How to go up and visit Castillo Gibralfaro (Málaga): schedules, prices

However little time you have to visit the city of Malaga, You go up to Gibralfaro Castle.

Furthermore, it is a essential visit which, in addition, I recommend that it be the first one you do on your tour of the historic center of Malaga as it will allow you to have a general vision of it.

From the walls of Castle of Gibralfaro you will have some spectacular panoramic views, not only of the city, but also, on clear days, of the Costa del Sol.

El Castle of Gibralfaro It is the fortification located at the top of the hill at the foot of which the Malaga city.

Curiosities about the history of the Castle

Their origins They date back to the time of the Phoenicians, when there was already an area with a lighthouse; hence the current name of the castle.

But in reality the current fortification was built by the Arabs in the 14th century, as a means to protect the nearby Alcazaba, in addition to housing troops.

In fact, Castle and Alcazaba of Málaga They are joined by a wall that extends along the slope of the hill, forming a monumental complex.

In subsequent centuries, the Castle It underwent successive renovations, disappearing a mosque and other buildings that were inside.

If you don't have a car, to go up it is best to take bus 35 that leaves from park walk.

What to see when visiting Gibralfaro Castle

As soon as you enter the premises of the Castle, the first thing you can do is visit your interpretation Center.

In it you have a Malaga model and the monumental complex that forms the Alcazaba and the castle, as well as a exhibition of weapons and military uniforms dating back to the 16th century.

The real visit of Gibralfaro Castle it's going to be a long walk along its walls, of which there are two lines.

On your visit you will tour the walk around the inner wallWhile exterior wall It is the one that zig-zags down the side of the hill until it communicates with the Alcazaba.

The castle has 8 towers, and the one known as Major Tower It is 17 meters high and is located in the upper part of the historic complex, in the same area where the aforementioned is located. interpretation Center.

Throughout it you will find excellent panoramic views of Malaga that will allow you to have a clear perspective of the city you are going to visit.

On this tour you will go up to towers and, finally, back at the exit, you will walk through the grounds that is inside the fortification.

Gibralfaro Castle visit schedules

The Visiting hours of the Gibralfaro Castle in Malaga They are, every day, from 9 a.m. to 20 p.m. in summer, and from 9 a.m. to 18 p.m. in winter, with last access 45 minutes before closing.

Gibralfaro Castle ticket prices

The ticket prices for visit Gibralfaro Castle It is 3,50 euros, the normal entrance; 5,50 euros per joint entry to also visit the Alcazaba; and 1,50 euros for a reduced ticket, which benefits, among others, children from 6 to 16 years old, students and retirees and pensioners.

You can also visit Gibralfaro Castle for free on Sundays from 14 p.m., until closing time.