TURISTING AROUND MÁLAGA & ANDALUCÍA

From coastal cities to white villages and historic landmarks, southern Spain is made for road trips.
Here are our favourite routes depending on how much time you have — excluding the wedding day (that day, you’re ours 🙂). Whether you’re staying just a couple of days or turning this into a full Andalusian adventure, these itineraries are a perfect place to start.

2 Days: Málaga City & Nerja

Art, tapas, and the sea

Perfect if you’re short on time but want to experience the essentials.

Málaga

Wander through the historic city centre
Enjoy tapas, wine bars, and lively evenings
Visit museums, rooftop terraces, and city beaches

+ Nerja (≈ 1 hour from Málaga, and even closer if you’re staying in La Viñuela or Torre del Mar)

Charming coastal town with dramatic cliffs
The iconic Balcón de Europa overlooking the sea
Beautiful beaches and crystal-clear water

4 Days: Málaga, Ronda & Frigiliana (STAYING IN MALAGA)

White villages and mountain views

If you have a few extra days, add these places to your route, it takes you beyond the coast and into the heart of Andalusia, slower, scenic, and incredibly beautiful.

Ronda (≈ 1.5–2 hours from Málaga) You can also go down to Marbella from ronda on the way back.

One of Spain’s most dramatic towns
The iconic Puente Nuevo bridge over the El Tajo gorge
Historic streets, viewpoints, and nearby vineyards

+ Frigiliana+Nerja (≈ 1 hour from Málaga / close to Nerja)

One of the most beautiful white villages in Andalusia
Narrow streets, flowers, and artisan shops
Perfect for a slow afternoon wander and sunset views

This itinerary blends coast, countryside, and classic Andalusian charm.

7 Days: Málaga, Granada & Córdoba (+ some of the places mentioned before)

Unforgettable Andalusian history

If you’re turning the wedding into a full trip, this route lets you experience Andalusia at its richest — history, architecture, and unforgettable cities.

Granada

(≈ 1.5–2 hours from Málaga)

Home to the breathtaking Alhambra (book tickets well in advance)
Moorish architecture, the Albaicín neighbourhood, and views of the Sierra Nevada
Atmospheric evenings and traditional tapas

+ Córdoba

(≈ 2 hours from Málaga or Granada)

The extraordinary Mezquita–Catedral, one of Spain’s most impressive landmarks
Roman bridges, historic patios, and quiet old-town streets

Alternative option (Seville):
If you prefer a livelier city, you can swap Córdoba for Seville, vibrant, romantic, gorgeous and full of life (and yes, as a Malagueña I probably shouldn’t admit this… but it’s unfortunately true).: