Every year on the same date, 27 September, Malaga celebrates International Tourism Day. On this day the city celebrates open doors and free guided tours in its museums and monuments.
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World Tourism Day in Malaga
In the historic centre of Malaga
In Malaga we are in luck during World Tourism Day, as the city has a large number of museums in its old town.
We can discover them comfortably strolling through the charming streets and squares. And afterwards drop into a terrace and watch life go by.
Map of Museums in Malaga
- If you want to prepare your visit in advance, in this article we present you the best museums in Malaga: Such as the Thyssen Museum, the Picasso Museum, or the Museum of Contemporary Art to name just a few.
- But there are many more. Some of them very curious like the Interactive Museum of Music, the Wine Museum or the Museum of Glass and Crystal, the Museum of Imagination or the National Museum of Air Transport.
- There is also the Malaga Museum, the Alborania Museum or the Automobile Museum. And Malaga also has its own version of the Centre Pompidou.
As you can see, there is a wide range of museums on offer. You surely will find something that interests you. In our article about the best museums in Malaga you will also find all the related information, opening hours and location.
- In addition to the museums themselves, you can also visit other interesting locations: Such as the English Cemetery or the historic Botanical Garden La Concepción.
- And last but not least, there are also open doors at the great monumental spaces of Malaga: Such as the Alcazaba and the Castle of Gibralfaro or the Roman Theatre and its Interpretation Centre.
Most of these sites not only open their doors free of charge to visitors. They also offer guided tours in different languages throughout the day.
World Tourism Day in the province of Malaga
The different municipalities in the province are also organising activities. There are guided tours of museums, old quarters and sites of special interest.
Torremolinos
Torremolinos commemorates World Tourism Day with free access to the Molino de Inca Botanical Garden.
Visitors can enjoy these beautiful installations free of charge from 10 am to 6 pm. There is an OR code available containing the audio guides, also available in sign language, with all the information.
On the official website Tourism Torremolinos you can find different tourist routes and audio guides of the heritage sites. You can also find the opening hours for free access to sites in the municipality such as the Casa de los Navajas.
Marbella
Marbella will celebrate World Tourism Day with two free concerts.
One concert will take place in Marbella’s Plaza de San Bernabé, at 8.30 pm. By candlelight a string quartet will perform a tribute to Abba.
The other, a Flamenco performance, will take place on Avenida Marqués del Duero in San Pedro Alcántara, at 9 pm.
Seating is limited. Free tickets (up to a maximum of two per person) can be picked up at the Tourist Office at Plaza de los Naranjos.
Rincón de la Victoria
Rincon de la Victoria on the eastern Costa del Sol celebrates International Tourism Day from 27th to 29th September with activities for all ages.
27 October
- Free entrance and guided tours to the Cueva del Tesoro, the Cueva de la Victoria and Villa Antiopa. Tickets for the Cueva del Tesoro and Villa Antiopa can be purchased at the official website. Tickets for the Cueva de la Victoria must be requested at this email.
- At 7 pm at the Plaza Al Ándaluz international gastronomic event with performances by pop rock groups.
- During this weekend the tourist train will have a reduced price of 3 €.
Antequera
Antequera is a historical and cultural gem. The city offers a wide range of activities and events on 21, 22, 25, 27 and 28 September to commemorate World Tourism Day.
- Tasting of the world’s largest Bienmesabe (typical sweet) on the 21st from 5.30 pm onwards. There will be bar service and music from 12 to 2 am at the Paseo Real.
- Flamenco Dance on the 22nd at 20 h in the Coso Viejo.
- Free guided tours on Friday 27th through the city centre and the historic quarter, the City Museum, the Alcazaba and the old Collegiate Church of Santa María. Start from the Museum at 10:30 am with an estimated duration of 3 hours. Reservations on 951 700 737 and 689 006 502.
- Guided route through El Torcal: If you are a nature lover, the Torcal Alto will surprise you with its impressive landscapes.
- Visits to the Dolmens: The guided visit to the Dolmens of Menga and Viera is an experience that will transport you to ancient times.
- Full programme
Álora
Free guided tours of the monuments of Alora between 23 and 27 September 2024. Prior registration at the museum.
In addition, among all visits to the Municipal Museum Rafael Lería between 23 and 27 September, there will be a prize draw. You can win tickets to the Caminito del Rey and a set of products of the brand Álora Mucho Gusto.
- More information on the official website of Álora Tourism.
Benalmádena
Benalmádena commemorates World Tourism Day with guided tours of Benalmádena and a celebration outside El Bil Bil Castle.
The Tourism Party with live music will take place from 3 pm to 11 pm.
There will be two guided tours in Spanish and English: One through Benalmádena Costa (meeting point at El Bil Bil Castle at 11 am). And a second one from Benalmádena Pueblo (meeting point at the Stupa at 5 pm).
- Bookings through turismo@benalmadena.es.
In addition, through the promotional code #DiaTurismo24, you can get discounts on tickets to major monuments and leisure parks in Benalmádena: Such as Sea Costa Sol Cruceros, CitySightseeing, Selwo Marina or the Cable Car and Colomares Castle.
Did you know that…?
• Malaga is the Spanish city with the most museums in its old town.
• Malaga, together with Gothenburg, has been awarded in 2020 as smarttourismcapital of Europe.
This award is given to European tourist destinations with outstanding performances: Sustainability, Digitisation of Information, Accessibility and Heritage and Creativity.
More information at the official smart cities website.
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