Málaga Key Attractions
Pablo Picasso was born in Málaga in 1881 and this collection of around 160 of his works is housed in a 16th-century Andalucian palace. It includes paintings, drawings, sculptures and ceramics from his earliest works up to the 1970s and is notable for the portrayal of the women and children in the artist's life.
Calle San Agustín 8
Tel: 952 602 731.
Website: www.museopicassomalaga.org
Catedral
Built between the 16th and the 18th centuries, although still unfinished, Málaga's cathedral is an impressive soaring structure. Don't miss the carved choir stalls or the two organs. Opposite, the imposing Bishop's Palace stages art exhibitions.
Calle Molina Lario 9
Tel: 952 215917.
Website: www.planalfa.es/catedralmalaga
Plaza de la Merced
This handsome square is Málaga's liveliest, lined with popular bars, cafes and restaurants. It is home to the Fundación Picasso Museo Casa Natal, the artist's birthplace, now an interesting little museum. At 13, the Fundación stages exhibitions.
Fundación Picasso Museo Casa Natal
Plaza de la Merced 15
Tel: 952 060 215.
Website: www.fundacionpicasso.es
Alcazaba
This mini-Alhambra, with its horseshoe arches and geometric Islamic decoration, was the palace-fortress of the city's Moorish rulers. It was built mostly in the 11th century, hugging the hillside with beautiful terraced gardens (best viewed from the fountain on Paseo del Parque) and a Roman amphitheatre below. The upper levels offer fine views.
Calle Alcazabilla
Tel: 952 217 646.
Castillo de Gibralfaro
Málaga's highest ground is occupied by the crenellated walls and towers of this 14th-century fortress built to defend the Alcazaba immediately below. It now offers a small museum, peaceful pretty gardens and wonderful views.
Camino Gibralfaro
Tel: 952 217 646.
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