The city of Malaga located on the southern coast of Andalucia in Spain is a warm, vibrant city which has in many ways been by-passed by the tourism industry which dominates the economy of the Costa del Sol. Malaga has a warm Mediterranean climate, tempered by the sea breezes in summer, and protected from cold by the Sierra Nevada, making it a perfect year round destination.
Malaga has an array of historical buildings including Gibralfaro Castle, Malaga Cathedral and an old town which is one of the best in all of Spain. The artist Picasso was born and lived in Malaga, and his museum is a must for visitors to the city.
The nightlife in Malaga is vibrant with flamenco music, tapas bars and many clubs offering a variety of musical attractions. There is a strong Latin influence throughout the city, and bas and clubs stay open most of the night on Fridays and Saturdays.
If you want to see more of the Costa del Sol, there are good transportation links by rail and bus, and with the A-7 (E15) motorway providing easy access from Malaga airport to all the major Costa del Sol resorts, picking up a hire car at Malaga Airport may be the best option. With a rental car it is possible to take a few days exploring the wonderful interior scenery of Andalucia, as well as visiting the more established resorts such as Marbella, Mijas and Gibraltar.
The perfect time to visit Malaga is from late September to March when temperatures are mild, and prices are at their lowest. There are many low cost airlines operating flights into Malaga, even in the winter months. As many visitors to Malaga will discover, it is a city that you will want to return to again and again.