Málaga is well known by tourists as the gateway city for holidays on the Costa Del Sol in southern Spain. Many visitors rush through the airport and exit the city quickly on their way to the popular beach resorts and never give Málaga more than a quick look. But Málaga is a lively, vibrant city with much to offer for the tourist to Spain – in fact you could spend your entire holiday here!

TABLE OF CONTENTS: Overview & Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When To Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Picasso Museum - Málaga Car Museum - Cervantes Theatre - Gibralfaro - Alcazaba - Roman Theatre - Walking tours of Málaga - Málaga to Benalmadena Boat Trip - Málaga Botanical Garden (Jardines de la Concepción) - Mijas (Pueblo Blanco) - The Alhambra in Granada - Gibraltar - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places To Stay - Patio 19 - Hostal La Paloma - Málaga Hostel - Pensión Juanita - Villa Alicia - Places To Eat - Rincón de Mata - El Orellana - Gibralfaro Bar - Café con Libros - El Tintero II - Places To Shop - Muelle Uno Market - Carrefour Supermarket - Atarazanas Indoor Market - El Corte Inglés - Chinese Bazaars