How to visit and what to see in Alcazaba de Málaga: schedules, prices

When you go to visit the city of Malaga, riding a Andalusia, you have to take note that climb to the Alcazaba It is one of your stages essential.

To get to historic center of Malaga, very close to the cathedral, you will discover the great architectural complex formed by the Roman Theatre, Alcazaba and, at the top of the hill, the Gibralfaro castle.

In a single space attached to the Alcazabilla street Several samples of the historical trajectory of Malaga are concentrated, from the time of the Phoenicians to the Christian era.

Curiosities history of the Alcazaba of Malaga

Thus, the Alcazaba It is a fortified enclosure with palatial buildings inside, which was built by Muslims in the 11th century in the space previously occupied by a Phoenician fortification.

This fortification It currently occupies less than half the space it did in its heyday.

At that time it had a large defensive network, with machicolations, towers and crenellated walls.

At the foot of the Alcazaba lies the Roman Theater of Malaga, Which was "discovered” not too long ago, just in 1951.

And at the top of the hill, the Gibralfaro castle, also built by Muslims in the 14th century with the purpose of defending the Alcazaba, with which it is joined by walls that go up the hill.

How to take the elevator to the Alcazaba in Malaga

To get to know this monument, it is recommended take the elevator to the Alcazaba in Malaga that you can take through an access that is on the street Guillen Sotelo, in front of the building Town hall.

This elevator takes you to the top of the monument where you will find a entrance to the Alcazaba, and once inside it, you will walk through its intricate walls going down to the main entrance, the of the Alcazabilla street located next to the aforementioned Roman Theatre.

What to see when visiting the Alcazaba of Malaga

La Alcazaba of Málaga It is a network of walls, with beautiful corners, like its palace with arches polylobed, coffered ceilings, and even a patio with its cistern.

Panoramic views of Malaga from Alcazaba

From this palace there is viewpoints that allow you to have very good panoramic views of Malaga.

As you go down the grounds of the Alcazaba, in addition to going through terrace gardens, you will find numerous defensive elements that are distributed along the zigzagging path.

In view of these elements you can imagine how impregnable this fortification was in its time.

And when you pass under the tower of the aforementioned main entrance door (in your case, exit), you will see the open area of ​​the Roman Theatre, which will close the circle of the diverse cultures that have shaped the history of the city of Malaga.

Visit schedules for the Alcazaba of Malaga

The Visiting hours of the Alcazaba of Malaga They are every day of the week, from April to October, from 9 a.m. to 2 o'clock, and from November to March, from 9 a.m. to 18 p.m.

Alcazaba of Malaga ticket prices

The entrance prices to visit the Alcazaba They are the normal rate, 3,50 euros, and the reduced rate, 0,60 euros, from which residents in Malaga, children from 6 to 16 years old, students, retirees and pensioners benefit.

If you also plan visit Gibralfaro Castle, you can benefit from a joint entry for 5,50 euros.

You must also keep in mind that on Sundays from 14 p.m. you can visit the Alcazaba of Malaga for free.

Photos Alcazaba of Malaga

Here you have more photos of the Alcazaba of Malaga, a prominent monument in the historic center of this Andalusian city.