Hein

Málaga street lined with purple jacaranda trees in full bloom in May

What's On in Malaga in May 2026: Festivals, Events and Tips

By Heidi Hein

Heidi walking hand in hand with a toddler along the Muelle Uno promenade under the wooden pergola in Málaga on a cool November day

What's On in Malaga in November 2026: Events and Festivals

By Heidi Hein

Costumed street performer entertaining a crowd in Málaga's old town

What's On in Malaga in October 2026: Events and Festivals

By Heidi Hein

Woman posing with giant finger sculptures on Málaga beachfront in September sunshine

What's On in Malaga in September 2026: Events & Festivals

By Heidi Hein

Festivals & Events in Malaga

Carnival performer in elaborate green and pink feathered costume smiling at Málaga Carnival

Málaga Carnival: A First-Timer's Complete Guide

By Heidi Hein

Giant Three Kings statue on display below the Alcazaba fortress walls in Málaga

Christmas in Malaga: Lights, Markets and What to Do

By Heidi Hein

More Malaga Guides

Group of friends posing at the Caminito del Rey entrance sign at the gorge

I Hiked Caminito del Rey Terrified the Whole Way

By Heidi Hein