Climbing up to the Castle of Gibralfaro is More Comfortable with a Car

Gibralfaro Castle is located right on top of a hill from which you can see the whole city, therefore it is one of the places that you should definitely visit if you come to Malaga in the south of Spain. The spectacular views are a delight after a day at the Malagueta beach or sightseeing around the center of Malaga, including the cathedral and the roman theater. No matter how you prefer to spend your holiday in Malaga, the impressive castle of Gibralfaro is a visit you cannot miss in the capital of the Costa del Sol.

To get all the way up to the castle of Gibralfaro, you can either go by foot or by car. Taking into consideration the high temperatures in Malaga during summertime (they can reach up to 35 or 40 degrees), you may want to consider a car hire malaga spain. This way, you will also be able to optimize the time of your visit in Malaga, as you’ll be able to visit all the nice beaches and villages of the area (we recommend Nerja Beach and the white village of Frigiliana). One option is to get yourself a rental car right at the Airport, this way you will be most relaxed during your stay.

To sum up, the castle of Gibralfaro located in the center of Malaga is an impressive monument with breathtaking views, although the road to arrive is steep. However, right next to the main access there are free parking facilities for vehicles.

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