A Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary in Malaga

  1. Day 1: Alcazaba Fortress and Malaga Cathedral
    20 minutes (8.4 km) from Malaga Airport

    Explore the Moorish Alcazaba Fortress and discover the unique architecture of Malaga Cathedral.

  2. Day 2: Benalmadena Cable Car and Tivoli World
    25 minutes (20.6 km) from Malaga Cathedral

    Ride the cable car up to Mount Calamorro and enjoy spectacular views of the coast, and then have a blast at Tivoli World amusement park.

  3. Day 3: Picasso Museum and Malagueta Beach
    15 minutes (2.2 km) from Tivoli World

    Admire the famous works of Pablo Picasso at the museum bearing his name, then relax and enjoy the sun at Malagueta Beach.

  4. Day 4: Sea Life Benalmadena and Crocodile Park
    25 minutes (11.5 km) from Malagueta Beach

    Discover the fantastic underwater world at the Sea Life Benalmadena aquarium, then walk on the wild side at the Crocodile Park.

  5. Day 5: Aqualand Torremolinos and Butterfly Park
    30 minutes (19.2 km) from Crocodile Park

    Experience the thrilling water rides and attractions of Aqualand Torremolinos, and then immerse yourself in the colorful world of Butterfly Park.

  6. Day 6: Selwo Marina and Bioparc Fuengirola
    35 minutes (20.8 km) from Butterfly Park

    Get up close and personal with dolphins and penguins at Selwo Marina, then explore the jungle habitats of Bioparc Fuengirola.

  7. Day 7: El Chorro Gorge and Caminito del Rey
    50 minutes (57.6 km) from Bioparc Fuengirola

    Take a stunning hike through the El Chorro Gorge, crossing the famous Caminito del Rey bridge and enjoying breathtaking views of the natural surroundings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Alcazaba Fortress (1-2 hours, €5-€7.50)
  • Malaga Cathedral (1-2 hours, €6)
  • Benalmadena Cable Car (1-2 hours, €15)
  • Tivoli World (4-5 hours, €20-€35)
  • Picasso Museum (1-2 hours, €9)
  • Malagueta Beach (3-4 hours, free)
  • Sea Life Benalmadena (2-3 hours, €16)
  • Crocodile Park (2-3 hours, €16)
  • Aqualand Torremolinos (4-5 hours, €23)
  • Butterfly Park (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Selwo Marina (3-4 hours, €20)
  • Bioparc Fuengirola (3-4 hours, €25)
  • El Chorro Gorge (4-5 hours, free)
  • Caminito del Rey (3-4 hours, €10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €178 - €255 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore more beaches like Playamar or Cabopino, visit the Castle Sohail in Fuengirola, and enjoy water sports on the coast. If you have less time, you can skip some of the museums or parks and focus on your preferred activities like nature walks or beach activities. Make sure to check the opening and closing times of each place on the day you plan to visit, and avoid peak hours to reduce crowds and waiting times.

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