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Castillo de Gibralfaro

Malaga, Spain

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About

Castillo de Gibralfaro is the hilltop fortress above the Alcazaba, visited for the climb, walls, and views over Málaga, the port, La Malagueta, and the coast.

Supporting source: Legacy import provenance

Plan your visit

Hours

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Sun

Last admission is one hour before closing. Free public entry every Sunday from 14:00 during visiting hours.

Admission

Adults
€7
  • · Combined Alcazaba + Gibralfaro ticket EUR 10. Reduced EUR 3. Free Sundays from 14:00 during public visiting hours and for exempt categories.

Booking

No booking needed

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When to go

  • Time of day: Morning, Sunset

Features & amenities

What to expect

  • Sun-exposed
  • Outdoor

What to bring

  • Water
  • good shoes

Good to know

  • Partially accessible
  • Kid-friendly
  • Moderate
Safety
Allow extra time for the uphill approach and sun exposure; last admission is one hour before closing.

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