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Tour around the Central Market of Malaga
4.9
12 Ratings
Málaga
Explore Malaga's hidden gems, rich traditions, and vibrant culture on a guided walking tour through its most charming neighborhoods. Discover history, gastronomy, and art.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares - Starting from Plaza Enrique García Herrera, we embark on a journey to capture the essence of Malaga, taking in views of the Guadalmedina River and the Puente de los Alemanes, along with churches and brotherhoods tied to the fervent Holy Week traditions in Malaga, such as the Church of Santo Domingo. We will also pass by the Unicaja Museum of Popular Arts and Customs, established in the sixties as a unique space to explore the city’s archaeological and ethnographic heritage.
- Mapas y Compania - Strolling along C/ Compañía and its vicinity, we will uncover businesses and artistic expressions with great character, hidden among streets of Muslim heritage, like this original bookstore that sparks our imagination. Additionally, we will encounter religious and cultural imagery, with beautiful displays of fans, wicker crafts, and flamenco dresses. We will also see how avant-garde elements blend seamlessly into these historic spaces, exemplified by the façade of the Thyssen Museum in Malaga.
- Sacred Heart Church (Sagrado Corazon) - Situated in the historic center, this neo-Gothic church was constructed in 1920 based on a design by architect Fernando Guerrero Strachan. It features a basilica plan divided into three naves.
- Plaza de la Constitucion - Our knowledgeable guide will share the history of this iconic square, whose name has changed with Spain’s political and social shifts. Highlights include the Fountain of the Three Graces, the legendary (now gone) Café Central, and the diverse coffee culture in Malaga, where a “cloud” is more than just water vapor. We will also enjoy majestic views of the Cathedral, insights into the square’s role as a hub of artistic, cultural, and leisure activities, and references to Picasso’s significance in the city, as well as popular spots like Pimpi and The Bell.
- Pasaje de Chinitas - From the entrance, we will experience the timeless PASAJE DE CHINITAS, renowned worldwide for over a century as a special place for FLAMENCO, where singers and dancers showcased their “duende” in bars and taverns along the passage.
- La Calle Larios - The main street of the city, built between 1887 and 1891, serves as the nerve center and historical heart where the best of Malaga’s commercial, artistic, and entertainment life unfolds: Casa Mira, century-old pharmacies still dispensing master formulas, and views of the old sea entrance, among others.
- Plaza De Felix Saenz - In one of Malaga’s most iconic squares, we will learn about the stunning façade of the old ALMACENES DE FÉLIX SÁENZ, a symbol of the city’s cultural and economic life, along with its history and renovation process. We will also experience the square as a popular meeting spot for locals during shopping and leisure time, and discover sculptures and hidden corners not easily noticed.
- Edificio Sagasta, 5 Guerrero Strachan - Located at Sagasta Street No. 5, on the corner of Herrería del Rey Street, this building was constructed in 1925. It is a narrow house that fits into a corner, forming a kind of keel.
- Mercado Central de Atarazanas - Our guide will highlight the most interesting aspects of the products and stalls within the market, the Muslim walls that once surrounded the city, the old shipyards that occupied the market’s current location, and the architectural, artistic, and historical elements. We will also explore traditional and modern businesses in the surrounding streets.
What's Included
- Professional local guide
- All taxes included
What's Not Included
- Tips (optional)
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup
Additional Information
This walking tour shows, in small groups, the capital of the Costa del Sol in an easy and comfortable way. A route through the most traditional neighborhoods that are normally not known by those who visit our city. We will discover charming corners, churches and convents linked to our traditions and beliefs, businesses with more than a hundred years of history, unique architectural elements, spaces where we can share art and culture… We will also learn about its rich gastronomy and customs. We will talk about flamenco and also about shipwrecks, about faith in their religious festivals and their particular way of drinking coffee or chocolate,… among other curiosities and topics, typical of the way of life of the people of Malaga. Its warm and sunny climate and its people allow you to enjoy its streets amid traditions and history at any time of the year. This tour is accessible to all types of people regardless of their physical ability or age.
- Public parking at the departure point
- Train stop (Málaga Centro Alameda Station) and metro stop (Atarazanas)
- Bus stops very close from different points in Malaga and province
Location
Pl. Enrique García-Herrera, 20
Plaza Enrique García-Herrera
Next to the Plaza playground, an official guide will be waiting for you with a light green t-shirt and a green umbrella as well.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(12 Ratings)
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Wahlheimatkiel
May 3, 2024
Highly recommended tour! - Lourdes was a brilliant tour guide! The tour gave a better appreciation of the city - from the smallest detail almost unnoticed to many to the grandest of the structures towering over the city. The tour brought us around the city, outside the obvious landmarks which we enjoyed very much. 10/10 would definitely recommend. 🙂
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Vanbeeze
Apr 12, 2024
Wonderful Tour - I coincidentally ended up with a private tour, and I had such a lovely time. Lourdes was an amazing tour guide, and really knows her history of Málaga.
She pointed out local spots and points of interest, focusing on things other than just the big tourist sites. She also entertained all of my questions, and was very kind to explain things further as she knew I was studying Spanish here.
I'd highly recommend this tour for anyone who is looking for an interesting walking tour of the centro area of Málaga.
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Michaelmz9349nf
Mar 15, 2024
Don't miss this tour - Our brilliant guide, Lourdes, brought our small group on a fascinating journey through the history, culture and traditions of Malaga from when the city was founded to the present day. I really enjoyed this tour a lot and I would absolutely recommend it.
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Cindysh307qj
Feb 22, 2024
Wow ! - Wow! You MUST do this tour! Lourdes was passionate about her wonderful city & told us lots of information You need to do this tour!
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Cindy_s
Feb 21, 2024
This was an excellent way... - This was an excellent way to experience Malaga Our guide Lourdes was very knowledgable & lovely! If you do any thing in Malaga DO THIS!
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Srubesamen
Feb 21, 2024
A Gem of a Tour - This tour is a must for anyone visiting Malaga who wants to know more about the history and cultural of the city. There were so my gems that I would have missed if I had walked around the city on my own. From start to finish it was so interesting and our guide was so informed but what made it great, it was fun, she had all the little local stories that added a bit of color to the tour.
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T2725qbcatherines
Feb 9, 2024
A must go tour, when in Malaga - Exceptional tour.
Lourdes was an exceptional tour guide. I received several texts from Lourdes with meetup details. We had a rainy day. However this didn't dampen the very interesting tour. Lourdes is very knowledgeable and came with some photos of what was shown. The cost of the tour was very reasonable considering what was included. Thank you for an exceptional morning.
Highly recommend.
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Marta
Feb 2, 2024
Wonderful walk full of magic and history - I had a walk around market in Malaga and that was great. Lourdes, the guide, has a great knowledge about Malaga's history and nowadays topic. I highly recommend this walk: it's amazingly knowkedgable, packed with interesting stories with passionale guide. Thank you Lourdes!
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Nicolacc1474dc
Jan 30, 2024
A nice experience - A very interesting way to visit Malaga. I recommend this visit to all those who want to discover it outside the tourist circuit. I thank the girls for their professionalism and kindness.
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Pauldu2630ga
Mar 17, 2024
Market great, food outside over priced - The market itself was spectacular! A great experience just walking around. We bought a few items and wished we had found it earlier in our stay. The paella spice was a great find. The food outside the market is grossly overpriced. We all recommend that it be skipped. While it was good, a lunch for four at 150 Euros was not appropriate. Buy anything inside, skip the outside food.
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