3-day itinerary · Málaga

3 Days in Málaga: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors who want guided sightseeing, local food experiences and time outdoors. Three days combine monumental highlights, coastal activities and cultural experiences, with a relaxing baths finale.

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Day 1: Monuments and local flavours

Get acquainted with Málaga through its monuments, a Segway introduction and an evening of wine and tapas.

  1. The Best of Malaga: Guided Tour of Cathedral, Alcazaba & Theatre

    Morning

    The Best of Malaga: Guided Tour of Cathedral, Alcazaba & Theatre

    Explore the cathedral, Alcazaba and theatre with a guide for a history-focused introduction to the city's highlights.

  2. Malaga City Tour 2 Hours Monumental Segway Tour

    Afternoon

    Malaga City Tour 2 Hours Monumental Segway Tour

    Discover monumental highlights by Segway, adding an outdoor sightseeing experience to your first-day introduction.

  3. Malaga Wine and Tapas Small Group Guided Tour

    Evening

    Malaga Wine and Tapas Small Group Guided Tour

    Sample wine and tapas with a small group, exploring local flavours as part of your introduction to Málaga.

Day 2: Coastal cycling and culture

Pair outdoor exploration with hands-on cooking and a flamenco performance.

  1. Málaga: Highlights, Hidden Gems and Coast Vintage Bike Tour

    Morning

    Málaga: Highlights, Hidden Gems and Coast Vintage Bike Tour

    Cycle through city highlights and along the coast, balancing familiar sights with discoveries beyond the monumental itinerary.

  2. Paella Cooking Class in Malaga

    Afternoon

    Paella Cooking Class in Malaga

    Make paella with a chef in a hands-on class, adding culinary participation to your sightseeing.

  3. Teatro Flamenco Málaga: Live the Flamenco Experience

    Evening

    Teatro Flamenco Málaga: Live the Flamenco Experience

    Watch singing, dancing and music come together in a flamenco show for a performance-focused cultural evening.

Day 3: Markets, sea and relaxation

Finish with a food-focused walking tour, a boat excursion and an Arabian baths experience.

  1. Malaga Market Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks, and Local Flavors

    Morning

    Malaga Market Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks, and Local Flavors

    Walk the historical centre with a guide and explore local flavours, giving your final day a food-and-culture focus.

  2. Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena

    Afternoon

    Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena

    Take a sightseeing boat trip and look for dolphins, adding sea views and wildlife watching to your outdoor experiences.

  3. Arabian Baths Experience at Malaga’s Hammam Al Andalus

    Evening

    Arabian Baths Experience at Malaga’s Hammam Al Andalus

    Recline and relax in the Arabian baths, rounding off three active days with a restorative experience.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.