Parking in Malaga

Parking in central Málaga can be expensive and finding a space close to the historic centre can be difficult, particularly during the busiest periods. One useful alternative for visitors arriving by car is the free parking along Calle Pacífico, on Málaga's western side close to Playa de la Misericordia. There are stretches of free public parking along this area, including around Calle Pacífico 43 and 64, although spaces can be difficult to find at busy times and availability should never be assumed. From here you are close to the beach and promenade, and you can continue into central Málaga using public transport or by walking along the seafront. The location is particularly useful if you are visiting Málaga's western beaches, Parque del Oeste, the Automobile and Fashion Museum or the surrounding area. For visiting the historic centre, however, a central underground car park may be more convenient.

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Parking in Malaga

There is a lot of Parking in Malaga, but it is not the easiest place to drive through. It is the capital city for the region. But there is a trick to avoid the centre of Malaga. If approaching from the Marbella side of Malaga on the A7 take the MA-21 at Torremolinos to Malaga then the MA-22 which will become the coastal road. If approaching from La Cala de Morals then leave the A7 at Junction 246 and pick up the N-340 to Malaga. Both are the coastal road and avoid the city centre. The parking places we have chosen consider driving skills, pay and free parking. We would not recommend street parking due to parking violations and fines. If you do then please check the rules for parking and read general rules to street parking below. All the parking places on this webpage are pinpointed with an interactive google map. These maps will direct you to the parking place and help you find the parking place if you get lost while exploring this amazing city using a smart phone. So save this page. Don't forget to have a look at the toolbar on the left for all the attractions in Malaga, all with interactive directional maps.

Calle Pacifico

The first parking place is proberbly the best all round parking place in Malaga. Read the note above about getting to Calle Pacifico (MA-22) To make it very easy to navigate to. The parking off the promenade is free and about a 10 to 15 minute walk into the city centre. Check that there are no parking restrictions as rules can change. If you are navigating with a hand held device then click the red icon on the map for directions. If you are using sat nav then enter destination as Calle Pacifico, Malaga. Don't forget you can use your handheld device to find the car park if have forgotten where it is when you have finished exploring the amazing city of Malaga.

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Muelle Uno

The second parking place is Muelle Uno. Easy to get to if you follow directions above and a perfect location for most of the attractions in Malaga. The car park is underground and is a pay car park. If you are navigating with a hand held device then click the red icon on the map for directions. If you are using sat nav then enter destination as Calle Pacifico, Malaga. Don't forget you can use your handheld device to find the car park if have forgotten where it is when you have finished exploring the amazing city of Malaga.

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Calle Maestranza

The third parking place is Parking Malagueta on Calle Maestranza just off the N-340 so again easy to get to if you read the notes at the top of the page and near the centre of town. This car park is best if approaching from La Cala de Morels. If you are navigating with a hand held device then click the red icon on the map for directions. If you are using sat nav then enter destination as Calle Maestranza, Malaga. Don't forget you can use your handheld device to find the car park if have forgotten where it is when you have finished exploring the amazing city of Malaga.

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General rules to street parking on the Costa Del Sol

Parking in the Costa del Sol was mostly free but has changed. Free parking is still available, but you must be cautious. if you get a fine for Parking it can be paid at most machines, often with a 20% discount for prompt payment. Hire car fines will reach you regardless of your country. Most towns have free car parks, but they’re hard to find—fairgrounds and bullrings often offer the best options. Below are three key parking signs to watch for, but local rules vary. This guide was accurate in 2024 but check for updates, as this website is not responsible for any violations. watch the above video.

White lines

Parking spaces either with white painted bays or white lines generally means free parking. But read the yellow zig zag rule.

Blue & green lines

Parking spaces either with blue or green painted bays or lines generally means it is paid parking with a time limit. There will be a pay meter near by again read the yellow zig zag rule.

Yellow zig zag lines

Parking spaces with a yellow zig zag line means that there is a restriction, there will be a sign to explain. So find out the restriction before parking there. The yellow zig zag line can be on free or pay parking zones. But if you have parked there illegally you will get towed away.

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