Alcazaba & Roman Theater

Take a deep dive into the life and work of Pablo Picasso in the city of his birth and explore the architectural blend of Renaissance and Mudéjar at Picasso Museum Malaga.

Discover intriguing facts about Picasso’s life, artistic techniques, and influences using your handy audio guide for a richer experience.

After exploring the museum's vast collection, head to the lower floor to discover fascinating archaeological remains from the Phoenician and Roman eras.

Visit the museum shop for a selection of art books, unique prints, and Picasso-inspired merchandise to take home as a memory​.

Fun fact: While in Antibes, Picasso created The Three Graces, inspired by the town's classical beauty, and used wavy lines to give the figures a unique effect.

Unearth Málaga's past on a 1.5-hour tour of the Roman Theater and Alcazaba Castle, traveling back to the reign of Emperor Augustus.

Explore a hidden gem, as you walk through the Roman Theater, a cultural treasure unearthed only in 1951, led by a knowledgeable guide.

Experience the allure of Alcazaba, the best-preserved Moorish citadel, offering panoramic city views from the fortification walls.

Choose from an English or Spanish tour to delve deeper into Málaga's history, ensuring a personalized experience.

Fun Fact: The film Risen, starring Joseph Fiennes and Tom Felton, had a few scenes shot at the Alcazaba.

Discover the childhood home of Pablo Picasso, where the essence of Málaga shaped his artistic identity and style.

As you walk through the museum's 9 rooms, learn all about the artist's life and personal collections with a handy audio guide.

Visit the library, now a research center, and then make your way to Picasso's reconstructed study, where many of his groundbreaking ideas came to life.

After exploring the temporary exhibitions, you can also tour the nearby Picasso Museum to dive deeper into the artist’s life and work.

Fun fact: Picasso's painting Dove of Peace became an iconic symbol of peace after World War II. He embraced this motif, linking it to his pacifist beliefs.

Unveil Málaga's marvels on an expert-guided tour in English or Spanish, encompassing Roman, Arab and contemporary influences.

Enter the ancient open-air performance space of the Roman Theater, and soak in panoramic city views from a mini-Alhambra – Alcazaba!

Traverse Málaga's vibrant streets, visit Picasso's birthplace at Plaza de la Merced, and explore Calle Larios’ quaint cafés and markets.

Your journey culminates at ‘La Manquita’, the grand Málaga Cathedral, with its intriguing unfinished south tower.

Did you know? Funds meant for completing the cathedral were donated to the American War of Independence, earning it the nickname 'one-armed lady'.

Indulge in a well-deserved break and experience two of Benalmádena's top attractions.

Meet some of the most exotic Amazonian animals and birds at the Selwo Marina.

Hop on the Benalmádena Cable Car and ascend to the peak of Mount Calamorro at more than 771 meters altitude.

Fall in love with the unique view of Benalmádena and the Malaga coastline, and admire how the blue of the sea merges with the sky.

Fun fact: It's the only cable car on the Costa del Sol that takes you from Benalmádena coast to the top of Mount Calamorro!

Beat the long lines and enter a tropical paradise that lets you see some of the world's most amazing fauna from the Amazon and beyond.

Catch sight of the King, Magellanic, Gentoo, and Macaroni penguins being fed at the daily feeding.

Marvel at the somersaulting dolphins and sea lions performing in specially choreographed shows which have their own soundtracks!

Discover what penguins are like, and how they live and move around, both within the water and on land.

Fun fact: Selwo Marina has the first and only ice penguinarium in Andalusia.

Explore over 200 masterpieces by Pablo Picasso, covering his journey from Cubism to Surrealism, at the Picasso Museum in Malaga.

You can also experiment with the artist's signature style by trying your hand at creating compositions at the interactive Cubism lab.

Take a short walk to Picasso's Birthplace Museum and discover the artist's roots through personal artifacts, childhood photos, and family memorabilia.

Discover original artworks from sketchbooks, captivating engravings and video displays, and temporary exhibits showcasing selected pieces.

Fun fact: To tackle the challenges of converting a 450-year-old palace into the Picasso Museum, modern vents were ingeniously hidden in marble slabs.

This return cable car ride from Benalmádena promises the best panoramas of Costa del Sol

Soar into the skies and truly appreciate the natural beauty that envelops around you

Snap stunning photographs of your view worth showing off on your social media feed

Take a hike on mountainous routes and be one with nature

During summers, you'll have access to a falconry show, focusing on a variety of birds of prey

Discover Europe's largest collection of crocodiles at the Crocodile Park in Torremolinos.

Get close up views of wee baby crocs and the legendary Big Daddy - the biggest in all of Europe.

Learn about a crocodile's life cycle and enjoy fully-guided tours and demonstrations.