Málaga delights its visitors with a wide cultural and artistic offering that includes an extraordinary variety of museums.
Bathed in the warm light of the Mediterranean, the city of Málaga stands out for its abundance of art and culture, waiting to be discovered in every corner. The museums of Málaga house collections by internationally renowned artists while also showcasing Andalusian traditions in all their splendour.
From classical art to contemporary exhibitions, visiting Málaga’s museums is a rewarding experience at every turn, allowing you to immerse yourself in the cultural soul of the city. Below, we share the museums in Málaga you simply cannot miss.
Best museums in Málaga
Picasso Museum
Regarded as one of the best museums in Málaga, this cultural centre brings together more than 200 works, tracing the evolution of Pablo Picasso’s unique style. The permanent collection, housed in the Buenavista Palace, offers a fascinating journey through the different stages of the Málaga-born painter and sculptor’s career.
Málaga Museum
The Málaga Museum is one of the largest in Spain and holds the city’s most extensive collection of art. With over 2,000 works in the fine arts section and a significant archaeological collection, its galleries reflect the rich history and cultural heritage of both the city and Andalusia.
Centre Pompidou Málaga
Easily recognisable by its iconic colourful cube, this cultural centre is a benchmark for contemporary art and one of Málaga’s finest museums. As an extension of the Parisian Pompidou, it hosts temporary exhibitions by international artists as well as performances, activities and talks of all kinds.
Carmen Thyssen Museum Málaga
Located in a stunning 16th-century Renaissance palace, this impressive gallery is renowned for its collection of 19th-century Spanish paintings, with a particular focus on Andalusian artists such as Joaquín Sorolla. Lovers of classical art will enjoy its rooms filled with genre scenes, landscapes and portraits.
Picasso Birthplace Museum
On Plaza de la Merced stands the house where Picasso was born, now a museum that preserves personal objects, sketches and documents offering a glimpse into the private life of the artist. A space full of history, it invites you to explore the origins of Málaga’s most famous painter.
Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares de Málaga (Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions)
Set in a former 17th-century inn, this museum portrays the everyday life of Málaga in centuries past. Through reconstructed settings and period objects, it offers a journey back in time into the lives of Málaga’s society, from the bourgeoisie to craftsmen and rural communities.
Museo del Vidrio y del Cristal (Glass and Crystal Museum)
This private collection contains around 3,000 glass and crystal pieces from different eras, including decorative objects, furniture and works of art. Each exhibit reveals its history, taking you on a captivating journey through time.
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