El Palo Pedregalejo in Malaga

La Malagueta

La Malagueta is the most famous beach in Málaga and is around 1200 metres long. The proximity of La Malagueta to the historic centre of the capital is the reason why it is full of relaxed atmosphere and sunbathing tourists at almost any time of the year. A pleasant stroll along the promenade with bars and restaurants, elegantly crowned with palm trees.

🎭 Places of interest
Plaza de Toros de La Malagueta: Opened in 1874, the bullring offers space for around 9,000 spectators and impresses with its neo-Moorish architecture.
La Farola: This historic lighthouse from 1817 is a landmark of Málaga and offers a beautiful view of the harbour.
Centre Pompidou Málaga: A branch of the Paris Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, recognisable by its colourful glass structure.

🚶 Activities
In addition to sunbathing and swimming, the neighbourhood offers opportunities for walking along the promenade, jogging and cycling. The nearby harbour area of Muelle Uno invites you to shop and linger. La Malagueta combines beach fun with cultural experiences and culinary delights, making it an essential part of a visit to Málaga.

Pedregalejo

Pedregalejo is one of the most traditional fishing neighbourhoods in Málaga. On the beach you can see many old wooden fishing boats. These boats, together with the fact that there are no tall buildings nearby, add to the charm of Pedregalejo.1200m long, Pedregalejo beach offers a quieter and more traditional atmosphere than the busier urban beaches of Malaga such as La Malagueta. With its six small coves protected by breakwaters, it offers ideal conditions for swimming.
One of the main attractions of Pedregalejo is the large number of restaurants along the seafront promenade. Particularly recommended are the "espetos de sardinas" (sardine skewers), which are grilled directly on the beach on traditional boats. Some of the most famous restaurants in Pedregalejo are:

Miguelito El Cariñoso: This restaurant is known for its authentic Mediterranean cuisine and fresh seafood.
Restaurante El Caleño: A traditional fish restaurant known for its excellent "espetos" and the preparation of sardines on wooden skewers in traditional fishing boats (jábegas) right on the beach.
Restaurante Merlo: Another popular restaurant, known for its excellent "espetos de sardinas" and other fish dishes.

🚶 Activities
Stroll along the promenade: enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and watch the fishing boats.
Astilleros Nereo: One of the oldest shipyards in Spain, where traditional boats are restored. A must for maritime enthusiasts.
Baños del Carmen: A historic bathhouse from the 1920s, now a popular restaurant overlooking the sea. Especially recommended for sunset.

El Palo – A neighbourhood with its own heartbeat

El Palo is more than just a neighbourhood - it is an essential part of Málaga, even if it has its own rhythm. As the easternmost neighbourhood in Málaga, El Palo is located between the beach - where fishing boats are grouped together - and the San Antón mountain, on whose slopes some of the city's most exclusive houses are located. Here, the old fishermen's neighbourhood mixes with newer residential areas. The special atmosphere of El Palo is one of the reasons why visitors love it so much. There are cosy terraces everywhere, where you can enjoy the best of Malagasy cuisine at affordable prices. Thanks to its long fishing tradition, El Palo is also the perfect place to savour fresh fish in authentic surroundings.

🍽️ Gastronomy
El Palo is famous for its fish restaurants, especially the traditional espetos - grilled sardine skewers cooked directly on the beach. A well-known restaurant is "El Tintero", which is known for its unique way of ordering food: waiters present different dishes and guests choose spontaneously, while "El Pimpi Florida" is also very popular with locals