# Málaga in 3 days: day by day

> Three days in Málaga bring city, mountains and sea. Day one is the old town with the Alcazaba, cathedral and Picasso Museum. Day two is Ronda and its bridge over the gorge. Day three heads an hour east to Nerja: caves of giant stalactites in the morning, the Balcón de Europa terrace by day and a swim in a cove below the cliffs in the afternoon.

Web page: https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/in-3-days

## Day 1

1. [Alcazaba](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/alcazaba-malaga.md) — YesGo score 44/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 15 min · Paid
   ↓ 4 min on foot
2. [Picasso Museum](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/picasso-museum-malaga.md) — YesGo score 36/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 45 min · Paid
   Lunch break, about 1 h
   ↓ 4 min on foot
3. [Málaga Cathedral](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/malaga-cathedral.md) — YesGo score 41/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h · Paid

Total with walks: 5 h 8 min

## Day 2

1. [Ronda](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/ronda.md) — YesGo score 40/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 5 h · Free

Total with walks: 5 h

## Day 3

1. [Nerja](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/nerja.md) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 5 h · Free; caves paid

Total with walks: 5 h

## How the three days work

The first two days follow the 2-day plan: the old town on foot and a trip to Ronda. Day three heads east along the coast to Nerja, about an hour by bus.

In Nerja, start with the caves while they're quieter, then head into town and walk to the Balcón de Europa. After lunch, try Burriana beach or the coves near the centre, and if you have energy left, take a short trip up to the white village of Frigiliana for sunset.

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## Where to eat

On Burriana beach in Nerja, paella is cooked in giant pans, and fish restaurants line the coves. By the Balcón de Europa you'll find ice-cream cafés and terraces facing the sea.

In Málaga and Ronda, follow the earlier days: the Atarazanas market, espetos on the beach and Ronda's mountain cooking. Old town tapas bars in Málaga stay open late, so dinner works even after a long day out.

## Tips for three days

Book timed tickets for the Caves of Nerja online. The caves stay around 20 °C all year, so pack a layer, plus a swimsuit and sunscreen for the beach.

For variety, swap day three: Marbella's white old town and harbour instead of Nerja, or the Caminito del Rey walkway if you managed to get tickets.

## If you have more time

With a fourth day, visit [Mijas](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/mijas) and its white lanes above the coast and [Benalmádena](https://yesgo.io/spain/malaga/benalmadena) with its stupa and cable car.

## Tips

- The Caves of Nerja in the morning.
- Bring a swimsuit.
- A layer for the caves.
- Book tickets online.
- Spain uses the euro. Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere. Book the Sagrada Família, Park Güell and the Gaudí houses ahead on their official sites, which list entry times and closing days.

## Questions

### What can you see in Málaga in 3 days?

The old town, Ronda and Nerja with its caves and seaside terrace.

### How do I get from Málaga to Nerja?

By bus in 1–1.5 hours or by car in 50 minutes.

### Can I swap Nerja for something else?

Yes, for Marbella or the Caminito del Rey.

### Does this plan suit children?

Yes, especially Nerja's caves and beaches.

### How do I pay in Málaga?

Spain uses the euro. Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere. Book the Sagrada Família, Park Güell and the Gaudí houses ahead on their official sites, which list entry times and closing days.

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