Jardín Botánico - Histórico La Concepción — Attraction in Málaga

A Lush Oasis of History and Beauty – A Must-Visit in Málaga

La Concepción Botanical-Historical Garden is one of Málaga’s most magical hidden gems. The moment you walk through the gates, you're transported into a lush, green paradise that feels a world away from the city's hustle. This garden isn’t just beautiful – it’s also rich with history, originally created in the mid-19th century by the Loring family and later expanded by the Echevarría-Echevarrieta family. You can feel the legacy in every pathway and fountain.

The collection of subtropical plants from around the world is simply stunning. Towering palm trees, vibrant bougainvillaeas, exotic flowers, and peaceful ponds create a perfect environment for a calm stroll or a romantic afternoon. The carefully maintained trails wind through shady groves, with plenty of scenic spots for taking in the beauty – or snapping unforgettable photos.

Highlights include the mirador (viewpoint) with its breathtaking panorama of Málaga, the romantic ruins entwined with greenery, and the historic mansion that anchors the garden’s heritage. There’s even a small museum and plenty of informative signs in both Spanish and English, so you can learn as you explore.

It’s not only perfect for nature lovers and garden enthusiasts – it’s also a great escape for anyone looking to slow down and connect with nature. The entrance fee is modest, and the experience is priceless.

Pro tip: bring water, wear comfortable shoes, and give yourself time – you’ll want to stay longer than you think.

Whether you're a local or a visitor, Jardín Botánico-Histórico La Concepción is an unforgettable experience that blends nature, history, and serenity in a way that few places can. Highly...

Surprising hidden gem even for those who aren't very 'botanical.' The site was originally a private planting of a world wide collection of trees and shrubs begun in the 1850's and developed by a local family of wealthy industrialists. It then expanded to include a collection of Roman remains from the local area. Subsequent owners developed the original idea until the last owner fled during the Spanish civil war. The collection was then 'seized for protection' by Malaga City Council. Bits of the collection are still in various museums around Spain. Formal state ownership came in the 1990's when Málaga City took the estate over and opened it to the public. Plan on taking a couple of hours at least here as its a welcome break from the hot, noisy city. Lots of well laid out paths wind around the hillside with plenty of things to see in plants and water features. Picnic areas and toilets at strategic points too. The house in the centre is not open for viewing as it's the park admin offices but you can access the central Islamic style courtyard and toilets. Most of the walks are long and steep and uneven in places as the trails wind up the hillside. There is a very good cafe and shop attached to the garden. Now at the end of February it's very quiet and worth a visit. Downside that Malaga City has grown huge since the park was laid out and an autovia runs along one side with urban sprawl approaching from the south. Traffic noise is an issue they can't...

OMG. This is a fantastic botanical garden. I arrived at 9:30 am as the gates opened and stayed 5 hours until I got worn out. If you are a plant lover this is the place for you. So well kept, so well labeled, so well laid out, and so clean. My visit was in early May so many things were in bloom. There were flowers everywhere. Even if there had not been so many nice flowers, having over 100 different species of palm trees blew me away. Given that the garden is over 150 years old, having old growth sycamore, pine, and palm trees makes an impressive impact. I read reviews where people complained about the sound of the highway nearby but all I could do was enjoy the sound of birds and frogs; the highway is a hum that reminds me that the hustle is outside the garden walls and the calm serenity is inside. There was way too much to see so I really only covered the inside parts of the gardens in my 5 hours; I never got to the outer and higher trails--next visit. This is an absolute stunning display of the incredible variety of plants from all over the world. Hats off to the original designers and to those that continue to maintain this wonderful space on a daily basis. I'm a gardener and know the effort it takes to keep down weeds and to trim back excessive vegetation on a small plot; to see it so wonderfully done on such a large scale is...