After years of traveling, I’ve reached a conclusion. Whenever you are in a new city, get your bearings by taking a tour. This can be done in a variety of ways: walking tour, bus tour, or bike tour. That’s why I decided to get around Malaga on a bike city tour.
We LOVE biking, so to us, this is our natural default to practically anywhere we go. The thing is when traveling with young kids, not every tour company can accommodate us due to a lack of small bikes or kid seats, or simply not specializing in family tours with kids in their teen years.
Malaga Bike Tours offered all we needed. After talking to Kay, the owner, I knew that not only could they handle our needs, but she was also excited to do it because she’s expanding to do more family tours. It was a win-win situation.
Why Choose A Bike City Tour Of Malaga
Malaga, the capital of Costa Del Sol, is both a city and province in southern Spain. And, honestly speaking, the best way to explore this beautiful city and to see the best of this city in a fun and eco-friendly way is by biking.
A bike city tour of Malaga will let you explore the city at your own pace, avoiding traffic and crowds, and enjoying the fresh breeze of the Mediterranean Sea. When it comes to Spanish cities, Malaga stands out as one of the most bike-friendly places you’ll find. You’ll discover miles of designated cycle tracks, painted a vibrant red, all around the city.
Plus, there are plenty of bike parking zones to make your cycling experience even more convenient. And the best part? This city is wonderfully flat, so no need to worry about huffing and puffing up and down hills. Apart from that, depending on the tour you choose, see a bunch of landmarks, hidden gems, and local culture along the way.
Doing a City Bike Tour of Malaga, Costa Del Sol, Is Number One On the To-Do List
One huge recommendation: even though some companies do group tours, get a private tour. It will make all the difference when traveling in Andalusia. Kids get bored easily, hungry, and have a myriad of other reasons why they need to constantly stop and go.
Also, the normal tours usually range from four hours with kids, if we make it to two – two and a half, that’s a huge accomplishment.
Starting Point and First Stop: Malaga Center and Historic District
Our tour started at the store, which is right on the Marina and a great place to venture from. We first headed into the Malaga Center and the historic district area.
Malaga is full of amazing plazas, windy streets, and history. The Alcazaba (fortress) and Castillo (castle) are now standing on top of the Roman ruins of the original Roman Theater. The Alcazaba was built in the 11th century, and the castle 14th century. The Romans, however, originally discovered this city before Christ. Very little remains of the Roman ruins today – mainly the Roman Theater and more underground ruins.
Second Stop: The Islamic Heritage and Picasso’s Birthplace
What still stands in almost perfect condition are the Islamic buildings – the fortress and Castle. It is joked around that the Fortress Alcazada (in Arabic) of Malaga is the miniature preview for the main Alhambra built three centuries later in Granada.
Overall the Islamic nation and Arabs ruled the Iberian Peninsula for over eight centuries in total. And what’s a visit to Malaga without visiting the birthplace of Picasso? Interestingly enough, he only lived in Malaga for 13 years. And in Spain until 19. He spent over 70 of his years in France due to Franco’s dictatorship. He always said he would return once Franco was gone. But he died before Franco died.
Snack Break: Atarazanas Market
For our snack break, even though it was a two-hour tour, my boys got super hungry, and our lovely guide took us to Atarazanas Market, the main central market of Malaga.
Fourth Stop: Constitution Plaza and New Year Traditions
Constitution Plaza is where the New Year Celebrations take place, and with all things Spain, there are tons of traditions that revolve around this as well. The most fun one is the importance of wine and grapes.
So, right as the clock is about to tick twelve, the last 12 seconds are meant for people to start shoving grapes into their mouths – 12 for each month to bring luck to each month. Since it’s practically impossible and dangerous to put in so many grapes so quickly, they have modified the time to make it longer, so that everyone is guaranteed to have good luck in the new year.
Fifth Stop: Malaga’s Bull Ring and Matador Culture
Spain’s Matador culture is still super vibrant. Most of the regular bullfights happen in other parts of the country, but Malaga’s Bull Ring is still active two times per year. It’s free to enter to see it (when no bullfights are going on), and, in my opinion, it is a great idea of what this is about without watching the killings.
Final Stop: The Port and the Mediterranean Sea
Our tour took us through the parks and unto the port where you can see the Mediterranean Sea and enjoy the liveness of the place which is full of restaurants, cafes, and shops.
In the two hours, we learned about the city, got an in-depth look at what we wanted to really experience and dive further into, plus some good tips on what to do and what to see.
Information about Malaga Bike Tours
Phone: (+34) 606 978 513
Address: C/ Trinidad Grund, 4 (Pasaje Talavera, 3) 50 meters from the Plaza de la Marina
- Malaga Bike Tours was founded in May 2008 by Kay Farrell.
- Kay Farrell was born and raised in England. She later lived in Toronto, Canada for twenty years but now calls Spain home.
- This is the original company for sightseeing bicycle tours in the city of Malaga.
Tours
- Tours run every day at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- Reservations are necessary
- The cost of the approximately four-hour tour is 25 €.
- The minimum group size is 2 people
- It includes a complimentary typical malagueño drink.
- The meeting point is in the Plaza de la Marina, next to the main tourist office.
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Making the Most Out of Your Bike Tour: Pro Tips!
Be flexible and adaptable
Bike touring is not a race, it’s a journey. Don’t stress too much about your schedule, your mileage, or your destination. Be open to changes, surprises, and detours. You might discover a hidden gem, meet a friendly local, or find a better place to camp. Enjoy the ride and the scenery, and don’t be afraid to stop and smell the roses.
Stay safe and healthy
Bike touring can obviously be challenging but also profitable. To avoid injuries, accidents, or illnesses, make sure to follow some basic rules. Wear a helmet, use lights and reflectors, obey traffic laws, and lock your bike when you leave it at the side of the road. Drink plenty of water, eat well, and rest when you really need to. Carry a first aid kit, a repair kit, and some spare parts. And don’t forget to apply sunscreen, insect repellent, and anti-chafing cream to avoid sun tan.
Conclusion – The Bottom Line!
Overall, Malaga is a stunning city. You can do a lot of enjoyable stuff there. And you won’t get bored in this city, I promise, with its mouthwatering food, opulent accommodations, and extensive city bike tours. I had a great time in Spain City and learned a lot from it. To get the most out of your trip, I suggest going to Malaga and taking the city bike tour.
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Last Updated on June 28, 2025
