Castillo de Gibralfaro
Castillo de Gibralfaro
Castillo de Gibralfaro
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- maverick55 contributionsCastillo de Gibralfaro Malaga and Alcazaba de MalagaWhen you are in Malaga City, a must to visit is the prominent area of Castillo de Gibralfaro and Alcazaba. You can buy combined tickets for both so you can avail a discount at the main ticket by the entrance. It needs at least one whole day to enjoy your time not rushing so much and missing some good panoramic views and landscapes and specially the view of Malaga city from the top of Gibralfaro. This requires a lot of walking, so I suggest for you to be ready for some heights and slopes. A great outdoor activity when it's a fine and clear day, as the view from the top is really amazing.Visited December 2019Traveled as a coupleWritten January 8, 2020
- C_and_H_11Dublin, Ireland787 contributionsPanoramic Views.Castillo de Gilbralfaro overlooks the city of Malaga & there are panoramic views in all directions, as you can see the port, marina, park & the mountains which are a backdrop to the city. There are numerous steps to climb to different heights, so leave a bit of time to explore here. We came by the hop-on-off bus arriving in the late afternoon so it was too late for the coffee shop.Visited February 2020Written March 8, 2020
- PMVDubai, United Arab Emirates1,237 contributionsNice panoramaLocated on the top of the hill, you need to climb a lot of steps, but once you reach it after a good 20 mins walk, you get a beautiful 360 degree scenery over the city. You visit the castle only from the outdoor by following the narrow walk on top of the walls surround it. The entrance cost only 2€ if you package it with the below fort, which is much nicer.Visited October 2020Traveled with friendsWritten October 7, 2020
- Gaia IMurcia, Spain72 contributionsWhat a viewGetting to the castle by walking is pretty hard, above all if it's sunny and hot, you need strong legs' muscles. But then the walk along the castle's walls in a sunny day was one of the best walks ever, for the amazing view on the whole city and the sea. And it's also very cheap, we only paid 1,50 euros each, since we are students.Visited January 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten January 28, 2020
- treeclimberGarstang, United Kingdom268 contributionsNot worth the effortSteep 20 minute walk up from the old town Unremarkable views on the way up 3.50 Euro to enter the castle and very little to see up there . A small museum lacking any information in English and no information points elsewhere . Basically not worth the effortVisited October 2020Written October 26, 2020
- dena fOxfordshire, United Kingdom298 contributionsA View From the TopAffordable and easy to navigate, make sure to arrive early to avoid the biggest crowds. The hike up is a bit steep, but our family with young children and a toddler made it with a few piggy backs along the way. There are busses that also make the trip. Tickets are easily purchased from a machine where you can select from many languages. Self guided audio tours are also available. There are a number of stairs inside the castle and uneven terrain. Walking on the castle walls however is a great treat for views around the whole city. Toilets and a small cafe made this a great stop after a warm morning of climbing.Visited November 2021Traveled with familyWritten November 1, 2021
- Mikael FHelsinki, Finland30,625 contributionsWorth the climbThis castle with two lines of walls and eight towers sits on a high hill overlooking Malaga city and port. It was built between the 10th and 14th centuries to protect the Alcazaba. You can walk on its walls and have spectacular views of the city.Visited December 2019Written January 14, 2020
- Stefan GWashington DC, District of Columbia1,021 contributionsExcellent views, but it's a hike!Perched on top of the hills of Malaga, one is afforded excellent views of the ocean and of the city of Malaga. Otherwise, there's really not much to see inside. In fact, I was kinda bored and I'm still assessing if the steep 15-20 minute hike to get to it was worth my time. Small museum inside, but not very interesting. You can get a combined ticket for the Alcazaba and the Gibralfaro, cheaper then if you'd buy a ticket for each individually.Visited May 2021Written May 24, 2021
- Anne MKemnay, United Kingdom163 contributionsWell worth the climb !It’s a steep walk up to the top but many stopping places en route to catch one’s breath and look at the views. The view from the very top is wonderful. The museum is well laid out and interesting. Could do with translation of the information into other languages and the cafe to be open all the time the castle is not closed an hour or so beforehand as if was the day we went .Visited February 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten February 1, 2020
- Susan HLondon, United Kingdom53 contributionsGreat view but not for anyone not sure-footedReal bit of history and fairly untouched or Disney-fied. Great views too However, if ike me you are a bit on the clumsy side please wear strong and steady footwear and be careful - it would so easy to take a nasty tumble. Entry to this and the Alcazaba for E5.50 was really good value and included the elevator up to the Alcazaba. I took the 35 bus down to street level and then took the lift (in the walls behind the park) up to the Alcazaba rather than the steep winding path.Visited January 2020Written January 25, 2020
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Gaia I
Murcia, Spain72 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Getting to the castle by walking is pretty hard, above all if it's sunny and hot, you need strong legs' muscles. But then the walk along the castle's walls in a sunny day was one of the best walks ever, for the amazing view on the whole city and the sea. And it's also very cheap, we only paid 1,50 euros each, since we are students.
Written January 28, 2020
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treeclimber
Garstang, UK268 contributions
Oct 2020
Steep 20 minute walk up from the old town
Unremarkable views on the way up
3.50 Euro to enter the castle and very little to see up there .
A small museum lacking any information in English and no information points elsewhere .
Basically not worth the effort
Unremarkable views on the way up
3.50 Euro to enter the castle and very little to see up there .
A small museum lacking any information in English and no information points elsewhere .
Basically not worth the effort
Written October 26, 2020
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dena f
Oxfordshire, UK298 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
Affordable and easy to navigate, make sure to arrive early to avoid the biggest crowds. The hike up is a bit steep, but our family with young children and a toddler made it with a few piggy backs along the way. There are busses that also make the trip. Tickets are easily purchased from a machine where you can select from many languages. Self guided audio tours are also available. There are a number of stairs inside the castle and uneven terrain. Walking on the castle walls however is a great treat for views around the whole city. Toilets and a small cafe made this a great stop after a warm morning of climbing.
Written November 2, 2021
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Mikael F
Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
Dec 2019
This castle with two lines of walls and eight towers sits on a high hill overlooking Malaga city and port.
It was built between the 10th and 14th centuries to protect the Alcazaba.
You can walk on its walls and have spectacular views of the city.
It was built between the 10th and 14th centuries to protect the Alcazaba.
You can walk on its walls and have spectacular views of the city.
Written January 14, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Stefan G
Washington DC, DC1,021 contributions
May 2021
Perched on top of the hills of Malaga, one is afforded excellent views of the ocean and of the city of Malaga. Otherwise, there's really not much to see inside. In fact, I was kinda bored and I'm still assessing if the steep 15-20 minute hike to get to it was worth my time. Small museum inside, but not very interesting.
You can get a combined ticket for the Alcazaba and the Gibralfaro, cheaper then if you'd buy a ticket for each individually.
You can get a combined ticket for the Alcazaba and the Gibralfaro, cheaper then if you'd buy a ticket for each individually.
Written May 24, 2021
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Anne M
Kemnay, UK163 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
It’s a steep walk up to the top but many stopping places en route to catch one’s breath and look at the views.
The view from the very top is wonderful.
The museum is well laid out and interesting.
Could do with translation of the information into other languages and the cafe to be open all the time the castle is not closed an hour or so beforehand as if was the day we went .
The view from the very top is wonderful.
The museum is well laid out and interesting.
Could do with translation of the information into other languages and the cafe to be open all the time the castle is not closed an hour or so beforehand as if was the day we went .
Written February 2, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Susan H
London, UK53 contributions
Jan 2020
Real bit of history and fairly untouched or Disney-fied. Great views too However, if ike me you are a bit on the clumsy side please wear strong and steady footwear and be careful - it would so easy to take a nasty tumble.
Entry to this and the Alcazaba for E5.50 was really good value and included the elevator up to the Alcazaba. I took the 35 bus down to street level and then took the lift (in the walls behind the park) up to the Alcazaba rather than the steep winding path.
Entry to this and the Alcazaba for E5.50 was really good value and included the elevator up to the Alcazaba. I took the 35 bus down to street level and then took the lift (in the walls behind the park) up to the Alcazaba rather than the steep winding path.
Written January 25, 2020
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IndySig
Indianapolis, IN3,741 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
You really get your workout if you hike up to this Castillo. Is it worth the hike? You bet it is. The views are amazing and it’s just hard to image how this fortress was built. We watched parakeets building nests on the way up and they were at eye view. You also get an opportunity to peer into the bull ring. Allow ½ day for this adventure.
Written March 1, 2020
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Martin Thurgood T
Ottery St. Mary, UK2,502 contributions
Mar 2020
It is a very long and steep walk up to the Castle. We took a taxi but there’s also a local bus, the 35: and you can of course walk. The views are across the harbour and the city spectacular and the walk down has a number of options at the bottom, including to the Jardines de Pedro Luis Alonso and the esplanade. The castle had just COVID-19 closed when we were there but the exercise and views was good.
Written March 29, 2020
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Kevin D
Surrey, UK412 contributions
Nov 2022
This place is all about the city panoramic views. It’s only a mile from the city centre but if you chose to walk up passing 5he Albacaras on your left side beware it is steep in places.
The top half of the route is fairly polished granite stones with fief steps so make sure you don’t wear flip flops. It’s onlyApprox 375 up from the main old town but feels more as it is steep in places.
Some good panoramic views of the port and gardens on the way up.
Inside there is a display building with Spanish military artefacts. But it’s all about 5he views from the many viewpoints.
all of the displays inside the museum and around the walk are in Spanish only.
Ps set off 0830 to get there as it opens to beat the crows and the stifling mid day heat
The top half of the route is fairly polished granite stones with fief steps so make sure you don’t wear flip flops. It’s onlyApprox 375 up from the main old town but feels more as it is steep in places.
Some good panoramic views of the port and gardens on the way up.
Inside there is a display building with Spanish military artefacts. But it’s all about 5he views from the many viewpoints.
all of the displays inside the museum and around the walk are in Spanish only.
Ps set off 0830 to get there as it opens to beat the crows and the stifling mid day heat
Written November 3, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
yanlixiexie
Booterstown, Ireland
Hi,
Could anyone tell me whether the place is opened on 6th January 2020?
Thanks!
ZAHID
Uttara, Bangladesh8 contributions
Their closing dates are 1st January, 28th February and 25th December.
islandmens
Mount Laurel, NJ1 contribution
Where is the best place to park for bus to Castillo
Konstantia M
Piraeus, Greece1,574 contributions
you can park at paseo maritimo and took the bus no 35.
Deborah P
Denver, Colorado4 contributions
Where do start the hike from
LancashireBells21
Lancashire194 contributions
From the fortress at the bottom of from the castle at the top (much easier). An easy path to follow but slippy when hot.
¿Se puede reservar mediante correo electrónico o de modo online? Me gustaría asegurar de la compra e ir seguro.
katja69
bayern166 contributions
Hallo
Wir haben nicht online gebucht. Es gab keinerlei Schwierigkeiten damit, das Ticket vor Ort zu erwerben.
didi f
Riccione, Italy82 contributions
Il punto panoramico in cima al sentiero è raggiungibile anche fuori dall'orario di apertura del castello?
paolitaVada
Doha, Qatar499 contributions
Prima di arrivare al castello...lungo il sentiero..abbastanza in alto c'è una terrazza panoramica...ma dai bastioni del Castello la visuale è decisamente più bella
Loveseville2013
Portarlington, Ireland25 contributions
Is it possible to get a taxi to the top of the Castillo and walk down to the alcazaba? Would this be a difficult walk? Thanks
Nicki H
West Byfleet, UK40 contributions
Yes taxi or hop on/off tour bus stops there. Walk down is steep but gentle, go at own pace. Best way to do it in my opinion.
Ayca G
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
I saw a picture mentioning the Mediterranean fort or something? That you’re at the top and have a beautiful view. Where is that and how do I get there? Please help
tonypotts178
Benalmadena, Spain93 contributions
Hi
To get to the view site I took the photos from, you need to take the road called Camino Gibralfaro up towards the Castillo Gibralfaro, about 150 metres before you get to the castle car park there is the view site on the left called Mirador Gibralfaro,
Hope this helps you and that you have a great time visiting Malaga
little
Leland, NC26 contributions
Where does one get the. Bus to go to the top?
Houstonalle4food
Houston, TX750 contributions
Get the Málaga bus app for your phone. The city bus goes to the top and is well worth it. Check seasonal hours.
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- Castillo de Gibralfaro is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- We recommend booking Castillo de Gibralfaro tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 26 Castillo de Gibralfaro tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Castillo de Gibralfaro:
- City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour (From $28.52)
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- Malaga Shore Excursion: City Segway Tour (From $57.04)
- 1 Hour Malaga Panoramic Segway Tour (From $39.93)
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- Restaurants near Castillo de Gibralfaro:
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