Solo Travel in Malaga, Malaga, Spain

Malaga is one of the most popular cities in Spain (especially with Brits and Europeans. During my 6 week trip from France to Portugal, Malaga was one of my first stops on the Mediterranean coast. Below is my guide to how to travel solo in Malaga. I've included lots of practical information such as where to stay, which tour company to use and how to get around. Find out how to get from the airport and what to do in the evenings.

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Malaga has a relaxed vibe about it. The streets are clean and it feels safe throughout the city. It is still a city though so beware of pickpockets and people selling flowers who demand money from you for the ‘present’ they give.

The people are open, warm and easy going, and are happy to converse with you in Spanish. If you get lost they help with directions and even the taxi drivers are helpful. If you hike to the Gibralfaro, there is a steep climb which can be a bit slippery so take care.

Malaga is a port city within the Andalusia region is located on the famous Costa del Sol. With 2800 years of history, Malaga is one of the oldest cities in the world. It has an important port and is also the birthplace of painter Pablo Picasso, arguably Spain’s most famous painter and sculptor. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).