Overview
The Museo de Málaga is the city's principal museum, combining fine arts and archaeology collections under one roof in the Palacio de la Aduana, a grand neoclassical customs house. Entry is free for EU citizens.
Highlights
- Archaeological floor: Phoenician, Roman, and Islamic artefacts excavated from sites across Málaga province.
- Fine arts galleries: Spanish painting from the 15th-century to the contemporary period.
- Palace building: The restored 18th-century customs house is architecturally impressive in its own right.
History
The museum's collections were gathered from 1913 but lacked a permanent home for decades. The Palacio de la Aduana was finally restored and the museum opened in its current form in 2016.
Visitor Tips
- Free entry: Free for EU and EEA citizens; small fee otherwise.
- Don't rush: Two floors with extensive collections — allow at least 90 minutes.
- Duration: 1.5–2 hours.