El Chaparral Travel Guide
Málaga
Visit El Chaparral
Popular places to visit
Port of Malaga
One of Spain’s most popular cruise ports is a great place to experience the atmosphere and history of lively, welcoming Málaga.
Malagueta Beach
Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.
Picasso Museum Malaga
Within the Palacio de Buenavista, a 16th-century palace, is this museum showcasing the life and works of Malaga’s most celebrated artist.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
Alcazaba
Explore the lavishly decorated residence of Moorish sultans and other rulers in this thousand-year-old fortress built on the remains of a Roman settlement.
Calle Larios
During your visit to Malaga Historic Centre, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Calle Larios. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
Cordoba Highlights - Full Day Tour
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana
Benalmadena: Selwo Marina Admission Ticket
Top hotels in El Chaparral
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Everything was excellent, but there was an unbearable sewer smell coming from the bathroom.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Staff were friendly. Clean rooms. Decent breakfast with glutten free bread available. Convenient location.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
5 star service
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Málaga Vibes
Great hotel, great style, very friendly.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Flex Malaga City Center
Helpful staff clean and quiet. Convenient for the railway station Zambians ( 5 mins)
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
tent Torremolinos
Lovely hotel, great breakfast deal. Staff were lovely and very helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Chaparral
Palma-Palmilla
Travellers like the parks in Palma-Palmilla, and Estadio La Rosaleda is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cruz de Humilladero
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Cruz de Humilladero. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trade Fair and Congress Center of Malaga, and catch the metro at Barbarela Station or Portada Alta Station to see more of the area.
La Trinidad
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Trinidad and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.
Ciudad Jardin
Ciudad Jardin is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Malaga Botanical Garden and Mirador Del Cochino.
Polígono Alameda
While you're in Polígono Alameda, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Commercial Center and jump on the metro at Guadalmedina Station to see more of the city.
Perchel Norte
Perchel Norte might not have many top sights, but Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
