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Have you decided to visit Malaga in one day<\/strong>? You’ll have to make a choice, but you’ll be able to discover the city’s must-sees and enjoy its lively atmosphere.The capital of the Costa del Sol invites you to discover its rich historical heritage<\/strong>, sunny beaches<\/strong> and eclectic museums<\/strong>. Between culture, relaxation and nature, the city offers a varied experience to suit all tastes.<\/p>\n\n

In this article, we offer a detailed itinerary to help <\/strong>you make the most of your day exploring M\u00e1laga’s must-see attractions. <\/p>\n\n

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This opinion is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We made our own choices, visited the area anonymously, and paid our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n

Practical tips for visiting Malaga in 1 day?<\/h2>\n\n

What can you see in Malaga in 1 day? Is that long enough?<\/h3>\n\n

If you’ve only got a day in Malaga, you’re bound to have to make some choices, as the city’s attractions are numerous. We’ve written a full article on the subject.<\/a> Rest assured, one day is enough to see Malaga’s must-sees: its fortress, cathedral and historic center<\/strong>. If you have the energy, you can also add one of its fascinating museums to your program.<\/p>\n\n

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Maps of must-see attractions<\/h3>\n\n

To help you find your way around our itinerary below, here’s our map of Malaga’s main tourist attractions:<\/p>\n\n

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Map of Malaga’s main attractions<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Getting around Malaga<\/h3>\n\n

To get around, walking is undoubtedly the most pleasant option, with the city center and seafront easily accessible. We advise you to avoid taking a car in the city center, which is often saturated with traffic.You can still use the metro system (more info here<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n

And, if you want to visit more remote areas or climb up to Gibralfaro Castle, you can opt for the good city bus network (more info on the official website here<\/a>) or for a cab ride (see Unitaxi or Taxi Uni\u00f3n), the network being very efficient and inexpensive.<\/p>\n\n

Where to sleep in Malaga<\/h3>\n\n
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Our favorites: neighborhoods and hotels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the historical centerHotel Palacio Solecio<\/strong> – see photos and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Near the sea, Playa de la MagualetaGran Hotel Miramar<\/strong> – see photos and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the Soho districtHotel Only You Malaga<\/strong> – view photos and availability<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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See our complete selection of the best hotels in Malaga<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our ideal itinerary: 1 day in Malaga<\/h2>\n\n

Ready for a 1-day tour of Malaga? Here’s an itinerary of must-do activities in the capital of the Costa del Sol.<\/p>\n\n

09h-10h: Typical breakfast!<\/h2>\n\n

Get your day off to a good start with a typical Andalucia breakfast: your choice of pan con tomate <\/em>or churros<\/em>, those delicious, addictive sugar-fried doughnuts!They’re usually accompanied by a dark, creamy hot chocolate.We found them delicious in the Casa Aranda restaurant<\/strong>, but you’ll find many other addresses in the city.Did you know?<\/strong> It was the Spanish conquistadors who introduced chocolate to other Europeans.<\/p>\n\n

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10am-12pm: Discover the Roman Theatre and Alcazaba<\/h2>\n\n

Once you’ve recovered your strength, you can set off to discover Malaga’s heritage, the fruit of Roman and then Arab influence:<\/p>\n\n