Malaga Museum — Attraction in Málaga

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Málaga Museum, a hidden gem I discovered through a tourist guide from oldtownmalaga.com, and I must say it exceeded all my expectations. Located in the historic Palacio de la Aduana, this museum offers a perfect blend of art and archaeology, allowing you to immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the region.

The first thing that struck me was the architecture of the building itself, which is stunning and worth admiring on its own. Once inside, the art collection is simply spectacular, spanning from the 19th century to the present day, featuring works by both local and international artists. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and diversity of the pieces on display.

The archaeology section is equally fascinating, providing a detailed look at the historical evolution of Málaga and its surroundings. From Phoenician remains to Roman and Muslim artifacts, each room transports you to different eras, narrating history in an engaging and educational way.

The museum staff were incredibly friendly and always ready to offer additional information and answer our questions, which greatly enhanced the visit. Moreover, the guide from oldtownmalaga.com was an invaluable tool, providing us with details and curiosities that made the experience even more enriching.

In summary, the Málaga Museum is a must-visit for any art and history lover. Its combination of architectural beauty, impressive collections, and welcoming staff make it an essential stop in Málaga. I would definitely recommend planning a visit using the tourist guide from oldtownmalaga.com to make the most of...

I wandered into the Museo de Málaga when I saw on Google Maps that it was one of the least busy places in recent days — probably thanks to the rain. Drawn by the grandeur of the Palacio de la Aduana and its calm presence near the port, I decided to explore. The entry was free — a quiet gift for being part of the European Union — and that somehow made the experience feel even more generous.

Inside, the marble staircases and high courtyards felt like a cathedral of time. I took photos of both the exterior and the exhibitions — fragments of history frozen in light. Ancient sculptures, faded mosaics, and romantic 19th-century paintings coexisted under one elegant roof, telling stories of empires, rituals, and emotions that once pulsed through Málaga.

I loved how the building itself became part of the exhibition — layers of sea air, trade, and government now turned into art and memory. It felt like walking through transformation, the very essence of rebirth: from customs palace to museum, from commerce to culture.

Before entering, you hang your umbrella in a special holder with a lock and key, and then leave your bag in a locker — you’ll need a one-euro coin, so bring one with you.

Free to enter for EU citizenship, other may be a small fee, yet rich in meaning — a space worth visiting not just for what you see, but for how it quietly rearranges something inside you.

✨ Phoenix Perpetuale — review from Málaga 📚 Goodreads:...

The museum is beautiful. However we had a very frustrating experience with the staff. Unfortunately and to me is unbelievable that they do not speak English. Almost at all. So they indicated us the wrong place to leave our backpack. After we finished visiting they asked us where we were from, and then basically got mad at us because we did not put the backpack in the right room. Because we said we were from Romania, they instantly assumed that we left our backpack in that room because we wanted to steal something or do some sort of harm. I tried explaining them what happened but they were not speaking English at all. They were not understanding anything. They called security. We felt absolutely terrible considering that we were there on holliday. We had to wait until they decided we were "clean". I wanted to call the ambassay because their attitudes were awful and we were really scared. Not to mention that security looked through the entire backpack and still did not believe us. We even give them our IDs. When they finally realized we did not caused any harm, they did not even say sorry or goodbye. Awful people. I thought that was extremely disrespectful and I'm personally never visiting Spain again because of this. I'm an educated, well spoken and respected person and to me this was an act of discrimination....