5 CULTURAL THINGS TO DO IN MÁLAGA | EXPLORE HISTORY, FLAMENCO AND MARKETS

When most people think of Málaga, they probably imagine sunny beaches, tapas, sangria, and yes, all of that is true. The sangria is 10/10 by the way! But this Andalusian city has so much more to offer. On my recent trip to Málaga, I explored a lot of the cultural side of Málaga and saw a whole different side of the city. If you love history and tradition, here are five cultural things to do in Málaga that you will absolutely love.

 Live Flamenco Show at Teatro Flamenco Málaga

One of the most authentic experiences you can have in Spain is watching a live flamenco show, and the performance at Teatro Flamenco Málaga was absolutely incredible. I had never seen one before; it was out of this world.

You can truly feel the emotion and passion in every movement;  it’s so powerful. The theatre itself is intimate, so you really get to soak in the atmosphere and energy from the performers.

Tickets are £25, I would recommend booking in advance as it’s a popular evening activity and can get busy!

Guided Tour of Málaga’s Alcazaba and Roman Theatre

History lovers, like myself, will love the guided tour of Málaga’s Alcazaba and Roman Theatre. The tour walks you through the Roman Theatre, one of the oldest historical sites in Málaga, and then into the Alcazaba. The views from the top are absolutely stunning, you can actually see the whole city.

Tickets are £16 per person

Walking Tour of Ronda 

If you love walking and exploring as much as I do, take a walking tour of Ronda, one of the most picturesque towns near Málaga. It’s about a 1.5-hour drive, but it’s totally worth the journey.

The views from the Puente Nuevo Bridge are breathtaking. It’s one of Spain’s most famous landmarks. The tour takes you through Ronda’s streets, the bullring and the old town. We stopped for a drink and found the cutest little bakery, all home-baked and delicious. It’s a lovely, slow-paced day that’s perfect for a cultural itinerary.

 £48 per person, which includes transport from Málaga

Visit the Bullring Museum

Whether or not you are into bullfighting, I’m definitely not!, the Bullring Museum in Málaga is worth a visit for its cultural and historical value. If you do the walking tour of Ronda, it’s included.

Inside there are old costumes, posters and plenty of history about bullfighting in Spain. It’s a quick stop, but it gives you a real sense of this traditional part of Andalusian culture.

Tickets are  €9

Local Market

No cultural trip is complete without visiting the local market, and Mercado de Atarazanas is one of Málaga’s best.

The market is full of colour and flavour, the stalls selling everything from fresh seafood to cheeses, olives, and every type of fruit you can imagine. The atmosphere is so friendly. 

We tried a mango Sten, which was so sweet and fresh. The stained-glass windows of the market building are beautiful, too.

 If you want to experience the real cultural side of Málaga, planning your next trip or looking for last minute holidays, make sure to add a few of these stops to your Málaga itinerary :)