Location: Malaga
Top Things to do in Malaga
Things to do in Malaga, Andalucia: The Best Art Museums
Malaga is one of the oldest cities in the world, founded in the 8th century by the Phoenicians. Today, art is everywhere-- you can experience exhibits dedicated to glass and crystal, classic cars, contemporary installations, and, of course, the works of Picasso, who was born here. Wander past banana trees and beautiful fountains as you walk through Paseo del Parque, then hit the old city to quench your thirst at a Spanish tavern.
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1. Cac Malaga
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4.5 based on 844 reviews
CAC Málaga, Contemporary Art Center of Malaga, is a revolutionary initiative from the City Council unifies private and public administration for the first time in Spain. CAC Málaga, which is characterised by its dynamism, the reflection and divulging of contemporary ideas, has an international agenda and exhibits international artists. It's one of the main Contemporary Art Centres not only in Spain but also within the internacional scene
Reviewed By RhinoLondon_England - Ottery St. Mary, United Kingdom
Free to enter and slightly off the main tourist trail, the art gallery looks less than impressive from the outside but is quite striking form within with a very large gallery space displaying special exhibitions and a more limited range of other works. The special exhibition in march 2020 was Carlos Leon’s Tomando Distancia - Keeping One’s Distance – quite appropriate for the outbreak of COVID-19!
2. Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares
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4.5 based on 289 reviews
Reviewed By Floridge - Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom
Look no further, this is the museum to visit. Housed in a beautiful former coaching inn, its full of character and atmosphere, with a sense of discovery as you explore the exhibits relating to local customs and rural history Very reasonable entrance fee, and a lovely cool courtyard to relax in. Coffee shops just outside in the square.
3. Museo Carmen Thyssen Malaga
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4.5 based on 2,245 reviews
Reviewed By finman66 - New York, United States
Very glad we got to visit this jewel box of a museum. They've got an excellent permanent collection, and a really great special exhibition.
4. Museum Jorge Rando
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4.5 based on 218 reviews
The Museum Jorge Rando, which is dedicated to the painter of the same name, is an institution which houses the works of this artist from Málaga and whose mission will focus on the study, research, knowledge and dissemination of expressionism, in the broadest sense of the phrase, from the final decades of the19th century to the present. It was inaugurated at the beginning of June.
Reviewed By H-Abelson
interesting surprise that this little Gratis museum is dedicated to the famous Spanish artist Jorge Rando, a-contemporary neo-impressionist painter betrothed humanitarian inspire. The site is fascinating, in a wing of a former convent near the tourist center, reccommended!
5. Museo de Malaga
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4.5 based on 788 reviews
Reviewed By Sean086 - Dublin, Ireland
We returned to Malaga for our third time in 4 years, and having seen the "usual" sights were looking for something new. In our wanderings we happened on the Museo de Malaga in a very imposing building overlooking the park and the Port. The exterior does not really give a clue to the treasures of history to be found inside. From the History of Malaga to the Archaeology from the Phoenicians, to the Romans and beyond, and a wonderful Art exhibition...its all there. We are not history buffs, but found the scope and presentation of the exhibits superb. All of this can be topped off with avisit to the rooftop restaurant , and Bar which is welcoming and informal, and with beautiful views of the Gibralfaro and the Roman Amphitheatre.... .Put Museo de Malaga on your list....AND ITS FREE ADMISSION for EU citizens!!!
6. Coleccion del Museo Ruso
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4.5 based on 686 reviews
The Russian State Museum Collection St. Petersburg / Malaga, in a centre equipped to become a reference point for Russian culture in West Europe. The space host a series of long-term exhibitions, updated each year, tracing the complex and fascinating history of Russian art and its ever-changing relationship with European culture. In parallel, successive temporary exhibitions will round off the centre's programme. The Museum's facilities enable the venue to offer a monthly programme comprising talks, lms, literary readings, classical music and folklore, turning the museum's branch in Malaga into a genuine window onto the cultural soul of Russia.
Reviewed By VivO2812 - London, United Kingdom
I have recently moved to Malaga an am working my way round the many museums and art galleries. It is pretty easy to get to by bus or walking along the seaside and definitely worth the extra effort. The temporary exhibition, “Saints, Princesses and Workers” was fascinating - every painting featuring a woman in an extensive display of paintings and objects d’art from the 12th century through to the 20th century. The gallery itself is really big and there is plenty of space to look at the art in a relaxed and spacious environment, which is a pleasant change from some of the other galleries in Malaga. There are audio guides in English, as well as English translations on all exhibits, a coffee shop with good coffee, and very helpful and friendly staff. I didn't realise the extent of the exhibitions and didn't allow enough time so rushed the last few galleries - I will have to go back but at 1,35 bus fare and 8 euros entrance it will be worth it.
7. Museo Picasso Malaga
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4.0 based on 8,208 reviews
Reviewed By lonsun2015 - London, United Kingdom
brilliant museum, just the right size, loved the way it shows you how Picasso's style progressed through his life, and I learnt a lot about his interest in form. really informative audioguide. really impressed with this museum.
8. MUPAM Museo del Patrimonio Municipal
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4.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Neatham
Apart from the usual pots and paintings, this museum has plasticine models of the most important events in Malaga's 19th Century history. The models are wonderfully detailed and carefully explained. There's also a very interesting multimedia exhibit that shows you Malaga's history in sound and image superimposed over a relief plan of the town. The staff in this museum are very helpful, including the front desk and all the staff on each floor. I have rarely enjoyed such an interesting town museum.
9. Museo de Bellas Artes
10. Fundacion Picasso - Museo Natal
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3.5 based on 727 reviews
The building where Pablo Picasso was born in 1881 and lived until 1884 houses works and personal belongings of the artist and his family. A specialized library and an on-going program of temporary exhibitions and cultural activities complement the offer of Picasso's Birthplace Museum.
Reviewed By DCHPORTVENDRES - Clogheen, Ireland
Malaga is the birthplace of Antonio Banderas and it is also where Picasso was born. This pub quiz trivia gave my day trip to the city from the Costa del Concrete a firm focus and an objective- Pablo Picasso. His spirit is almost tangible as one roams around city. For many, visiting the exact spot where one of the greatest artists of the 20th century was born is obviously going to be a highlight any trip to Andalusia. Plaza de la Merced is certainly one of the prettiest squares in central Malaga, spacious, well maintained and with lots of public seating enabling one to admire the splendid architecture of the surrounding buildings. House number fifteen is where the Maestro was born and in 1998 the historic building was taken over by the Picasso Foundation and officially opened by the King and Queen. Since then it has become an important research centre and a fitting monument to his life and achievements and it remains the Foundation headquarters. It contains a small shop where bits and bobs about his life can be purchased including quality prints of probably his finest work, the powerfully evocative Guernica. A lovely area to hang out in, enjoy a glass of Fino and some olives and remember what Pablo himself said "We don't grow older, we grow riper". Enjoy, Salud.
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