Malaga’s Alcazaba is no doubt the most unmissable outdoor activity – if for no other reason than you literally can’t miss it.
Welcome to the Spanish south and the seaside city of Malaga. It’s a land of lovely weather, and therefore just the place to take full advantage of everything outdoor-related. With that in mind, here are four activities you should plan to do in order to experience the city’s extra-pleasant climate to the fullest.
The Beach
Really, if you come to Malaga, chances are you plan to hit the beach. Though some of the best beaches in Costa del Sol aren’t necessarily found in big cities such as Malaga, that doesn’t mean you won’t want to frequent the local seaside favorites all found alongside the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Promenade. Lay out in the sun, or just go for a drink and snack at one of the chiringuitos (beach bars).
Malaga Park
Think palm trees and pretty paths, because that’s what you’ll find at Malaga Park. Located waterside, the gardens were constructed in 1897, then remodeled later in 2007. What remains are loads of tree-lined paths and promenades, punctuated by cafes, fountains, statues and play areas. Meander just off the park’s border to discover intriguing architecture, including the Banco de España building and City Hall, and also yet another, smaller garden just off to the right.
La Concepcion Botanical Gardens
Shorelines and palm trees aren’t the only landscapes that you’ll want to explore while out and about in Malaga. Escape the beachy atmosphere and immerse yourself in the lush vegetation of the Concepcion Botanical Gardens, which were created in 1855. The flora spans tropical and subtropical, and originates from Europe, Africa, America, Asia, and Oceania. You can spend hours getting lost in its plant-enveloped paths, or even break up the wandering with a coffee stop at the gardens’ café.
Castle and Alcazaba
It’s hard to miss the city’s most grand attraction – the Moorish 11th-century Alcazaba and the 14th-century castle that sits beyond it. These days you can explore the Alcazaba’s grounds, where you’ll want to visit its courtyard and gardens, walk the path up to the castle, and even make a stop at the remains of a Roman theater (found at the base of the hillside). Learn more about this historic centerpiece of the city on a private Malaga sightseeing tour, or, if you’d rather be a little more adventurous, give a Malaga Segway tour a try.
-Contributed by Erin Ridley
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