Centro, Málaga

Name: Centro
Address: Málaga, Spain

#24 among attractions in Málaga

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Facts and practical information

Centro, also known as District 1 and Málaga-Centro, is one of the 11 districts of the city of Málaga, Spain. ()

Local name: Distrito Centro Area: 2.27 mi²Coordinates: 36°43'21"N, 4°25'3"W

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Málaga-Centro (Centro Histórico)Málaga Spain

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Centro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Calle Marqués de Larios, Alcazaba, Plaza de toros de La Malagueta, Málaga Cathedral.

~1580 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Calle Marqués de Larios, Málaga
8 min walk • Calle Marqués de Larios, or simply Calle Larios, is the beating heart of Málaga, Spain, and one of the most emblematic pedestrian thoroughfares in the city. This bustling street, inaugurated in 1891, is named after Manuel Domingo Larios, the 2nd Marquis of Larios...
~680 ftSE
Medieval Moorish palace with sea views
Alcazaba, Málaga
4 min walk • Perched atop a hillside in the vibrant city of Málaga, the Alcazaba stands as a testament to the region's rich Moorish heritage. This palatial fortress, dating back to the 11th century, was constructed during the Hammudid dynasty and later expanded under the Nasrids.
0.4 miE
Bullring with a museum of memorabilia
Plaza de toros de La Malagueta, Málaga
11 min walk • Plaza de toros de La Malagueta is an iconic bullring located in the vibrant city of Málaga, Spain. With a history dating back to 1876, this architectural landmark is not only a sport venue but also a cultural symbol of the region's deep-rooted traditions in the art of...
~1190 ftSW
Landmark cathedral and a museum
Málaga Cathedral, Málaga
6 min walk • Málaga Cathedral, known as "La Manquita" or "The One-Armed Lady," is an architectural marvel that stands proudly in the heart of Málaga, Spain. This majestic church, with its incomplete southern tower, gives it its affectionate nickname, and is a testament to the...
~400 ftSW
Picasso collection in a converted palace
Museo Picasso Málaga, Málaga
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Málaga, Spain, the Museo Picasso Málaga serves as a monument to one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso. Born in the city in 1881, Picasso's artistic legacy returns to his place of birth through this museum...
~920 ftS
Fine art museum in 1791 palace
Palacio de la Aduana, Málaga
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Málaga, the Palacio de la Aduana stands as an architectural gem and a testament to the city's rich history. This grandiose neoclassical building, originally constructed in the late 18th century, served as a custom house for the bustling port of...
~880 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum
Museo de Málaga, Málaga
5 min walk • The Museo de Málaga is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of Málaga, Spain, offering a deep dive into the region's rich artistic and archaeological heritage. Housed in the Palacio de la Aduana, a neoclassical building dating back to the 18th century, the museum...
0.4 miNW
Museum, Modern art museum, Art museum
Museum Jorge Rando, Málaga
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Málaga, Spain, the Museum Jorge Rando is a cultural gem dedicated to the works of the eponymous expressionist painter. Opened in 2014, this museum serves as a beacon of contemporary art, celebrating Jorge Rando's artistic journey and his...
~550 ftN
Museum, Modern art museum, Historical place
Fundación Picasso, Málaga
3 min walk • The Fundación Picasso, also known as the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Foundation, is a foundation based in Málaga, Andalusia, Spain with the objective of promoting and promulgating the work of the artist Pablo Picasso.
~1610 ftW
Grand art museum in a Renaissance palace
Museo Carmen Thyssen, Málaga
8 min walk • The Carmen Thyssen Museum is an art museum in the Spanish city Málaga. The main focus of the museum is 19th-century Spanish painting, predominantly Andalusian, based on the collection of Carmen Cervera, fifth wife of Baron Hans Heinrich Thyssen-Bornemisza.
~700 ftSE
Forts and castles
Alcazaba, Málaga
4 min walk • A kasbah, also spelled qasba, qasaba, or casbah, is a fortress, most commonly the citadel or fortified quarter of a city. It is also equivalent to the term alcazaba in Spanish, which derives from the same Arabic word. By extension, the term can also refer to a medina quarter, particularly in Algeria.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Centro?

Nearby attractions include Plaza de la Merced, Málaga (2 min walk), Palacio de Buenavista, Málaga (2 min walk), Museo Picasso Málaga, Málaga (2 min walk), Fundación Picasso, Málaga (3 min walk).

How to get to Centro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Centro:

Bus

Plaza de la Merced • Lines: 1, 36, 37, 92, C1 (2 min walk)
Victoria - Plaza de la Merced • Lines: 1, 36, 37, C2, N2 (3 min walk)

Train

Málaga Centro - Alameda (18 min walk)
Málaga María Zambrano (29 min walk)

Metro

El Perchel • Lines: L1, L2 (28 min walk)
La Isla • Lines: L2 (36 min walk)