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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Malaga

168 tours  ·  from $7

Everything with a guide, a boat or a coach attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth giving a whole day to, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue below them.

Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry - What you see at the Roman Theatre
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Málaga: Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry

1.Alcazaba and Roman Theatre Guided Tour With Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,792 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $14Our pick

Meet your guide under the red umbrella by Málaga’s Glass Pyramid, then explore the Roman Theatre and Alcazaba in 1.5 hours. Guides such as Cristina, Salvador, Lucía, and Imma bring the sites to life in English, Spanish, or Italian. The tour ends inside the Alcazaba, so you can keep exploring and taking photos.

“Cristina was a very knowledgeable guide who kept things lighthearted as well as being very informative. Sadly it was our last night so we’re not able to take advantage of the list of restaurants, bars and places to visit that she provided. Hopefully will be of use for our next visit to Malaga.”

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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - Watching dolphins in open water
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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

2.Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,786 reviews · 1h 40m · from $22

Join Costasol Cruceros for a 100-minute catamaran cruise from Benalmádena. The New Magic offers shaded seating, a bar, restrooms, music, and underwater viewing windows. Your route follows dolphin activity and sea conditions, with a possible summer swim and a 50% return ticket discount if no dolphins or whales appear.

“A fantastic experience which is highly recommended and very much value for money. The crew were caring for everyone's welfare and could constantly be seen offering blankets if anyone was cold or feeling a bit sea sick. The experience itself was memory making. Having taken our three children with us, the experience just made fantastic memories for us as a family and we thoroughly enjoyed the two hours.”

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From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour - Meeting at Málaga Town Hall
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From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour

3.Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,117 reviews · from $74

Travel from Málaga to the rebuilt Caminito del Rey with a Spanish-English guide, stopping in Ardales before a 3.5-hour walk through the Gaitanes Gorge. Expect cliffside paths, a suspension bridge, striking views, and a well-organized return by coach.

“Our coordinator from MSE, Pedro, was very friendly and enthusiastic as a guide. Then the experience itself was PHENOMENAL - our park guide, Tina, was fantastic and passionate about telling us everything about Caminito.”

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From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip - Why pair Ronda with Setenil in one day?
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From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip

4.Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,072 reviews · 9 hours · from $65

Travel from central Malaga to two of Andalusia’s most unusual towns. You’ll tour Ronda’s old center, New Bridge, and bullring museum with a Spanish and English-speaking guide, then have time to explore Setenil de las Bodegas. Guides such as Antonio, Eduardo, and Carmen are praised for clear explanations and careful organization.

“An amazing and worthwhile day trip. Sentinel is a must see destination with an option to take a small ‘train’ to the Village centre. (Cash only, which caught us out) but only an easy 10 minute walk. The guided walking tour option was the best part of Ronda as we learnt and discovered so much more about the town and its bull fighting history. Highly recommend this tour!”

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Nerja: Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall - Starting at Burriana Beach
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Nerja: Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

5.Nerja: Guided Kayak Tour Nerja Cliffs and Maro Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,916 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $41

You’ll paddle a single or double kayak from Burriana Beach to Cascada de Maro with a Spanish or English-speaking guide. Expect beginner instruction, cliffside caves, a swim stop, clear water, and free GoPro photos. Guides such as Miguel, Isa, and Kike are praised for patient instruction and good local stories.

“super fun! Barbara was a good guide and made nice photo's/videos with a gopro! the pictures were uploaded very fast!”

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Malaga: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - The Red Route, Malaga’s best first ride
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Malaga: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

6.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,619 reviews · 1 day · from $32

Spend a day touring Malaga by open-top double-decker bus, using the Red, Blue, and Green routes to reach the beach, Alcazaba, Picasso’s birthplace, museums, and the port. Choose a basic 24-hour ticket or a package with museum entries, a walking tour, virtual reality, and flamenco.

“Some ol the audio outlets did not work. Had to switch seats several times.”

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From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour - The VR room and museum add useful context
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From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour

7.Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,187 reviews · 9 hours · from $81

Travel by comfortable coach from Málaga to Frigiliana, the Nerja Caves, and Nerja. English and Spanish guides such as Tania, Antonio, and Kevin lead the day, while a physical audioguide covers the caves. Expect whitewashed lanes, a 32-meter cave column, a VR presentation, and time to explore alone.

“Amazing!! The towns were delightful and the cave just unbelievable!! Kevin was a lovely, experienced and patient guide, as I was the last in the bus every time! 🙄 There was just enough tour time and individual, doing my own thing time. Thank you!”

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Malaga Wine & Tapas Small Group Guided Tour - Antigua Casa de Guardia and the taste of old Málaga
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Malaga Wine & Tapas Small Group Guided Tour

8.Malaga Wine & Tapas Small Group Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,972 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83Top rated

Join a guide such as Javi, Fernando, or Emilio for a 3.5-hour walk from Calle Larios to Plaza de la Merced. Taste barrel-aged Málaga wine, Iberian ham, classic Andalusian tapas, and modern local dishes in a group of no more than 13 people.

“Emilio toured us to 4 different restaurants/bars. He was a fantastic guide and never stopped talking. If you are staying in Malaga please do this tour early in your stay as Emilio will give you alot of information and recommendations.”

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From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Full-Day Tour - The coach ride from Málaga
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From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Full-Day Tour

9.Caminito del Rey Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,566 reviews · 7 hours · from $89

Join a Spanish or English-speaking guide from Málaga for a seven-hour trip to the Caminito del Rey. Walk along narrow paths up to 100 metres above the Guadalhorce River, hear stories from guides such as Ramón and Juan Carlos, and visit the Conde de Guadalhorce Dam.

“It was a great trip - we left Malaga at around 1:30pm, and returned at around 8/8:30pm. Our guide JJ was very knowledgeable and friendly - he was always smiling! The Caminito del Rey was superb - so picturesque and unlike anywhere I had seen before. It is well worth a visit!”

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Alcazaba Malaga Guided Tour - Reading the fortress walls and defensive doors
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Alcazaba Malaga Guided Tour

10.Alcazaba Malaga Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,457 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $21

Walk through Malaga’s Alcazaba with guides such as Salvador, Cristina, or Raul, learning how this Muslim fortress and palace worked. Expect about 80 to 90 minutes, uphill paths, fountains, gardens, city views, and time to explore on your own afterward.

“We did the late afternoon session and it was great. Raul was fantastic, full of energy and jokes. Would highly recommend this for sure.”

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From Malaga: Caminito del Rey/White Village Tour & Tapas - Meeting in Málaga without getting lost
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From Malaga: Caminito del Rey/White Village Tour & Tapas

11.Caminito del Rey/White Village Tour & Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,361 reviews · from $75

Travel from Málaga to Álora for a guided white-village walk, the Archaeological Museum, La Encarnación Church, and a tapas brunch with two drinks. Then walk Caminito del Rey with an official guide such as Ana, Chris, Daphne, or Luis. Expect a long, active day with striking gorge views.

“Beautiful walk. Long but lots of breaks and no different terrain.”

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Malaga: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk - Starting near Pedro Luis Alonso Gardens
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Malaga: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

12.Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,319 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $28

Ride through Malaga in a private electric tuk tuk with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. See Gibralfaro Castle, the Alcazaba, La Farola, La Malagueta Beach, and the Pompidou Museum, with photo stops and local advice from guides such as Carlos, Alberto, Anabel, and Juan Luis.

“WE LOVE CARLOS! So far, the highlight of our Spain trip. Do the two hours - you need it for this incredible city. Carlos is brilliant, funny, and patient with all our questions. He was so caring about my mother's comfort and ambulatory restrictions, and so knowledgeable. I loved his positive energy, his recommendations, and all the history. So many things to look up now after the tour! Cannot give enough stars! Sarah and Kitty”

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Fuengirola: Catamaran Tour to Spot Dolphins - Watching dolphins in open water
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Fuengirola: Catamaran Tour to Spot Dolphins

13.Fuengirola: Catamaran Tour to Spot Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,214 reviews · 2 hours · from $21

Join Fuengirola Sea Trips at gate 3 for a two-hour catamaran ride along the Costa del Sol. The crew searches for wild dolphins, usually seen on about 90 percent of trips, while you enjoy open-air decks, indoor seating, a bar, toilets, and coastal views.

“It was amazing and we were able to see the dolphins”

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Malaga Bike Tour - Old Town, Marina & Beach - Why a bike is useful in Malaga
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Malaga Bike Tour – Old Town, Marina & Beach

14.Malaga Bike Tour – Old Town, Marina & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,150 reviews · 3 hours · from $38

Ride through Malaga with an English or Dutch-speaking guide, stopping at the Atarazanas market, Picasso’s birthplace, Muelle Uno, the beach promenade, Gibralfaro viewpoints, and street-art areas. The route is flat, relaxed, and suited to all ages, with guides such as Jemelle, Jamal, Juan, and Julia adding local stories and practical tips.

“Jam was a great guide. Amazing overview of the city and its attractions/food/sites. Would go again. 10/10”

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Málaga: Wine & Tapas Tour - Stop one: regional wine and the Málaga tavern tradition
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Málaga: Wine & Tapas Tour

15.Wine & Tapas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,039 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $77

Walk Málaga with guides such as Fernando, Carmen, Emilio, and Javi, stopping at four local bars and restaurants for eight delicacies and four wine styles. Expect Iberian ham, vermouth, sherry, regional wine, city stories, and practical food tips in a small English-speaking group.

“The guide Emilio was 👌A fun couple of hours, well worth the money.”

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