About Malaga Cathedral

Malaga´s Cathedral originally named  La Manquita was never completed. It was built near the Almohad mosque, however, originally the plan was to build two towers which were Baroque-style cathedrals but unfortunately due to insufficient funds in Granada only one was actually finished. 

The exquisite architecture, the interiors, choir stalls, with their multiple carvings were all especially taken care of by Pedro de Mena, then the Granadino sculptor and the architect who designed the façade of Granada’s Cathedral has really justified their work. The real beauty of this cathedral is to reach the rooftop, in spite of a lot of steps, it's worth it as you get panoramic views of Malaga city.

Must See

  • Palacio Episcopal
  • Palacio Zea Salvatierra
  • Uvedoble Taberna
  • Cámara Oficial de Comercio, Industria y Navegación de la Provincia de Málaga
  • Hotel by Marriott Malaga Palacio

How to reach

By Metro: 

Metro  1, Metro  2 

By Train:   

C1,   C-2  

By Bus:

11, 16, 25, 4, 5

By Taxi:

It takes 2 minutes and costs 6.01 to 7.21 Euros

By Walk:

9 minutes

Tips

  • There are around 200 steps that separate you from the rooftop terraces, hence the visits are not recommended to people with respiratory difficulties, reduced mobility, pregnant women, babies and those who suffer from claustrophobia and vertigo
  • Don’t miss the views of the city from the Malaga Cathedral rooftops
  • You can book a table at one of the bars on the Plaza del Obispo towards the end of the day and watch the main façade of Malaga Cathedral glow golden in the fading light
  • If you are looking for a free visit, go on Sundays between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
  • If you’re on a holiday in Malaga at Christmas, don’t miss the Cathedral concert – but start queuing early to be sure of a seat
  • Please don't forget to carry water with you
  • Wear comfortable shoes

Visit Time

Sunday:              Closed 
Monday:             10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..
Tuesday:            10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday:       10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday:           10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday:                10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..
Saturday:            10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Closed: Sundays and Holidays

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Waiting Time

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

 

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Entrance Fee

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The entrance to the Cathedral and museum:  5 Euros
Reduced rate:                                                  2  Euros
Children:                                                          0.60 Euros
Group rate:                                                       3  Euros 

 Contact Tel: +34 952 215 917 to book in advance

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Few Clouds 16.52°C

 

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