Free Things To Do In Malaga

The charming seaside city of Malaga is one of the most visited cities in Spain, thanks to its beautiful resorts, stunning beaches, and historical attractions. For travelers who are trying to save money on their trip, there are a number of cheap things to do in Malaga that can make your trip more enjoyable and fun. In fact, if you simply stroll the island, you’ll already come across a number of interesting sights!

Visiting Malaga is not cheap, especially if you choose to stay at the luxury resorts, which is what the island is known for. But if you take time to explore the many free things to do in Malaga, then you’ll be guaranteed to have a great time. For instance, if you’re into museums, then head to the free museums in Malaga, such as the Centro de Arte Contemporaneo, which showcases a wide range of modern art from all over the country and beyond. Of course, there are several other free attractions in Malaga that you’ll surely find interesting. Among these are the Puerto de Malaga, Roman Theatre, Atarazanas Market, and some of the public beaches.

Although most tourists would head to Malaga in summer, there are plenty of things to do in the island regardless of the time of your visit. Of course, one of the free things to do in Malaga this summer is to frolic at the stunning beaches in the island, such as the La Malagueta, a beautiful beach that’s located just across the newly redeveloped port. If you are visiting the island with your kids, one of the free things to do in Malaga with kids is to visit the many parks and gardens, such as the Parque de Malaga, which is just across the Paseo del Parque.

For a complete list of the free things to do in Malaga, check out the list below.

Free Attractions in Malaga

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Puerto de Malaga

This charming port has recently undergone a major redevelopment and now it’s a pleasure to wander around, admiring the yachts, taking in some lunch at one of the many waterfront restaurants and checking out the sculptures that are dotted around.

One of the best places to spend a relaxing afternoon, with the sun shining on the crystal clear water. It’s easy to get to as well, with the promenade leading from the city centre, past the...

Skip the Line: Centre Pompidou in Malaga Ticket

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  • Centre Pompidou Malaga is a world famous gallery that originated in Paris, France.
  • Artwork is housed in a large glass cube on the corner of Muelle Uno and Muelle Dos streets near Malaga's port.
  • This pop-up museum appears to be here to stay and showcases a selection of fine art borrowed from the original Pompidou in Paris.
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Centre for Contemporary Art

The CAC (Centro de Arte Contemporaneo) is one of the newest and most exciting of Malaga’s galleries, opened in 2003. It showcases a wide range of modern art from across Spain and beyond, with constantly changing temporary exhibitions, so each visit will be different. Among the big stars who have been featured are Anish Kapoor, Damien Hirst and Jake and Dinos Chapman. The emphasis is on the best of contemporary art from the 1950s to the...

Skip the Line: Picasso's Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket

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  • Pablo Ruiz Picasso was one of the worlds finest painters and was born right here in Malaga.
  • The museum occupies the Palacio de Buenavista, a building listed as a Malaga National Monument.
  • The Museo Picasso Mallaga first opened its doors in 2003 to honor the established artist and showcases some of his finest works.
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Museo de Malaga

The Museum of Malaga is a newly re-opened museum that has been relocated, after a 20 year wait, to the historic Palacio de la Aduana which was once the customs house. This 4 storey building is quite simply a treasure trove of archaeological finds and artwork with some 2,000 works of art and 15,000 archaeological finds from in and around Malaga on display.

Must see items include Picasso's 'Old man with blanket' and Simonet's 'And she...

Malaga Glass and Crystal Museum Ticket

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  • The venue is the museum of fine arts set in the ambiance of an 18th-century home.
  • The collection of the museum encompasses glass and crystal objects, furniture and paintings among other exhibits.
  • Related showpieces have originated throughout different eras, starting with the ancient Phoenicians and Egyptians.
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Rio Guadalhorce Nature Reserve

Situated on a naturally formed island where the Guadalhorce river meets the Mediterranean sea, the Guadalhorce Nature Reserve (Paraje Natural Desembocadura del Guadalhorce) is a paradise for twitchers (bird watchers) as it's one of the most important breeding and migration sites in the country being on the direct route between Europe and Africa.

260 species have been recorded here which include ospreys, marbled teals, booted eagles,...

Museo Carmen Thyssen de Malaga Entrance Ticket

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  • The museum exhibits a great collection of the Spanish 19th-century works of art and paintings by Old Masters.
  • The main focus of the museum is the Andalusian art.
  • One of the most significant Renaissance buildings in Malaga houses the Carmen Thyssen Museum.
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Gibralfaro Viewpoint

Get the best view of the city from the 130 metre high Gibralfaro viewpoint, it's one of those top-spots for photography, especially at sunset and through blue hour as the city lights come on. Get there early to ensure you can get the best spot to look down on the bullring and Paseo del Parque Avenue whilst watching the cruise ships come in and out of port.

If you're walking up, allow enough time as it's quite a steep treck, if that...

The Secrets of the Alcazaba

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  • ¿Estás listo listo para adentrarte en una de las mejores fortalezas de la Edad Media?

    La Alcazaba de Málaga, ubicada en la ladera del monte Gibralfaro fue reformada por el rey Badis en el siglo XI para mejorar la antigua fortaleza musulmana del siglo VIII, que yacía sobre los restos de una fortaleza Romana o incluso Fenicia.

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Roman Theatre

The Roman Theatre is an archaeological treasure in the city, built in the 1st century BC but only unearthed again in 1951. The restoration is still ongoing, but nevertheless there is much to enjoy when visiting the theatre.

A small museum before you enter the theatre really puts you in the context of the arena’s heyday, with interactive exhibits, a short movie and information boards. This helps you imagine the splendour that once...

Ronda Reservatauro Guided Tour

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  • Bulls and Horses living freeland. Enjoy an authentic experience of everyday life in the Mediterranean pastureland declared by Unesco Reserve of the...read more

The Secrets of the Alcazaba

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  • ¿Estás listo listo para adentrarte en una de las mejores fortalezas de la Edad Media?

    La Alcazaba de Málaga, ubicada en la ladera del monte Gibralfaro fue reformada por el rey Badis en el siglo XI para mejorar la antigua fortaleza musulmana del siglo VIII, que yacía sobre los restos de una fortaleza Romana o incluso Fenicia.

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Ronda Reservatauro Guided Tour

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  • Bulls and Horses living freeland. Enjoy an authentic experience of everyday life in the Mediterranean pastureland declared by Unesco Reserve of the...read more

Visita en exclusiva con los 5 sentidos

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  • Enjoy an authentic aventure of everyday life in the Mediterranean pastureland declared by Unesco Reserve of the biosphere and enjoy the day to day in the exclusive livestock with a guide at your disposal. Includes Ronda wine and...read more

Andalusian Horse and Flamenco Show in Malaga at 5:45 pm

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  • Club Hípico El Ranchito has for you an unusual show, based on rhythm and discipline, music and beauty: "Rhythm on Horseback", a show of authentic Andalusian horses!

    From 5 pm we open the doors of the stables for a free visit where you can meet the protagonists and take photos/videos (without flash) before the show.

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Skip-The-Line Access to Colección del Museo Ruso in Malaga

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  • The Russian Museum in Malaga (Colección del Museo Ruso), located in a historical converted tobacco factory boasts 2,300m2 space of stunning art.
    A large exhibition with several hundred pieces that captures the collecting passion of José María Castañé, member of the boards of trustees of the National Library and the Prado Museum, and owner...read more

Skip the Line: Malaga Automobile and Fashion Museum Entrance Ticket

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  • A Unique Museum in the World! The Automobile and Fashion Museum is located in an emblematic building from the City of Málaga, popularly known as “La Tabacalera”. The Museum exposes an extraordinary private collection of 6,000 square meters, which describes the artistic and historical evolution since the end of the nineteenth century through...read more

Sealife Benalmadena Entrance Ticket

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  • Discover a small bubble of the ocean at SEA LIFE Benalmádena. Graceful rays, the Costa del Sol´s largest collection of seahorses, an explosion of tropical coloured fish… and much more.
    Do you want to live a unique Bioluminescent experience in Spain?
    Ready to dive into a world of corals, bioluminescence and incredible species? Come and...read more
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