What to see, do, and visit in Málaga and its surroundings with your car
Málaga Airport
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is located about 20 minutes from the city center, which you can reach by taking the N-348 road and then the MA-21. This airport has three terminals receiving flights from Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Palermo, Rome-Fiumicino, or Milan-Bergamo, among other places. If you are looking for an economical vacation, don't worry, as budget airline companies operate here.
Car rental at Málaga Airport
Did you know that Málaga averages 300 days of sunshine a year? It's only logical that its coastline is named Costa del Sol! The best option to explore this Andalusian province at your own pace is car rental at Málaga Airport. With car rental at Málaga Airport, you can tour the south of Andalusia with total freedom, setting your own travel rhythm.
On your trip through Málaga with your rental car, you must not miss visiting the mythical and bustling Larios Street, which connects the promenade and the historic center. Most Holy Week processions take place along it, and it is illuminated with hundreds of lights during the city fair. Taking a walk through Málaga's old town and visiting the Cathedral, the Roman Theater, and the Alcazaba are other plans we recommend.
On your road trip through Málaga with your rental car, do not miss climbing Gibralfaro Castle, an ancient fortification offering panoramic views of the city, eating its typical dish—grilled sardine skewers (espeto de sardinas asadas)—in one of its beach bars (chiringuitos), and ending the day with a refreshing swim at Malagueta Beach.
Now that you know what to see on the Costa del Sol, book your car rental at Málaga Airport now!
Tourist information of Málaga
The city of Málaga is the sixth most populous in Spain and also one of the oldest in all of Europe. It is a city highly appreciated and visited by Spaniards, Europeans, and people from all over the world, who sometimes even choose it as a place of residence. In this sense, it can be said that Málaga experienced its tourist boom in the 1960s and 1970s. The capital of the Costa del Sol is usually a starting point to experience the magic, art, and beautiful places of southern Spain. Renting a car in Málaga can lead you to discover this dreamland.
It is also a perfect place to enjoy an extensive recipe book. Experts in Málaga cuisine highlight the great flavor, richness, and variety of its dishes, while showcasing the simplicity of the ingredients normally used. Rent a car in Málaga and come experience another example of the Mediterranean diet, so famous for its healthy qualities and fantastic taste. Noteworthy among these ingredients are legumes, vegetables, meats, fish, and fruits, especially Málaga olive oil, a product that has reached the highest levels of quality in production and results. Gazpacho, ajoblanco (cold almond soup), or almond soup are good examples of these natural delicacies.
We must also highlight how pleasant it is to travel with your rental car through a city with this climate. The weather in Málaga is mild both in summer due to its proximity to the sea and in winter, with very mild minimum temperatures. The climate and hours of sunshine in Málaga are another attraction enjoyed for many years by its visitors and locals.
From Centauro Rent a Car, we offer you the cheap rental car that will allow you to enjoy this fantastic city and its surrounding territories.
Beaches and coves of Málaga
You only need to rent a cheap car in Málaga to reach the fantastic beaches offered by this capital and its surroundings. Clear waters, soft sands, and great variety to suit visitors' needs: you can find everything from the quietest coves and beaches to the liveliest and busiest ones. Marine variety, water sports, nudism... every visitor finds their ideal paradise. Additionally, many of these beaches are equipped to welcome visitors with reduced mobility.
The Málaga Fair
The Málaga August Fair commemorates the capture of the city by the Catholic Monarchs in 1479. Starting with the traditional opening speech and fireworks, 8 days of festivities unfold, attended each year by more than six million people. During these dates, all kinds of renowned artists and bullfighters gather in the city, turning Málaga into the nerve center of the Costa del Sol. Get a cheap rental car at Málaga Airport and don't miss the pilgrimage, carriages, horse riders, the Sanctuary of Victory, and the tapas, wines, and dances waiting for you in the fair booths (casetas).
Golf courses in Málaga
At Centauro Rent a Car, we have compiled a list of golf courses for you to practice your swing in the province of Málaga. Alhaurín Golf, La Zagaleta, Baviera Golf, Santana Golf Club, Lauro Golf, Antequera Golf, Aloha Golf, Añoreta Golf, El Chaparral, Estepona Golf, Finca Cortesín, Flamingos Golf Club, Guadalhorce Golf Club, Real Club Golf Guadalmina, La Quinta Golf, La Cala Golf, Los Arqueros Golf, Los Naranjos Golf, Marbella Golf, Mijas Golf, Miraflores Golf Club, Santa Clara Golf Club, and Santa Maria Golf are some courses you can visit with your rental car.
Málaga CF
If you are a football fan, you can take advantage of your rental car to stop by La Rosaleda, the stadium of Málaga CF, and watch a match in the competitive and interesting Spanish football league. The great passion for football can be savored in the different clubs of each city. Furthermore, right inside the stadium, you can visit the club's museum and check out the best moments of this team and Málaga football over its 100-plus years of history. Step down onto the pitch and feel like one of the players of this immensely popular sport in Spain.
Road trips in Málaga
The cultural offerings in Málaga are also rich and varied. For example, the Spanish Film Festival is held here, bringing together the cream of Spain's seventh art. Furthermore, we can travel through history via its architecture. If we start from Larios Street, we will be right in the historic center and can spot the imposing Cathedral of La Manquita, which is considered one of the 10 most famous sacred monuments in Spanish territory. It is also worth noting that we are in the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. We can visit his birthplace, located in one of the busiest spots in the city, Plaza de la Merced in the historic center. Without a doubt, renting a car in Málaga is the best option to visit all these places.
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