Alcazaba & Roman Theatre Free Tour, Málaga - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Alcazaba & Roman Theatre Free Tour
Brand: Civitatis
Rating: 8.4 (10 reviews)

Details

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide

Not included

Tips
Admission to the Alcazaba: 7EUR per person

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Reviews of our customers

8.4

Excellent 71 Travelers·10 reviews

September 1, 2023
Nebojsa Gvoic
Belgrade, Serbia
Very pleasant experience. Lots of interesting facts and information. Thank you Lurdes!
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July 2, 2022
Daniel
Málaga, Spain
The guide was very knowledgeable, I highly recommend.
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June 18, 2022
Myriam Diaz
Lawreceville, U.S. Outlying Islands
Very excellent The very informed guide of the history of Malaga Very friendly All fabulous Thank you very much
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January 25, 2022
Gayla
United States
A delightful tour and a delightful, thorough guide. Beautiful grounds and ruins.
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Immerse yourself in the history of Malaga on this free walking tour of the ancient Roman theatre and the historic Alcazaba, a fortress from the Muslim period.

Tour Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at the Crystal Pyramid, where we'll start this free walking tour of Málaga's Alcazaba and the Roman Theatre. Ready to immerse yourself in Málaga's history?

First, we'll begin our visit at the Roman Theatre, located at the foot of the Alcazaba, where you'll see the different parts of the theatre, including the stands, or cavea.

Next, we'll step inside the Alcazaba of Málaga, located just behind the theatre, on the slopes of Mount Gibralfaro. Once inside this palace-fortress, we'll make our way through the Torre de la Bóveda Vaída (Vaulted Tower) and the Puerta de las Columnas (Gate of the Columns), two of the complex's most impressive defensive features.

Our tour will then continue at the Torre del Cristo, one of the Alcazaba's historic watchtowers, before stepping into the Patio de Armas and its Hispano-Andalusian gardens. Here, we'll take a moment to explore the peaceful courtyards and gardens before heading to a viewpoint overlooking Málaga, where we'll enjoy scenic views of the city.

We'll continue discovering the fortress's defensive architecture at the Torre Barbacana, also known as the Torre de la Vela, before entering the more refined areas of the complex. From here, we'll wander through the Patios de los Palacios, the palace courtyards, and discover the remains of the Taifa Palace, which reveal the Alcazaba's transformation from military fortress to royal residence.

Finally, we'll reach the Nasrid Palace, the highlight of our visit, where we'll admire the elegant architecture and decorative details characteristic of Islamic palatial design. After exploring these historic spaces, we'll conclude our tour after 1.5 hours.

Immerse yourself in the history of Malaga on this free walking tour of the ancient Roman theatre and the historic Alcazaba, a fortress from the Muslim period.

Tour Details

First, we'll begin our visit at the Roman Theatre, located at the foot of the Alcazaba, where you'll see the different parts of the theatre, including the stands, or cavea.

Alcazaba & Roman Theatre Free Tour