How much does a trip to Malaga cost

A week in Malaga runs roughly $436–$2340 per person, excluding flights.

Accommodation

Malaga BudgetHostel / Guesthouse

Budget

$38per night
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Malaga Mid3-4★ Hotel

Mid

$105per night
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Malaga Comfort5★ Luxury Suite

Comfort

$240per night
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Tours & Activities

Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.

Malaga Malaga Old Town Guided Tour: Alcazaba, Roman Theatre & CathedralGuided tour

Malaga Old Town Guided Tour: Alcazaba, Roman Theatre & Cathedral

Discover Málaga's iconic landmarks on a half-day walking tour of the Moorish fortress, Roman theatre and the city's famous cathedral

from$24
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Malaga Museo Picasso Málaga Entry TicketMuseum

Museo Picasso Málaga Entry Ticket

Skip the line and explore the museum dedicated to Málaga-born Pablo Picasso, with works spanning his entire career

from$12
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Malaga Malaga Wine & Tapas Tasting ExperienceFood & drink

Malaga Wine & Tapas Tasting Experience

Sample Málaga's renowned sweet wines and classic tapas at legendary local spots like Bodega El Pimpi and Antigua Casa de Guardia

from$70
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Malaga Caminito del Rey Guided Day Trip from MálagaDay trip

Caminito del Rey Guided Day Trip from Málaga

Hike the famous cliff-hanging boardwalks of El Caminito del Rey, one of Andalusia's top attractions, on a guided tour from Málaga

from$78
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Mobile internet (eSIM)

The easiest way to stay online in Malaga is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.

YesimUnlimited & data plans
from$1.90/ per day
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AiraloPrepaid data plans
from$4.32/ 1 GB (3 days)
Airalo plans

Prices on the ground

Food per day$20 – $90
Transit per day$4
Taxibase $3.5 + $1.5/km
Coffee$3

Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Malaga. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.

Total budget range

BackpackerMid-rangeComfort
Food$140$315$630
Transit$28$28$28
Stay$266$735$1680
eSIM$2$2$2
Total per person$436$1080$2340

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FAQ

How much money to bring to Malaga for a week?
A week in Malaga costs roughly $436–$2340 per person, excluding flights.
Is food and transit expensive in Malaga?
Food runs $20–$90 a day and city transit about $4. Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Malaga. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.