Malaga Stag Do

• Country: Spain
• Language: Spanish
• Currency: Euros
• Cost of a pint: €2-3
• Airport: Malaga Airport – Costa del Sol
• Flight duration: 3 hours

Places to Eat in Malaga

Food is something that brings people together in Malaga, and the port city puts a massive emphasise on places to eat. Before you jet off for your trip to the south of Spain, it’s wise to get a rough idea of the best places to eat in Malaga so you don’t miss out! Tapas is an art form all over Spain, and if you’re looking for some of the best tapas in Mala then head over to El Pimpi right in the heart of the municipality. High reviewed for serving top quality tapas dishes, this tapas bar will give you a true glimpse into traditional tapas. Likewise, La Tranca is a smaller tapas bar presenting stained glass features and simple yet mind-blowing tapas.

You don’t need to stick to tapas if you’re not a fan of the Spanish flavour, Malaga is used to having tourists visit from all over the world. This has opened up a huge variety of different restaurants, including the popular Restaurante Vino Mío for Mediterranean eats and creative cuisine. For carb comforts and juicy burgers, you won’t have to go far to find some tasty dishes and sides during your stag do in Malaga. Burger & Grill Napolitan BBQ is the place to be for a casual bite to eat that will really fuel the guys for all the party antics you have planned. And for something completely off the cuff, indulge in some slightly more expensive sushi at Óleo Restaurante!

Traditional food in Malaga might not be as weird and wonderful as you might think, with familiar faces like olives, almonds and grapes popping up all over this Southern region. If you’re looking for a full dish that will give you a taste of authentic Malaga then try El Palo, a fishermen’s favourite. This soup-like food is made with fish and potatoes, flavoured with salt, mayonnaise and wine vinegar for a simplistic flavour. For something a bit more filling, find a traditional taverna and order Plato de los Monte de Malaga, or “Dish of the Mountains of Malaga”.

Malaga Central

If you’re in a new location, the best bet for bars is always in the centre of the city. Malaga is no different, with plenty of pubs and bars to dip into around the centre of the Southern Spanish port city. If your groom to be is an avid Guinness drinker and likes a classic pub, add La Tribu Málaga into your pub crawl closely followed by the Morrissey’s Irish pub – you might even feel like you’re at home! Both are right in the heart of Malaga, meaning they’re easy to access when you arrive and stumble into a nightclub or taxi when you’re ready to leave.

As the port city is the central hub of all the hustle and bustle, you can find a variety of unique bars to make the weekend one to remember. A perfect example of this is TresSesenta Bar, a full white venue with fake grass flooring and unusual drinks to suit everyone’s taste buds. If that doesn’t sound fitting for your groom to be, go to the other end of the spectrum with The Shakespeare pub just across the road on the Guadalmedina River.

The central area is, unsurprisingly, where a lot of the popular clubs, known as ‘discotheques of Malaga’ are situated. Sometimes it’s best to follow the sheep, and Sala Gold is the top-reviewed nightclub in this port city, with hundreds of thousands of people visiting every year. Inside the décor is sleek, the lights are blinding and the dancefloor is open until 7am on Saturdays. For a smaller venue with a range of music genre’s, head to Theatro Club in Malaga and you won’t be disappointed.

La Malagueta

The most modern section of the port city, La Malagueta is where you’ll find an abundance of modern pubs and bars serving strong cocktails and a stylish atmosphere. Right next to the beach, you can look forward to drinking with a view and the fresh sea air filling your lungs while you celebrate! To begin the last night of freedom with some tasty grub, fresh fish and local beers make sure you visit Chiringuito Mami Beach bar right on the sand. Known for friendly staff, this place is a relaxed way to kick off the night. Just over the street you’ll find Atlantis bar, a popular place for drinks that are a little sweeter and a lot stronger!

Although it’s slightly more modern, La Malagueta has it’s fair share of traditional pubs and tavernas as well. Bar Emily is a popular choice with the locals and plasters it’s history on the walls with hundreds of photos and nick knacks to keep you entertained while you gulp through a few pints. Just around the corner you’ll also find Camden Town Pub, an Irish-themed watering hole that will make you feel right at home.

Pedregalejo

For late night partying and a celebration with a view, there’s no place quite like Pedregalejo. There’s a good mix of pubs and cocktail bars on offer with terrific views, and you can stay for a few and tapas or go the whole hog and stay out past dawn – the choice is yours! For cocktails with a kick that will have you tipsy in no time, try Vox Coctelería bar and enjoy homely, wooden surroundings while guzzling your drinks. If you want to sit, sip and watch the sun go down next to an open fire cooking set-up, try The Turtle and you won’t be disappointed.

Reasons to Visit

La Malagueta Bullring

A hugely popular sport in Spain, bullfighting has been an age-old tradition and the La Malagueta Bullring from the 1800s is still in working condition.

Rich, Tangible History

Sites like the Teatro Romano are impressive examples of the rich history in Malaga, and get be enjoyed a day trip for the guys.

Port City

Malaga boasts the best of both worlds for a weekend away. Right by the sea, it also has an inner-city atmosphere, a port and mountainous surroundings for epic views.

Choice of Nightlife

Malaga is used to many faces visiting all year round, and the nightlife caters to all. Try local beers in taverns, drink yourself silly in cocktail bars or party until 7am in nightclubs like Sala Gold!

Easy to Access

The port city of Malaga has made a huge effort to be mostly pedestrianised so you can explore everything on foot – no worries about drinking in the day.

Unbelievable Beaches

The beaches around Malaga are pretty extraordinary, especially La Malagueta beach that’s just 10-minutes from the centre featuring dark sand and even an open-air cinema.

How to Get Around Malaga?

Malaga is known for many things, and being a walkable city is on the top of their list of achievements! Over the last few decades the port city has become mostly pedestrianised, meaning tourists can get to know every inch of this rich, historic history from the modern districts, Roman theatre and more traditional parts of the destination. Pair this with the always sunny weather and you’re on to a winning last night of freedom! Similar to walking, you can also hire a city bike and explore a little faster on two wheels. The city has 29km of cycling lanes, so take your pick.

If you’re suffering in the heat, have a hefty hangover or just don’t fancy walking about, there’s always the ‘hop on hop off’ sightseeing buses that patrol the city centre. The tickets are just 15 euros, and buses are bright red so you can’t miss them. Unfortunately, trains in and out of Malaga aren’t common, but with so much to explore here it’s likely you won’t have time to venture far into Spain anyway.