Private tour in Malaga Maike A

Malaga Highlights Half Day Walking Private Tour

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Maike A.

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Hello from Malaga! Thank you very much for visiting my profile, it is a pleasure to accompany you through our region! I came to Spain when I was a child and have been living continuously in Andalusia for more than 35 years. Curious as I am, from the beginning I explored the different provinces of this fascinating region and I continue to closely follow all the changes and developments in this fascinating community. In my younger years, I studied business, worked in fashion and hospitality, and for many years I combined my work as a guide with audiovisual productions as a location scout, thanks to my extensive knowledge of the region. In the last 10 years, however, I have focused mainly on private travelers. After many years of leading groups as a guide and tour leader, I prefer to show our region in a more personalized way, trying above all to avoid the overcrowding that is so common today. Of course, there are top tourist attractions where you'll always find many other visitors, but I know perfectly well how to avoid the crowds. However, there are still less-visited places where you can discover authenticity and traditions. All my published tours have high ratings, but there are still many places I'd love to suggest, on a tour completely tailored to your preferences. Of course, there are tours that are always highly sought after, such as the Alhambra in Granada, Ronda, and of course our city of Malaga, which in recent years has become one of the most popular destinations. But don't forget that there are many more possibilities. I'd be delighted to suggest the most suitable option for your interests, adapted to your family (especially when several generations are traveling together). Don't hesitate to contact me for your stay in our region! Guia de Turismo Junta de Andalucía, Registro de Turismo de Andalucía: RTA nº 646 (Official Tour Guide of the Andalusian Government, Andalusian Tourism Registration License nº 646) Member of CEFAPIT - Guias de España Licensed Guide to: Alhambra, Granada UGR University of Granada MOOC: The Alhambra: History, Art and Heritage Seville Real Alcazar & Cathedral Museum Picasso, Malaga, Carmen Thyssen Museum, Malaga Automobile Museum, Malaga Centre Pompidou Museum, Malaga Museum Joaquin Peinado, Ronda Ronda Marbella Mijas Nerja Caves * My courtesy vehicle is a Mercedes GLC SUV (2018), comfortable for up to 3 travelers (or for 4 if you are a family and wish to use the central seat in the rear row). For all Shore excursions and tours for more than 3 pax I use a local provider for vehicles of all sizes. (Minivan, minibus and can arrange a bus for larger groups.) If you have a rental car at your disposal we can agree the use of it or a meeting place at a convenient place. **** Alhambra in Granada sells out quickly! Please make sure to contact me with sufficent time in advance! 3 months prior to the date of your visit is recommendable.

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Overview of your Malaga tour

Malaga is an undiscovered gem, a top ten destination in Spain and one of the best European cities to live in, thanks to its unique atmosphere and charm. Despite its many virtues, Malaga is still surprisingly overlooked by many travelers. Did you know that one of its famous sons, Ibn Ben Gabirol, referred to Malaga as the "City of Paradise" over 10 centuries ago? Join me on a walking tour through the former Jewish district to learn more about this fascinating historical figure. We will also delve into the life of the most influential artist of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso, who was born in Malaga. You'll discover the landmarks of ancient civilizations that are preserved as a Monumental Site in the historical center, making it a real open-air museum. No visit to Malaga is complete without trying its famous sweet wine or indulging in some delicious Malaga ice cream, the perfect way to end our journey through this beautiful city.

Recent Reviews

Steven B.United States
February 2026

We took a 3 hour walking tour of Malaga with our guide Maike! Maike was an excellent tour guide & a wealth of knowledge! Maike took us all around explaining history, great restaurant recommendations, the history of the port & many other wonderful topics about Malaga! We had a wonderful experience & I highly recommend Maike as a tour guide!

Suzie B.United States
November 2025

Maine was an excellent guide. She was so knowledgeable about all the details of the city. We appreciated her thoroughness and enjoyed her company. I highly recommend her to anyone wanting to learn about Malaga!

Leah R.United States
October 2025

This was our second tour with Maike - first was in Ronda in 2023 - and it was great! Maike has an excellent historical knowledge of Malaga and takes her time to stop and explain what you are seeing. We especially like that she gives us each an earpiece to wear so that we can hear her talking even if we are not right next to her - this is helpful for my husband who is hard of hearing. This tour gave us a nice overview of the key cultural and historical sights in the historic district of Malaga. Maike's English is great and she is open to customizing the tour to reflect your interests. I would highly recommend her tours.

Henry M.United States
July 2025

We had a wonderful tour with Maike. She was friendly and personalized our tour, making it exactly what we asked for and more! Highly recommend.

Glen B.United States
June 2025

Maike covered a lot of ground on our tour of Malaga. We got a great in-depth look at the city, which has a lot to offer. We'd overlooked Malaga on previous trips to Spain, but Maike did a nice job covering long past and recent history of Malaga, covering food, architecture, and history in-depth.

Barbara L.United States
April 2025

Maike was a wonderful tour guide! Her tour was well organized and filled with fascinating information about Malaga - a city she obviously loves! Her excitement was infectious and left us wishing we had more time to spend in this beautiful city. We will be back!

Your Malaga tour itinerary

This tour is flexible to your interests and you can decide what you wish to include during the 3 hours tour. 9. 30 meeting (hotel or accommodation in City Centre/Tourist Office/ End point shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers) 10 visit local market (*interior only on labour days in the morning), historical centre and Main Street Calle Larios 10. 45 see Cathedral (optional interior, admissions not included) 11. 30 see Roman Theatre 11.45 see Alcazaba (optional interior, admissions not included - elevator not available 2025) 12. 30 end of visit in city centre (or any convenient place you prefer) Please check all my tours in Andalusia at my profile page here at TBL! http://www.toursbylocals.com/AndalusiaPrivateTours

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Transport details
Type: Walking

No transportation included. If you come on cruise and wish to use a vehicle, please just let me know for a quote. (private transfer into the City centre)

What's included
Private Guide
Equipment: radio system for easy listening
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Meeting location

Málaga, Andalusia, Spain

-For Cruise Ship Passengers: I will meet you at the end point shuttle bus stop Port Malaga with a sign with your name (Plaza de la Marina) (Main entrance Port Malaga) or please request in case you wish a private transfer -Hotel/accommodation in City Centre -Recommended: Lobby Hotel Only You, Alameda Principal, 1

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
Off The Beaten Path
City Highlights
History
Museums
Tour reference number
16760
Languages
Spanish
German
French
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Málaga is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's rich history and culture with a licensed local guide. It's ideal for those interested in historical figures like Ibn Ben Gabirol and Pablo Picasso, as well as anyone who enjoys discovering ancient landmarks and trying local delicacies like Malaga's sweet wine and ice cream. The tour is also suitable for families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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