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Its Moorish past and modern flair make Málaga an alluring seaside destination along the Mediterranean. Málaga gets mistakenly overlooked by tourists flocking to hotspots like Seville and Granada, which allows Málaga to stay the best-kept secret on the Spanish coast.
The Alhambra Complex
Discover the beauty guarded within La Alhambra's famous reddish walls on a guided tour of the fortified palace complex built in the 13th century. A can't-miss spot in Granada, the Red Castle (as the Moors used to call it) located on top of the Al-Sabika hill is known as a love letter to Moorish culture and designated a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Explore the walled citadel that became a home for medieval royalty before having lunch at a restaurant that invokes some serious Alhambra vibes.
Taste of Málaga & Picasso Museum
Enjoy two Spanish artforms, Picasso’s timeless works of art and an artisan Spanish cheese board—whichever you prefer is up to you to decide. First, visit the Picasso Museum in the artist's hometown. Stroll through the museum to see the famous artist’s paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more dating back to 1890. Admiring all of Picasso’s styles and techniques works up an appetite. Walk over to a nearby tapas bar to taste three types of olive oil and five types of Spanish cheeses.
Granada: The Soul of Andalusia
Explore Granada on foot where you’ll wander the famed Albaicín Quarter (also known as Moorish Old Town), its Alcaicería — the spice market, boasting authentic Arabic aromas wafting from hookah cafes. You’ll continue on to the Carlos V Palace — the only Spanish Renaissance palace with a spectacular circular plan (perfect for snapping some incredible panoramas), see the Royal Chapel, and admire the ever-looming Alhambra, watching over the city from its majestic fortress walls in the distance.
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El Caminito del Rey offers impressive views of Malaga's landscape—but this 4.97 miles long walkway is called "The King's Little Path" for a reason: it is only three feet wide. Once considered one of the most dangerous in the world, the famous walkway alongside the steep walls of El Chorro Gorge hangs over 300 feet above a river and connects two former hydroelectric plants. Surround yourself in nature as you walk down the Little Path and take in the stunning views from a unique perspective.
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Hop on an e-bike for a joyride around Málaga to see the sights and conquer challenging calles (which means streets in Spanish) with ease. The e-bike does most of the work by making pedaling past landmarks and up hills a breeze. A local guide will take you through the historical heart of the city with stops along the way at the Málaga Cathedral, Roman Theatre, and Plaza de la Merced. You’ll reach the top of Mount Gibralfaro and trace the 11th-century city walls back down to the waterfront.
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Your journey begins at Morosanto Winery, whose vineyard is located on an ancient site with Roman and Moorish ruins. Sip on wines that have been grown in the region since Phoenician times before visiting an art gallery to pair award-winning wines with delicious jamón. Then, you’ll visit Ronda, a hilltop city set above a dramatic gorge. Cross the ancient bridge called Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) that connects the new town to the old, and explore the small medieval village and its narrow streets.
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Take it slow in the Andalusian countryside to hop from village to village. First, you’ll reach Alfarnate and visit a traditional olive oil mill. There, you’ll learn how extra-virgin olive oil is made and sample its products among centennial olive groves. Next, it’s off to Alfarnatejo to taste local wine. You’ll be invited into a traditional Spanish home for a home-cooked meal and enjoy a cozy atmosphere where the world slows down, and the wine flows freely.
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Pablo Picasso and Antonio Banderas were both born in Málaga.
Stray (far off) the course
A trip outside of the province of Málaga takes you to Granada for Exclusive Access to Alhambra, a mix between a fortress and palace with a blend of Moorish and Christian design.
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