Weather:

September is generally a warm month in Málaga, with a Mediterranean climate.

Participants are advised to bring:

• Light and comfortable clothing
• Comfortable shoes
• A light jacket or layer for evenings
• Sun protection
• A reusable water bottle

What to do in your free time:

Málaga is a Mediterranean city with a rich historical heritage, a strong cultural scene and a lively urban atmosphere. It combines historic monuments, museums, beaches, public spaces and a well-known food culture.

The city centre is compact and easy to explore on foot. Málaga’s main attractions include the Alcazaba, Gibralfaro Castle, the Roman Theatre, the Cathedral, the Picasso Museum and the port area.

If you have some free time before or after the meeting, we strongly recommend exploring the city.

What to visit:

• Alcazaba & Roman Theatre
• Gibralfaro Castle
• Museo Picasso
• Málaga Cathedral
• Muelle Uno & Centre Pompidou
• Málaga Park & Historic Centre

If you are short on time, we recommend these itineraries:

OPTION A — History & Culture: Calle Larios → Cathedral → Roman Theatre → Alcazaba → Muelle Uno ⏱️ Approximately 3–4 hours

OPTION B — Art & Historic Centre: Calle Larios → Picasso Museum → Cathedral → Alcazaba → Muelle Uno ⏱️ Approximately 3–4 hours

OPTION C — Sea & Local Food: Muelle Uno → La Malagueta → Pedregalejo → Dinner by the sea ⏱️ Approximately 4–5 hours

OPTION D — Sunset: Historic Centre → Muelle Uno → La Malagueta → Gibralfaro viewpoint⏱️ Approximately 2–3 hours

• Plan your visit: For comprehensive tourist information, interactive maps, and a calendar of events, visit the official tourism portal at visita.malaga.eu.

How to eat like a local in Málaga:

Málaga has a strong Mediterranean food culture, with seafood, grilled fish, tapas and local produce playing an important role. The city is also particularly interesting gastronomically in 2026, as Málaga is holding the European Capital of Gastronomic Culture 2026/2027, with a programme focused on Mediterranean cuisine, local products, sustainability and culinary innovation.

 Traditional tapas

For a casual introduction to Málaga’s food culture, explore the historic centre and try a few different tapas rather than having one large meal. Tapas consist of small portions that allow you to sample a wider variety of dishes. This is the most traditional way for locals to eat.

Málagan and Andalusian cuisine are incredibly rich. We recommend you do not leave without trying fish—whether skewered, fried, or grilled—as well as ajoblanco, porra, or any of the local wines.