Malaga: A concentration of culture under the Spanish sun

🗓️ When should you go?

Malaga is an ideal destination in Spain for a multitude of reasons. This city in southern Spain is the perfect blend of modernity and cultural history. It's an ideal destination whatever the time of year, as the temperature rarely dips below 10°C. But it all depends on you and what you're looking for. If you're looking to party and take advantage of the many events on offer, summer is the time to go. The famous Malaga feria is held in August, but this is also the time of year when tourists flock to Andalusia. If you prefer to avoid the crowds, consider booking your stay around May or in autumn. However, avoid going between November and February, when the weather is colder and rainier.

📄 What are the administrative formalities?

If you are a citizen of the European Union, you can travel with your identity card, no need for a visa. For others, your valid passport will suffice. For further information, visit the website of the Britich embassy in Spain .

If you wish, you can also take out travel assistance with your insurance company or bank.

🆔 Loss or theft of your identity papers

If your identity papers are lost or stolen, you must go to the nearest police station to make a declaration. The Spanish police have set up a special telephone number for foreign tourists to make the process easier. The number is 902 102 112(Monday to Sunday, 9am to 9pm). This declaration is not always enough to allow you to return home, especially for airlines. They may require the presentation of a valid travel document issued by a British consular authority.

🐕 Travelling with a pet

Travelling to Spain with a dog or cat is perfectly possible provided that the animals have an electronic chip (or a tattoo before 3 July 2011) and have been vaccinated against rabies. The animal must also have a European passport.

🚗 Driving in Spain

Licences issued in UK and from the countries of the European Union and the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) are authorized to drive in Spain. You drive on the right-hand side of the road! Seatbelts must be worn by all occupants. The speed limit is 120 km/h on expressways and motorways, 90 km/h on conventional roads and 30 km/h in built-up areas. AP stands for toll motorway and A for free expressway. In the event of an offence, fines are sent directly to your home country in accordance with the bilateral agreement..

💊 Health

Before any stay in Spain, it is strongly recommended that you obtain a UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC)

👛 Currency

Spain uses Euros since January 2002.

🚌 How do I get around Malaga?

Maria Zambrano station is the city's main train station, and this is where you can access the metro and the local suburban train line. To get to Costa del Sol airport, you'll need to take the local suburban train. The whole of central Malaga is within walking distance. Otherwise, one of the best options for getting around is by bus. There's a mobile app called EMT Malaga to help you get around.

☎️ Useful numbers

• Spanish National Police: 091
• Civil Guard: 062
• Emergencies: 112