This fantastic and FREE modern art museum is in a gorgeous area by the river. Rather than taking…read morepublic transit, I decided to walk there from my Airbnb (near Picasso's childhood home), and I'm really glad I did. I saw so much of the city on my way to the museum, and when I arrived, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it's free! The museum itself is actually quite large, and much of its contents are unusual--almost phantasmagorical. If you're a fan of installation pieces, this place is a must-see.

The Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) is the most emblematic monument of the Malaga city of Ronda…read more Built between 1751 and 1793, until 1839 it was the highest bridge in the world with a height of 98 meters (about 300 feet). It unites the historic and modern areas of the city by crossing the Ronda tajo, a gorge excavated by the Guadalevín River. The Puente Nuevo constitutes, together with the Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Ronda, the symbol and soul of the city. That is why it has been declared a Natural Monument of Andalusia in April 2019. We walked across it and also down the gorge to take some of the most iconic pictures of the bridge. The trek is tough with a steep uphill, but worth every minute.

This place is a definite must see if you're in the southern coast of Spain. The view from and…read morearound the bridge is just stunning. There are no admission fees, but if you want to visit the lower levels of the bridge, there is a small fee. Be aware to get here, the road can be steep, winding, and narrow. It can be a bit challenging, especially traveling at night. Located in the town of Ronda, there are plenty of restaurants in the town to try out. Numerous gift shops are also present for your wants.

A good statue. In the center of the historic district…read more Lots of people. Many tourists.

Oh Malaga... the port city of Costa del sol. You enchant those who come a far and with beautiful…read moreartistic scenery and local charming shopping. The first place I went to when I had visited Spain years ago. The plaza del constitution. located- Plaza de la Constitución, 1 29005 Málaga This plaza is one of Spain's amazing features. The color, vibrancy, upbeat music and Iberian Mediterranean atmosphere has so much to offer. From fresh market vendors to street performers, cute cafe shoppes and delicious seafood this place has it all. The center of the main shopping street is Calle Latinos which you can stroll through many local and brand name shops. See the artistic murals that give Malaga that beach type colorful Mediterranean part of Spain. After all, it is only right to admire and pay tribute to one of the worlds most famous artists of all time Pablo Picasso. Get a feel of the vibrant artistic culture of Europe."s most southern city at plaza del Constitución. Not only is it cultural but a great place to stroll and relax. Go shouts places like Victoria Secret, Desigual, Stradivarius, United colors of Benetton, El Ganzo and much more. At night it's beautiful as the string lights light up the outdoor shopping center. A urban, artistic, vibrant and beach atmosphere...Malaga!

This is my 1000th Yelp review -- which is suitable because this cave tour was *really cool*! It was…read moreso worth the 10 Euros per person. Really fascinating prehistoric cave drawings and stunning cave formations -- stalactites and stalagmites. We called ahead the day before to reserve a spot for a particular time. The tour lasted 1 hour. Wear good shoes because you have to climb some steps and descend some slippery steps. Don't do this tour in flip flops or heels. Probably not good for toddlers or the frail elderly because of the terrain. The tour guide speaks English and Spanish, and for our group he gave the tour in English because that's the language almost everyone spoke (a couple of Germans but he doesn't speak German).

About thirty thousand years ago, modern man began to paint in Europe. In caves such as Chauvet,…read moreAltamira, and Cueva de las Piletas pictographs from that time period can be seen (though not necessarily by the public). Granted, the number of 30,000 year old pictographs in this cave is limited, but the younger art--12,000-25,000 years old--makes this one of the more significant Paleolithic art sites in the world. Another thing that makes this cave unique is that you can tour it for a paltry sum under the guidance of one of the descendants of the discoverer of the cave, Sr. Bullon. It is truly an authentic experience, with the only improvements being stairs cut into the bedrock of the cave. Lighting is only what is carried in (recommend you bring your own, as the electric lanterns do little other than prevent tripping). The cave contains a good assortment of formations, including flowstone draperies, wedding cakes, and the like. A "living" cave (water still depositing formation), you are rightly asked not to touch anything--no surprise given that this is called the Cave of the Pools after all. The tours are irregularly timed, the best bet is to arrive by 10am. The steep climb to the entrance is test enough of the physical requirements, but be forewarned that the cave is fairly slippery, as caves are wont to be. Caver approved.

Love graffiti? Then…read moreyou'll be pleased to know that the city of Malaga invited world-famous graffiti artists to paint some of their buildings in an area called Barrio de las Artes - the art quarters or the graffiti quarters - in Soho. Soho is the area you can see on the map here on Yelp: It's located between the big beautiful food market and the broad Parisian street with all the flower shops, and the harbor. I found the area quite interesting cause parts of it was very worn down and the number of sex shops made it feel cheap, and at the same as time they have a big new-build kindergarten smack in the middle with sweet and colorful art in the windows (kid-graffiti?). The street Calle Tomás Heredia which was in very good shape and is an ideal place to start. Bring your camera and walk around the whole area when the sun is out (which it almost always is on the Sunshine Coast). The variety of classic graffiti, playful/smart graffiti and more classic art (painted on a wall that is about to collapse) will keep you entertained.

Hands down, Hotel Párraga was the best stay of my entire trip to Spain. This little hidden gem sits…read moreright in the heart of Granada, and anything I needed-- whether it be a late night snack, a new dress, shoes, souvenirs, etc and all ringing true-- was less than a 10-minute walk away. I still can't believe they consider themselves a "2-star hotel," because if this is 2 stars, I've stayed in places that deserve negative numbers. The room was incredibly affordable, chic and clean, and honestly, if I had known how much I'd fall in love with Granada, I would've extended my trip just to stay at Hotel Párraga longer! I stayed in the Deluxe Single Room on the second floor, and though I was a party of one, the room was giving "romanticize being a solo traveler". I instantly needed an impromptu photoshoot as soon as I saw the charming shutter doors and balcony overlooking the alley. There's a cozy common space on the second floor in the center of all the rooms with cozy seats, dining tables, and a tea/coffee setup available anytime. I found the space perfect for reading or working during my downtime. NOTE: Access to the hotel is easy to miss--the entrance is a glass door that requires ringing a buzzer to be let in. When exiting, be careful on your way out-- the glass is SO spotless I nearly walked into it more than once!! Cons: the front desk reception wasn't the warmest, and since it's a boutique hotel, don't expect late checkout options.

The room itself was very tidy and housekeeping did a great job. A tad smaller than I expected, but…read moretidy. The location and rates are pretty tough to beat. It's very centrally located and within very short walking distance of the city center. As for rates, I booked the room for about $100/night the week between Christmas and New Year's. If not for the cleanliness, location, and price, I wouldn't be so generous by giving three stars, for four reasons: 1) The front desk seems to have been taking a full-time siesta. They were rarely there when I needed them, but at least they were helpful when they were. 2) No breakfast included. They don't have a dining area or kitchen so instead they give you a 10% off voucher if you want to eat at the restaurant attached to the hotel, Vitela. Gee, gracias for your appreciation. 3) The room phone didn't work so I couldn't make outside calls to make reservations. In a way, this actually benefited me since I wasn't getting charged for making calls from the front desk, but by the time I could actually hunt down the person working the front desk to make the calls on my behalf, I would have rather just made the calls myself and paid for them. 4) No safe, but fortunately, nothing got stolen.

This is a nice fort to visit! If you have visited others across Andalusia, it is not nearly as…read moreintricate as the Alhambra, but is still beautiful and grand. The location also offers gorgeous views of the harbor, Mediterranean sea, and the bull ring. There is an accessible entrance for anyone visiting with kids in strollers or a relative in a wheelchair. Free on Sundays after 2p!

The Alcazaba (which comes from al-Qasba, meaning urban fortress) is located at the foot of the…read morehillside of Mount Gibralfaro, in the small bay that is home to the city of Malaga. Its strategic position led it to be inhabited by ancient civilisations such as the Phoenicians and the Romans where they built a theatre in the 1st century. During the Islamic period, the Alcazaba was initially built as a fortification, and later became a palace-fortress, and the seat of the city government. You can buy a ticket for the Alcazaba itself or a combo ticket for the Gibralfaro and the Alcazaba. Sundays are free from 2p-7pm

Last weekend I was in Malaga and, while I was having breakfast on the terrasse of a café, a woman…read moredistributed flyers. I usually don't take flyers. But here I was in Spain so maybe flyers were interesting. And it was ! After wandering through the beautiful city, we found the place. hidden in the patio of an old building. Away from the sun, we felt some fresh air and walk in the craft market. I just love so much how it feels to walk from table to table and admire craft ! It feels so personal. Someone made something and you are about to acquire a unique piece of Art ! We sat for a while, drank a coke. Loved it I highly recommend the place and the market :)

Seriously cool place to have a beer!…read more We walked past this place one day while walking off the beaten path. we made a mental note to come back for for a few beers. So we came back for a few beers. And cheap mind you. You won't break the bank here. Doesn't feel very touristy, felt more like a place where locals hang. And had a arty farty vibe. I saw a bloke sitting at a table on his own reading a book and drinking a beer. I love feel of this place. It's set back off the road into a giant garden patio. I think they hold lots of events here. I saw a list of events, but didn't really pay much attention. I think I may wind up a regular here!

More than a beach city in the south of Spain…read more Yes, it does have 16 beaches, one in the city center. But does offer way more than lazy sunny days relaxing on the beach. It is the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. And full of various cultural sites. I suggest an early morning hike up to Gibralfaro Castle, as the path is not fully shaded and the line for entry can get long. It is one of the largest Arab fortresses in the area. From here you can look out to the Mediterranean, the historic old city and Plaza de Toro de la Malagueta bull ring. On the back side back down in the city is a fabulously preserved Roman theater, the city museum, and the Cathedral de la Encarnation. The entire day can be spent wandering this great old area, with a few stops at small cafes for a snack and occasional coffee or sangria. Food and drink here are affordable and delicious. For unique and incredible fresh grilled seafood, head back down to the beach and enjoy the grilled sardines on skewers.