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Málaga is more than just a gateway to the Costa del Sol—it’s one of Europe’s oldest cities with 3,000 years of history packed into its sun-drenched streets. You can wander from Phoenician ruins to Roman theatres, climb the Moorish Alcazaba, and still have time for sunset drinks in the hip Soho district. It’s a city where ancient meets edgy—and they actually get along.
Culture lovers will find gold here: from Picasso’s birthplace to Renaissance palaces, baroque churches, and the buzzing CAC contemporary art centre. Romantic strolls? Head to the palm-lined Alameda or catch golden hour from the Gibralfaro Castle. Kid-friendly museums, food markets, rooftop bars—Málaga’s got layers, and they’re all worth peeling back.