Picasso Museum: Self-Guided Audio Tours

Vroom vroom into the Automobile Museum of Malaga for a journey through the history of cars. Check out the impressive representations of dream cars, designer cars, popular cars and much more - you'll come away with a whole new idea about what your new car should be! Discover cars designed to run on alternative power sources. See American models, including a collection of Cadillacs. Admire the refined styling of British marques, such as Rolls Royce and Jaguar. Don't miss the engine start-up every Sunday at 12.30. Located in the spectacular building of "La Tabacalera", a former tobacco factory built in 1923 that is now a car museum, the Automobile Museum of Malaga offers a fantastic combination of history, art and culture.

Revisit the life and works of Pablo Picasso in the birthplace of the world-famous artist. See his works, family memories, a library, and even a recreation of a 19th-century study. The birthplace of Picasso has been an official heritage site since 1983. It was built in 1861, and Picasso came into the world here in 1881. Picasso lived in Málaga until he was 10 years old, and the city had a profound effect on his memories, his personality, and his work. Tickets for the Museo Casa Natal Picasso offer you a thematic tour highlighting this family, social and cultural link between Pablo Picasso and Málaga. Across nine rooms you can trace Picasso's formative years and get a feel for his family environment, including in a recreation of his father's study where Picasso took his first steps as an artist and rooms focusing on different themes, including bullfighting, the Mediterranean, and doves amongst others.

When Gene Wilder sang about "a world of pure imagination", he was referring to Málaga's Museum of Imagination. And while we definitely made that last part up, the reports of awe and wonder coming from the museum are entirely accurate! Immerse yourself in a mind-bending world of illusion and devilish confusion. Take your senses on a wild ride, exploring various exhibits aimed at confounding your eyes and ears. Separate your legs from your body, sample life in miniature, walk on the ceiling, and much more. There are also plenty of opportunities for tricksy photos – don't forget your camera!

This self-guided audio walking tour explores the historic heart of Málaga and is ideal for first-time visitors who want art, architecture, and layered city history in one easy route. You will hear the city like a local guide beside you, while moving at your own pace through lively squares and narrow streets. The route begins at Plaza de la Constitución, a long-time civic center where Málaga still gathers for festivals and daily life. From there, you continue along Calle Marqués de Larios, the city’s elegant shopping street, then step into Plaza del Obispo and the grand setting of Málaga Cathedral, famous for its richly decorated design and its unfinished second tower. The walk then leads you into Picasso’s Málaga, from the Museo Picasso Málaga to Santiago Church and the artist’s birthplace at Museo Casa Natal de Picasso. In the final stretch, you climb into the city’s deeper past at the Alcazaba, where stone walls, arches, and gardens rise above the streets, and finish at the Málaga Roman Theatre at its foot. Along the way, the most memorable moments include the cool shade of old plazas, the glow of cathedral stone, traces of Picasso’s early world, and the striking sight of Roman ruins beneath a Moorish fortress.

This self-guided audio walking tour explores Málaga’s historic heart through its layered past, from Roman remains to Moorish walls and grand Christian monuments. It will especially suit first-time visitors who enjoy architecture, local history, and streets that still feel lively and lived in. Your route begins at the Alcazaba, where stone ramparts, gardens, and views toward the port introduce the city’s defensive past. From there, you step down to the Málaga Roman Theatre, with its curved tiers set against the hillside, then continue to Santiago Church, where Gothic, Mudéjar, and Baroque details meet in one compact facade. The walk carries you onward to the Museo Picasso Málaga, housed in a 16th-century palace, before leading into the area around El Sagrario and the Cathedral, where carved stone, high arches, and the cathedral’s famously unfinished tower shape the skyline. The tour ends on Calle Marqués de Larios after passing through Plaza de la Constitución, a busy square lined with historic buildings and marked by its marble fountain. Along the way, the most memorable moments include seeing Roman seats at the foot of a Moorish fortress, standing before richly decorated church portals, and arriving in elegant shopping streets where Málaga’s old stones open into the rhythm of the modern city.

Surround yourself with more than 1,500 exotic butterflies from around the world. They're fluttering freely between waterfalls and flowers at Mariposario de Benalmádena. Don't worry, they won't get too close! Observe how these beautiful insects are born, learn how they reproduce, and wrap your head around neat butterfly facts. Look out for the friendly resident wallaby and gecko, too!

Enjoy the Málaga coastline from a bird's eye view on the only cable car on the Costa del Sol. You'll ride in comfortable and modern cable cars equipped with an audio guide. At the top of Mount Calamorro, take in stunning views and explore exclusive hiking trails in a natural setting, surrounded by Mediterranean flora and fauna.

Nothing distracts you from life's micro-stresses like a close encounter with crocodiles! Snap up a ticket to Crocodile Park Torremolinos and feast your eyes upon the cold-blooded smiles of over 300 prehistoric beasts! It features eight lakes, an African village, a nursery for baby crocs, a crocodile museum, and Europe's largest crocodile – the indomitable crocosaurus, Gran Paco. See death-defying demonstrations, frenzied feedings, and some adorable baby crocs practicing the art of the chomp.

Experience a sea of adventures at Selwo Marina in Benalmádena. Be amazed by iconic marine animals like dolphins, penguins, and sea lions. Discover tropical forest inhabitants and watch exotic birds flying. Through educational activities and talks, you'll learn about threats these species face and what you can do to help their conservation. Want more? Check out the Unique Experiences with animal interactions. Participate in the Dolphin or Penguin Encounters to get closer than ever.

Dive into the rich history of Malaga and uncover the Arabic legacy embedded in its old Medina. This self-guided audio tour is perfect for cultural enthusiasts eager to experience the city's transformation from its Muslim conquest influences to its modern-day charm. Starting at the imposing Alcazaba of Malaga, a fortress that whispers tales of the past, the tour leads you through a path of architectural wonders and historical insights. Journey from this 11th-century palace to the emblematic Marqués de Larios statue, the symbol of the city's evolution beyond its Arabic roots. Along the way, marvel at the mix of styles at the Málaga Cathedral and feel the city's heartbeat at the Constitution Square, as every stop reveals a new layer of Malaga's heritage. End your walk through time with memories of stunning facades and the stories etched into the city's walls and streets. This tour is not just a walk but an enthralling narrative that brings to life the coexistence of cultures in the heart of Malaga.