5 Reasons Why You should go to Malaga in a Hire Car

Located in the south of Spain, Malaga is the capital of Costa del Sol and is referred to as the new Barcelona owing to its cultural importance. This cosmopolitan city is famous for being the hometown of renowned artist Pablo Picasso. With a sunny golden coast and many gorgeous buildings, museums, and a rich history, Malaga is a hidden gem of Spain.

If you want to explore Malaga, the best thing to do would be to rent a car. With so many unique and stunning places to check out in Malaga, your trip can become a lot more enjoyable if you have a car hire with you. There are many cars hire companies in Malaga, including Marbesol, Europcar, Centauro, Avis, SIXT, Wiber, Budget, Firefly, Delpaso, Hertz, and many others. You can easily compare car rental plans and offers as most of these car hire companies offer a wide variety of plans that will fit into anyone's budget. If you want a cheap car hire, you can do a car hire comparison before arriving in Malaga. Compare prices online to find the best deals.

Now that you have a hire car, here are the top five reasons you should visit Malaga.

1. Golden sandy beaches and fabulous weather

Malaga is famous for its golden sandy beaches and fabulous weather. And, you will be surprised to learn that there are a wide variety of beaches in Malaga. There are urban beaches near the city that let you indulge in fun water sports while taking in the hustle-bustle of the city. There are remote beaches also where you can relax away from the noises of the city. Check out the Playa el Palo, the Malagueta Beach, Torremolinos, Mijas Costa, and many others. 

2. Malaga's beautiful port

The beautiful port of Malaga is one of the oldest continually operated ports in Spain. In recent years, the port has undergone a stunning upgrade and modernization and saw the 'Palm Garden of Surprises.' This is the best place to take an evening stroll and watch some of the enormous cruise ships coming and going.

3. Visit the historic Alcazaba

This is one of the most important archaeological monuments of Malaga. The monument dates back to the time Andalusia was under Arabic rule, from the 8th to the 15th centuries. The Moorish rulers of southern Spain built Alcazaba over a Roman fort some time in the middle of the 8th century. This beautiful monument blends beautifully with the Spanish hillside of Malaga, and you get to explore a maze of secret courtyards, battlements, and open-air corridors that provide stunning views of the sea.

4. Malaga's Old Town

The old town of Malaga is a must-visit if you want to see tradition and modernity come together in the stunning architecture of this place. As you stroll up Calle Granada, you will find yourself getting lost in the charming winding streets through the town squares and going past El Pimpi, the most famous restaurant in Malaga.

5. Galleries

Malaga is home to some of the best galleries in southern Spain. The first stop should be to check out Plaza de la Merced, where Pablo Picasso was born. Check out Museo Picasso that houses over 200 of Picasso's works. There are dozens of other galleries, including the Pompidou Center. Having a hire car will help you explore all these galleries in no time.