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The 15 Best Tours in Malaga & the Costa del Sol

398 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Malaga gives you a city, sixty kilometres of beach and a ring of mountains within an hour. The 15 below are the days that earn a place in a short stay, each priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want more.

Málaga: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Transportation - A guided walk through the Gaitanes Gorge
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Málaga: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Transportation

1.Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12,183 reviews · from $69Our pick

Travel from central Málaga by direct bus, then walk the 7.5 km Caminito del Rey with an official local guide. Expect a three-hour guided visit, high walkways above the Gaitanes Gorge, stories about the route’s construction and surroundings, and two scheduled breaks. Spanish- and English-language groups are available.

“Fantastic! Anyone who is considering doing it by yourself or with a tour, do yourself a favour and book the tour!”

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Caminito del Rey: Guided Tour and Entry Ticket - Helmets, headsets, and a guide who adds context
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Caminito del Rey: Guided Tour and Entry Ticket

2.Caminito del Rey: Guided Tour and Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 11,286 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Walk the one-way Caminito del Rey in Málaga with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, helmet, and radio headset. The 7.7-kilometer route passes high cliffs, the Guadalhorce River, and remains of the area’s railway and hydroelectric works. Plan for a separate shuttle bus and a 1.5-kilometer walk to the north entrance.

“This was probably the best excursion we have experienced in a very long time. The guide was very informative and knowledgeable. The view spectacular and the wildlife unbelievable. The griffin vultures were huge and so many. Would love to be able to attend one of the feeding sessions. Put this on your list for sure. 10/10 and more 👍👍👍👍👍👍”

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Málaga: Museo Picasso Málaga Entry Ticket - Follow the shifts in Picasso’s work
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Málaga: Museo Picasso Málaga Entry Ticket

3.Museo Picasso Málaga Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 11,138 reviews · 1 day · from $15

Visit Museo Picasso Málaga in the Palacio de Buenavista, where 141 works trace Picasso’s art from early studies to his later paintings. Your ticket includes a multilingual audio guide and access to archaeological remains beneath the museum. Move at your own pace through paintings, ceramics, sculptures, and prints, then pause in the courtyard café.

“Glad that I pre booked as those that hadn't didn't get in”

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From Málaga & Costa del Sol: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour - The Guided Walk, From Helmet Briefing to Southern Exit
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From Málaga & Costa del Sol: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour

4.Caminito del Rey Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,488 reviews · from $67

Travel by coach from Málaga or the Costa del Sol, pause in Ardales for breakfast, then walk the Caminito del Rey with a guide. Expect a roughly three-hour route through the Gaitanes Gorge, including cliffside footbridges, a short access tunnel and big views over the Guadalhorce River. Guides have included Sara, Daniel and Shirley.

“Very good value. Sara our guide explained everything throughout the day. A credit to her company”

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El Chorro: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Shuttle Bus - Meeting at Hotel La Garganta in El Chorro
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El Chorro: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Shuttle Bus

5.El Chorro: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Shuttle Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,091 reviews · from $44

Meet your guide at Hotel La Garganta, take the shuttle to the north entrance, then walk the Caminito del Rey’s 3-kilometer route above the Desfiladero de Los Gaitanes. Expect sheer gorge views, a guided account of the area’s history, and a path that reaches 101 meters above the canyon. Guides speak English, German, Spanish, and Italian.

“I liked everything what happened to me during this trip.”

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Caminito del Rey: Tour with Official Guide and Drink - Starting at the north access
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Caminito del Rey: Tour with Official Guide and Drink

6.Caminito del Rey: Tour with Official Guide and Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,190 reviews · 3 hours · from $34

Walk the one-way Caminito del Rey from its north entrance to the south, above gorges carved by the Guadalhorce River. An official guide shares the path’s engineering story, local nature, and its link to King Alfonso XIII. The three-hour tour includes entry and a small bottle of water; the return shuttle costs €2.55 in cash.

“The Caminito del Rey was a beautiful and memorable experience. The views were astounding, and the walk itself was very pleasant — impressive but never intimidating. The path felt completely safe and well organized throughout. Our guide, Mandy, made the experience even better. She was warm, witty, and attentive, especially with our kids (a ten-year-old and two teenagers). She shared interesting insights and kept everyone comfortable and engaged. A great mix of nature, history, and easy adventure — highly recommended.”

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Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry - Stories that make the stonework legible
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Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry

7.Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,792 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $14Best value

Meet by the glass pyramid at Málaga’s Roman Theatre, then explore the theatre and 11th-century Alcazaba with a guide in English, Italian, or Spanish. The 1.5-hour tour covers Roman remains, Moorish courtyards and gardens, and views over the city and harbour. It ends inside the Alcazaba, where you can stay and look around at your own pace.

“absolutely fantastic, very easy to book and instructions on meet up is very easy. guide was lovely. tour was well worth it. really happy with it and it went quite quick too. really enjoyed it would highly recommend”

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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - Following the dolphins, and the coastline
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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

8.Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,786 reviews · 1h 40m · from $22

Cruise aboard the New Magic for a 100-minute dolphin-watching trip from Benalmádena. The captain chooses the route according to sea conditions and dolphin activity. Look for coastal landmarks and marine life, then enjoy the bar, shaded seats and underwater windows. A summer swim may be possible if time and conditions allow. The crew speaks Spanish, English and French.

“We absolutely loved this trip!! The captain knew exactly where the dolphins were and ensured that we had lots of time to see them. I would recommend sitting at the front of the boat as we had the best view! Would book again next time we come! Highly recommended”

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Caminito del Rey: Entry Ticket - Getting to the north entrance
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Caminito del Rey: Entry Ticket

9.Caminito del Rey: Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,710 reviews · 1 day · from $17

Walk the 7.7-kilometer, one-way Caminito del Rey in Malaga province, on restored paths high above the Guadalhorce River. This entry ticket is for a self-paced visit, not a guaranteed guided tour. Plan for the shuttle, a 1.5-kilometer approach walk, cliffside boardwalks and a finish in El Chorro.

“If you’re in Malaga you need to do this walk, it’s not hard at all and flat all the way with no inclines or declines!”

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From Malaga and Costa del Sol: Gibraltar Tour - Border rules are the first thing to get right
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From Malaga and Costa del Sol: Gibraltar Tour

10.Gibraltar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,483 reviews · 570 minutes - 10 hours · from $38

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Málaga or the Costa del Sol to Gibraltar with a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking guide. Choose the optional Rock tour for views of the Strait, St. Michael’s Cave, and Barbary macaques, then spend free time around Main Street, Casemates Square, or the marina. Bring your original passport or ID.

“Great day tour for the price the knowledge and help from the tour guide. one of the best tours I have experienced 100% recommended.”

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Malaga: Teatro Flamenco Malaga Live Flamenco Show - Dancers, singers and guitarists share the stage
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Malaga: Teatro Flamenco Malaga Live Flamenco Show

11.Teatro Flamenco Malaga Live Flamenco Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,254 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

Spend an hour with the dancers, singers and musicians of Teatro Flamenco Málaga’s Esencia show. Expect flamenco in a small theatre setting, with powerful vocals, guitar and vivid dance. Tickets cost about $34 per person; drinks are sold separately, and there is no food service. Arrive early if you want time to settle in or buy a drink.

“Amazing Would highly recommend and we all had such a good time, location was easy to find and the entire experience was just amazing”

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From Málaga: Ronda+Setenil de las Bodegas with Little Train - The coach ride to Ronda: a change of scene
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From Málaga: Ronda+Setenil de las Bodegas with Little Train

12.Ronda+Setenil de las Bodegas with Little Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,115 reviews · 10 hours · from $34

Travel by coach from Málaga to Setenil de las Bodegas and Ronda, with free time in both and a little train ride in Setenil. Choose a guided Ronda walk or explore independently. Guides have included Vanessa, Sylvia, Melina and Anabel, though your guide may differ. The full trip takes about 10 hours.

“The trip was great! I took the guided option and Vanessa was amazing. Her tour was really balanced - many interesting tidbits and stories, but not too much :) She also provided many important pieces of information that we could use throughout our free time - best restaurants, shops with local products, place to view the famous bridge from. Very useful. The only thing that could have made it even better would be one more hour in Ronda. We had two hours of free time which seems like a lot but if you need to squeeze in lunch, bridge viewing and maybe a museum, it is a tight schedule. All…”

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From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar - Making the most of five to six hours
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From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

13.Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,516 reviews · 9 hours · from $35

Travel from Malaga with a Spanish- and English-speaking guide, then spend about five to six hours in Gibraltar. Explore the town on your own or arrange an optional Rock visit by foot or taxi tour. The Rock’s monkeys, St. Michael’s Cave, wartime tunnels, and views toward Africa are the main draws.

“Excellent way to get to the Rock of Gibraltar. Bus was very comfortable, and our guide, Pedro, was very thorough and attentive!”

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From Malaga: Granada Full-Day Trip with Alhambra - Getting oriented in Granada’s old center
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From Malaga: Granada Full-Day Trip with Alhambra

14.Granada Full-Day Trip with Alhambra

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,235 reviews · 10 hours · from $128

Ride from Malaga to Granada with a guide, explore the city center, then visit the Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens with a local guide and priority entry. You’ll have some free time for lunch or the cathedral. Guides vary by departure; Antonio, Alba, Alejandro, and Aiona are among those who have led tours.

“Our guide Joanne was exceptionally. She was very passionate about the history of Granada and it we appreciated the in depth knowledge.”

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Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip - Waiting for the sunset over the Mediterranean
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Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

15.Sunset Catamaran Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,200 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $27

Depart from Málaga’s port for a 90-minute sunset sail along the coast. You’ll see the city from the water, listen to music, and have access to an onboard bar and bathrooms. Drinks and food cost extra. The crew speaks English and Spanish, and the boat has seating plus a popular netted area at the front.

“Great atmosphere on board and the music elevates the theme of sunset. Very joyful trip.”

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