15 Malaga Wine Tours Worth Booking Ahead

1.Malaga Wine & Tapas Small Group Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,972 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83Our pick

Walk Málaga’s Old Town with a small group of up to 13, sampling wine at an 1840 tavern, Iberian ham and vermouth at a traditional ultramarinos, and classic and modern tapas. Guides such as Javi, Fernando and Emilio share local food tips and city stories. The 3.5-hour tour costs $83.44 and ends near Plaza de la Merced.

“Javi, our Food Sherpa guide, used his extensive background in journalism to weave together the compelling story of Malaga. His stories about the history of the city and its influence on its cuisine were fascinating. I enjoyed learning about wines, including the local Vermut, at a 186 year old tavern, as well as the different types of pigs that are raised in Malaga. His explanations about the difference between the grades of the Iberian jamon made my foodie heart jump for joy. He also told us about the malagueña dessert called locas and took us by a bakery, so we could buy them. His wonderful choices, and the variety of…”

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2.Wine & Tapas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,039 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $77

Spend 3.5 hours tasting Málaga wines and eight local delicacies at four bars, from Pedro Ximénez and vermouth to Iberian ham and tapas. An English-speaking guide such as Fernando, Carmen, Emilio or Javi leads a small group through central Málaga, adding food stories and local recommendations.

“We had a really lovely tour yesterday evening. Our tour guide Felipe told us lots of interesting and useful information. The locations were very well chosen, a great experience. We had a fantastic evening as a group, and even after the tour ended we stayed together for a long time, enjoying good wine and simply having fun together. Best regards to Magnus, Helen and Anna from Sweden, Kyle and Tina from the USA, Willem from the Netherlands – thank you for the lovely evening. Would I recommend the food tour? Definitely!”

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3.Malaga Organic Vineyard and Winery Six Wines Tapas and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Ride from central Málaga to Antonio’s organic vineyard and small winery for six wines, five paired bites, and shared Iberian meats, cheese, and tortilla. The tour lasts about four to five hours, includes A/C transport, and caps the group at eight. Guides such as Sasha, Beatrice, Pablo, and Chris have led visits, though your guide may vary.

“Pablo is a very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, the tapas was good and the wine excellent! Highly recommend!”

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4.Wine and Tapas Tour with Tastings and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 217 reviews · 3 hours · from $86

Walk from Plaza de la Constitución to local tapas bars, a wine tavern and a rooftop stop, tasting at least five or six dishes along the way. The three-hour tour includes drinks and a local guide; past guides have included Alana, Miriam, Paulina and Iris. Expect regional flavors, stories about Málaga and a filling evening meal.

“Guide was excellent and very knowledgable Think called Miriam 😀 Maybe too much food 😀”

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5.Traditional Andalusian Tapas and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 167 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $73

Walk Málaga’s old town with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide, stopping at a 200-year-old winery and two local taverns. Expect 7 to 8 homemade tapas and three drinks, with wine, beer, vermouth, or soft drinks available. Guides such as Alicia, Elisa, and Silvia have shared food, wine, and city stories on past tours.

“Thoroughly enjoyed! Our guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. She told us lots about the city/history too as we walked between bars, which I didn't realise was part of the tour. Interesting tapas dishes which was a pleasant surprise (I was expecting a few patatas but we got pork cheeks, for example). I will definitely be taking my family back to some of the bars - great little hidden gems!”

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6.Manilva: Nilva Vineyard, Wine Tasting & Tapas Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 156 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Best value

In Manilva, visit the CIVIMA wine museum and Nilva’s small winery before heading to an organic vineyard for wine and tapas with views of the Mediterranean and, on clear days, Africa. Guides such as Maggie explain local grape growing and winemaking. The vineyard is about 1 km away, so plan to walk or arrange your own ride.

“Amazing tour. Very knowledgeable guide who made it interesting and fun. Having the opportunity to taste the wine overlooking the vineyard, sea and mountains was very special. The wine is wonderful and we also had the opportunity to meet the owner and his wife. This small business are very passionate about their wine, and we can see why. Certainly worth a visit and we hope to return in the future to taste their new venture- red wine!”

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7.Ronda Day Tour and Winery Visits from Marbella

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $216

Set out from the Costa del Sol with a WSET-certified guide, often Nicky, for free time in Ronda and visits to Bodegas Conrad and Cortijo Los Aguilares. Expect a small group of up to six, tastings of six to eight wines, a tapas-style lunch, and a full day on the road.

“A spectacular day with Roger winding up the mountain to Ronda- a beautiful town full of picturesque views, history and shops. Freda warmly welcomed us and took us through the wine process followed by an amazing wine tasting and typical Spanish lunch. Next, Sonya explained the organic process of wine making at Kieninger with lovely tasting room. Can’t wait for our wine to arrive!”

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8.Winederlust Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Spend about two and a half hours tasting six wines with Spanish charcuterie at Villa Antumalal in Malaga. Host Linda makes the session approachable, explains the wines and their makers, and welcomes questions. Public tastings are capped at 20; private sessions require at least 10 people and can take place at your accommodation or a venue.

“We had a wonderful evening with Linda. The wine and food were excellent and were carefully paired to complement each other. Linda is a friendly, knowledgeable guide and a brilliant host. I thoroughly recommend this wine tasting experience.”

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9.Malaga Private Gastronomic Tour: Tapas, Wine & Rooftops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $290

Spend about four hours with a local guide on a private Malaga food walk, visiting four tapas and wine bars for traditional and modern bites paired with regional wines. The route crosses the city center and ends on a rooftop terrace with a drink and panoramic views. It starts at 5:00 pm.

“Very informative and tasty! This experience was the perfect balance of learning and enjoying delicious food. I really appreciated how much explaining he went into the background, history, and traditions. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and carefully chosen, which made the tasting part just as enjoyable as the informative part. I walked away not only with a full stomach but also with a new appreciation and understanding of the culture behind what we were eating. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for something both educational and delicious!”

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10.Malaga Tapas and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · from $145

Meet your local guide at Plaza de la Constitución for a three-hour walk through central Málaga, stopping at three tapas bars near the city’s main squares and Calle Larios. Expect a mix of Andalusian food, San Miguel beer and sweet wine, plus stories about local cuisine and city life. Guides have included Maria and Adriano.

“Adriano was our guide. Walked us through the old part on Malaga to a place where the locals eat. We sat at a big table and fed us all kinds of amazing small plates of food and beer or wine. Then we walked down to the port area to a wine bar where they had huge casks of sweet mediera wine and more plates of food. Worth every penny. Great food tour”

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11.White Village, Vineyard, and Wine Tasting Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 88 reviews · 5 hours · from $106

Travel from Málaga or the Costa del Sol to Álora with a local guide, visit the town’s museum, church and Muslim castle, then walk a vineyard and taste four wines with local tapas at Bodegas Pérez Hidalgo. The small-group tour lasts five hours and includes transport, monument tickets and water. Ramón, an Álora local, is especially known for bringing the town’s stories to life.

“Quite hilly in places and very hot temp for UK visitors x the straw hat/ water was a welcome surprise! Ramon was a first class guide so interesting, informative and patient x”

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12.Sun and Wine Route – Small group, wine tasting and tapas included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $94

Travel from the eastern Málaga coast to Cómpeta in a group of up to eight. An English, German or Spanish-speaking guide drives you through the mountains, leads a village walk and takes you to a four-generation family winery for four local wines paired with tapas. Cipriano and Michael have guided this trip, though your guide may vary.

“Very informative tour when visiting the towns that you see. You actually go to a fully established winery, where you see how they make it etc. The wine is exceptional. This is followed by a three course meal in another small village. Definitely worth the money and was a great day!”

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13.Tapas, Wine & Rooftops Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 80 reviews · 4 hours · from $283

Walk Málaga’s historic center with a local food guide, stopping at four tapas and wine bars for Spanish dishes and regional pours. Guides such as Enrique and Oscar mix food with stories about the Cathedral, port, and city history. The four-hour route ends with a drink on a rooftop terrace overlooking Málaga.

“Informative. Enrique has a vast knowledge of history and language, and answered any question. 5 star tour. Don’t hesitate to go on this tour.”

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14.From Marbella: Ronda Tour Wineries Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $222

Travel from Marbella to cliff-top Ronda with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide and a group of no more than seven. You get free time in town, then visit two contrasting wineries for tastings, local cheese and Iberian ham, and a tapas-style lunch. Nicky is one guide associated with the tour, though guide assignments can vary.

“The guide was friendly and engaging. I think I ended up telling her my whole life story and I am usually the quiet one. The two vineyards were very different, one a small boutique operation and the other still small but more modern in its methods. Excellent red wines and tapas finished out a remarkable trip.”

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15.Ronda, Wine & Olive Oil Tasting Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · from $312

Head from Málaga to Ronda for a guided walk past the Puente Nuevo and Plaza de Toros, plus free time for lunch. Then visit a countryside winery for three Sierra de Ronda wines, two oils, and a look at vineyard life. Guides include Enrique and Manuel; the tour runs in English and Spanish, and the order of visits can vary.

“Very good experience! Perfect length for the guided town part and wine tasting, and the guide, Enrique, was both friendly and knowledgeable. Went with my girlfriend, would definitely recommend!”

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