Málaga Highlights Tour – The Most Complete Historical Experience
Instead of wandering the city without direction, join the most comprehensive historical tour in Málaga. With our Málaga Highlights Tour, you’ll go one step further in understanding the city’s past and local life.
Explore Málaga with a licensed local guide in a small, cozy group of no more than 14 guests. Discover must-see landmarks, lesser-known corners, and stories that bring the city to life. Visit iconic monuments such as the Alcazaba, the Roman Theater, and the Málaga Cathedral* — with all entrance tickets and skip-the-line access included.
This tour is the history-only version of our Ultimate Málaga History & Food experience, perfect for travelers who want a deep cultural immersion without the food component.
A well-rounded introduction offering the very best of Málaga’s history and local character — all in one enriching experience.
*The Cathedral is closed on Sundays.
We’ll begin with a brief welcome and tour orientation, where your licensed local guide will outline what’s included and how the experience will unfold.
Our journey starts in the monumental heart of Málaga’s Historic Center. On the way to the Cathedral (closed on Sundays), your guide will bring to life the stories and anecdotes behind Calle Larios and Plaza de la Constitución, two of the city’s most emblematic spaces. We’ll then arrive at Bishop’s Square, a beautiful setting to admire the impressive Baroque façade of the Cathedral.
Entering the Málaga Cathedral with skip-the-line access, you’ll take a seat while your guide offers an in-depth explanation of its construction and history. You may be surprised to discover the fascinating connections between this monument and the independence of the United States.
After this cultural immersion, we continue to the Alcazaba, a breathtaking Moorish fortress over 1,000 years old. We’ll wander through its ancient paths, courtyards, and historic rooms while enjoying some of the finest panoramic views of Málaga from its hilltop setting.
On our way back down to the Historic Center, we’ll stop at the Roman Theater, nearly 2,000 years old, where you’ll get a true sense of Málaga’s Roman past—almost like stepping back into the time of Julius Caesar.
By the end of the tour, with your appetite for history and culture fully satisfied, you’ll have done far more than simply admire old stones. You’ll understand Málaga from a deeper, wider perspective—and we’re sure it will have found a place in your heart ❤️
When? Tour starts at 10:30AM morning tour or 4:00PM evening tour, available everyday
How long? This tour lasts 2h30m
Where is the tour? The whole tour takes place in the Historical Center of Malaga, around 1 mile / 1,6km distance flat walk in total
Where do we meet? Our meeting point is located in Plaza de la Marina, outside McDonalds, more information will be sent after you submit your booking
How many people? All our tours are limited to a maximum of 12 people, while you process your booking you can choose either set as private for 35€ extra per person or leave the booking open, so more people can be added. Larger groups available upon request, with special discounts
How do we pay? We don’t require any deposit or prepayment, you pay after the tour in cash (Euros) or credit card (we accept major cards including Visa, Discover, MasterCard and AMEX). For large groups we may require a deposit
Gift Certificate
If you’ve got a curious traveler in your life, our gift certificate is the perfect gift. Food Tour, History Walk, Virtual Tour or Private Experience. You can gift any amount you’d like, and our gift certificates never expire, making them a great option for someone who hasn’t even booked their plane tickets yet!
