Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $5 / person
- Location
- Malaga, Spain
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- NO, DE, HI, SV
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Explorial
- Meeting point
- Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want.After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message.Download the Explorial app for free.Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.
Description
Roman theatre, Moorish fortress, Picasso's birthplace — Málaga stacks its civilisations within a few sunny blocks. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Málaga on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Walk Calle Alcazabilla, where the Roman theatre meets the Alcazaba walls • Circle the Catedral de Málaga, the one-armed lady of the city • Toast Picasso on Plaza de la Merced, his childhood square Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The Costa del Sol's brightest city, clue by clue.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 10–90)
- $5
- Child (ages 0–9)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Free download of the Explorial App from your appstore (iOS or Android smartphone required)
Points and scoring system: Compete between players of your group and beat the cities high score.
Live Location: navigate within the map with marked locations. Always know where you are.
Learn about the cities stories, history, and local legends
Total flexibility: no waiting, start anytime, walk at own pace and do as many breaks as you want.
Self-guided walking tour with interactive riddles, trivia challenges and photo tasks.
Not included
Live-Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you or join your group. Start anytime you want.
Entrance fees are not required for this game. All puzzles relate to the public areas of the sights
This is not an audio guide but an sightseeing, gaming and learning experience
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
9 reviews
How it compares in Malaga
- Starting price $5 is 91% below the typical $58 for tours of similar length in Malaga
Excurgo comparison of 1,040 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
- Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt take?
Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost?
Prices start at $5 per person for this Malaga experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost for children?
Children aged 0–9 pay nothing, adults from $5.
Can I cancel Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. Download the Explorial app for free. Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt offered in?
The experience is available in NO, DE, HI, SV, FI, RU, KO, PT, CMN, EL, YUE, EN, IT, FR, HU, ES, CS, UK, JA, ZH-CN, PL, DA, RO, NL, TR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Malaga Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Explorial.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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