About Basílica Nuestra Señora de la Victoria

Basilica of Santa Maria de la Victoria is one of the must-sees whenever you visit Malaga. Although from outside it may not appeal that much, once you enter this place your entire view of this church will change. It is the most beautiful Baroque churches in Andalusia. The architecture designs inside the church are filled with plaster decoration painted with gold accents. 

There are two chapels which come off the center. Apart from the designs inside what's remarkable is its rare paintings and sculptures which are noteworthy - Virgin of the Sorrows and the ‘Dolorosa’ by Pedro de Mena. You will also find a small museum in the basement of the church’s tower. The pantheon of this church is one of its kind and is considered very unique in Spain. And last but not least, the prime objective of visiting this church is to enter the crypt and the Heavenly Tower. There's a lot of history in this church which makes it a must-visit whenever you're in Malaga.

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How to reach

By Metro:

Metro 1,  Metro  2

 By Train: 

  C1,  C2 

By Bus: 

 1, 37

By Taxi:

It takes 2 minutes and costs 5.53 to 6.61 Euros

By walk:

It takes 11 minutes

Tips

  • You will find almost every language audioguides in the ticket price
  • You would have to walk from the center of town but the walk is truly worth it
  • To avoid the crowd start early and visit during weekdays
  • Remember some parts of the Basilica are only accessible by a guided tour
  • There's a small interesting museum that has several capes and other adornments for the statue
  • The crypt and tower should not be missed. There's also Madonna inside
  • Carry enough water with you
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • Don't walk out without sunscreen or hats, if it is during the day time

Visit Time

Sunday:              Closed
Monday:             Closed
Tuesday:            10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Wednesday:       10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Thursday:           10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Friday:                10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Saturday:            10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

Long ticket queues, which can be avoided if you buy tickets online

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adults: 

Cathedral:                                                     6 Euros

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                       10 Euros

Cathedral's roof:                                            6 Euros

Night visit to Cathedral's roof:                       10 Euros


Groups(15+):

Cathedral:                                                       4 Euros

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                         7 Euros

Cathedral's roof:                                             4 Euros

Night visit to Cathedral's roof:                       10 Euros


Seniors(65+):

Cathedral:                                                       5.50 Euros

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                          9 Euros

Cathedral's roof:                                             5.50 Euros

Night visit to Cathedral's roof:                        10 Euros


Juniors(13 to 17):                          

Cathedral:                                                        3 Euros

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                           6 Euros

Cathedral's roof:                                               3 Euros


Students(18 to 25):

Cathedral:                                                         4  Euros

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                            7 Euros

Cathedral's roof:                                               4  Euros


School (under 12, in a group):

Cathedral:                                                         2  Euros

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                            5 Euros

Cathedral's roof:                                               3  Euros


Residents:

Cathedral:                                                        Free

Cathedral + Cathedral's roof:                           -

Cathedral's roof:                                              3.50 Euros

Night visit to Cathedral's roof:                         10 Euros




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