What to do in Malaga with kids: top 10 family activities

Malaga and its surrounding area offer endless leisure activities and attractions for visitors of all ages: museums, mountain trails, picture-perfect beaches and ancient locations. Below is a list of the best things to do with kids in Malaga and the surrounding area.

Museums for kids in Malaga

Malaga is a great city for museums, even for its youngest visitors:

Museum of the Imagination

An ideal attractions for kids and also great for adults. With the fast pace of modern life, we sometimes forget to pause and just enjoy being excited. This interactive space converts kids into fairytale characters and adults into kids again thanks to numerous visual illusions and shadow play.

Malaga Interactive Music Museum (MIMMA)

Located in the historic centre of Malaga, it features a collection of almost 1000 musical instruments from different periods and cultures. But the most interesting thing is that it’s a really immersive experience, thanks to the use of multimedia and interactive and mechanical resources.

Oxo, Video Game Museum

Oxo is a space dedicated to digital entertainment culture and innovation. During the visit, gamers will experience an immersive 3D room, learn more about the history of video games, have a chance to play with historical devices and even try out the latest innovations in the industry. At the end of the tour, the whole family can enjoy a delicious rooftop dining experience with incredible views over the city of Malaga.

Nature for the whole family in Malaga

The sea or the mountains? Malaga offers you both options, allowing kids to get to know, experience and fully enjoy nature.

Caminito del Rey Trail

This thrilling walk along a walkway 105 metres above ground also offers spectacular views of the Gaitanes Gorge. Be careful! The activity is only for people aged 8 and over. At the end of the walk, take a refreshing dip in the Chorro Reservoir or enjoy a fun kayak trip.

Visit the Fuengirola Bioparc

This zoological park allows animals to live in a recreation of their natural habitat. During the tour you can visit four different areas of the planet: Madagascar, Equatorial Africa, Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific, viewing more than 200 species of exotic animals, such as the Nile crocodile, gorilla, giant Galapagos tortoises or the serval.

Water sports on the Costa del Sol beaches

One of the most fun things to do with kids in Malaga is to visit the beach for a family day out featuring play areas, football pitches, volleyball courts, diving platforms and schools to learn water sports.

A walk through the La Concepción Botanical-Historical Garden

The Finca de la Concepción is one of the most beautiful and important tropical and subtropical gardens in Spain, and also one of the most highly rated in Europe, offering themed trails and fun activities so that kids can discover botanical species from the five continents in a fun way.

Cultural activities with kids in Malaga

As a very old city, Malaga offers a journey through time with archaeological remains, castles, fortresses and other sites that will arouse your curiosity:

Gibralfaro Castle

Gibralfaro Castle is a splendid 14th-century fortress that rises 132 metres above sea level and was once the most impregnable stronghold in all of Al-Andalus, offering the most spectacular views of the city. The main courtyard allows visitors to immerse themselves in the history of the castle through the lives of its inhabitants.

Alcazaba of Malaga

The Alcazaba of Malaga is a fortress of huge historical significance, home to an impressive collection of crenellated walls, Barbican towers with arrow slits, and lush gardens with a magical atmosphere. A journey through history accompanied by magnificent views of the city, the port and the Mediterranean.

Roman Theatre

The Roman Theatre is one of the living symbols of Roman Hispania in the city, housing a modern interpretation centre which uses modern technology to help kids learn more about the life and customs of the time. They'll feel like stars in a scene from Gladiator!

Are there discounts available for kids in Malaga?

Yes, most museums and attractions offer reduced prices for kids.
What free things can you do with kids in Malaga?

Among the free things to do with kids are the Roman Theatre, the free sessions for kids at the Picasso Birthplace Museum or a visit to the Atarazanas Central Market.
Is there a tourist card for Malaga?

Yes! The Malaga Pass offers numerous benefits for visitors, such as fast-track entrance to museums, special prices at tourist attractions, and discounts at certain shops.
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