What to do in Málaga during the days prior to the Wedding
Getting married in Malaga is a decision that many couples are making lately, because the beauty of the city lends itself greatly to celebrating one of the most important moments in the life of a couple: their wedding.
The city of Malaga offers many options, both for the bride and groom and also for their guests. If you are coming to a wedding in this popular Andalusian city, capital of the Costa del Sol, don’t miss this article.
Here we give you some tips on what you can do in Malaga during the days before the wedding.
Do some shopping in its historic center
Last minute shopping? Sometimes days before the wedding, inconveniences occur and it is necessary to make some purchases.
Malaga has large shopping centers where you will find everything you need. We recommend you go to the city center where you will find a large number of shops at your disposal. When making these last minute purchases, you will discover all the cultural and historical heritage that the city has to offer.
Start your tour enjoying a day of shopping on the famous Calle Larios. From here you can enter its historic center, where you can find many different shops and businesses.
Whether it is shopping for that missed item needed prior to the wedding or simply to spend a quiet afternoon shopping, we assure you that you will not regret visiting here.
Relax with a good glass of wine
There are moments of great tension and stress when planning a wedding, and the best thing to clear your mind will always be a glass of wine.
In the city of Malaga you will find hundreds of bars and restaurants that not only offer the diner the most exquisite dishes, in addition have a select menu of liquors for its customers.
So remember: If you are very stressed, take a break and go for a glass of wine and something to eat in the best bars and restaurants in Malaga.
In future articles we will advise you where to go to enjoy Malaga wines and spirits.
Go to the Malaga Fair
Is the wedding celebrated in August? If your event is held in August and more specifically during the Malaga Fair, you will have the opportunity to enjoy one of the most important events next to Holy Week that takes place in the city.
The Malaga Fair is one of the most important celebrations in Andalusia. At this fair you will find many attractions and booths where you can enjoy exquisite cuisine. You can dance the night away or enjoy many great shows …, visiting here will make a pleasant memory of the wedding and your trip to Malaga.
The Malaga Fair has a particular style allowing you to experience a Fair by day in the Historic Center of Malaga, and a different experience at night in the Real de la Feria. We recommend that you stay for both to enjoy one of the best Andalusian experiences.
Follow this blog and you will soon discover how you can enjoy the Fair to the fullest, as the people of Malaga live it.
Tour the Museums
So, you may be at a wedding and your mind is on the “Organization and Planning” but Malaga is one of the Spanish cities with the most museums.
If you go to Malaga you should visit at least one of its museums. We assure you that if you are feeling worn out or a little stressed about the wedding a museum visit could relax and de-stress you.
If you are a guest and you have more free time, do not hesitate! Organize more than one visit to these museums. You can start with:
- Picasso Museum of Malaga
- Center Pompidou of Malaga
- Carmen Thyssen Museum
- Museo Féliz Revello de Toro
- Center for Contemporary Art
- Collection of the Russian Museum of Saint Petersburg, Museum of Fine Arts and Archeology of Malaga
There are many other museums of great interest that you can discover in other articles.
Visit the La Concepción Botanical Garden
This garden has thousands of specimens, it is English in style and it is the only garden in Europe that shows subtropical plants. This Garden has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest.
If you are looking for a place to continue your wedding story, the great beauty of this place will guarantee you spectacular photos for the bride and groom.
The Botanical Garden of La Concepción is 19 minutes from Cortijo Lagarillo, making it the ideal place to carry out your photo session.
Enjoy its gastronomy
This section deserves an individual article. Malaga stands out for its famous and highly award-winning cuisine. The whole province offers meticulous gastronomy.
It is true that you should get away from the extremely touristy places in order to discover the true essence.
Their paellas are famous, their “fried fish” amazing, you can’t leave Malaga without trying their sardine skewers, gazpacho, Antequera porra, Victorian lemon anchovies …
A spectacular place to enjoy exquisite paellas is at Raices Restaurant in Alhaurín de la Torre. A great place to enjoy this popular dish.
In addition to these exquisite dishes, you should also discover another tradition with which to enjoythis cuisine and that is to go out for tapas. A way to eat, small plates of delicious foods and enjoy with family & friends.
