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Museo Casa Natal de Picasso (Picasso's birthplace) and Plaza de la Merced
From Málaga centre5 min
Duration45 min–1 h
DifficultyEasy
Price€3; with the temporary exhibition hall (Plaza de la Merced 13) €4; reduced €2 (combined €2.50). Free every Sunday from 16:00 to 20:00
Best timeAll year
KidsSí
AddressPlaza de la Merced 15. Desde la calle Alcazabilla son 3 min a pie. Aparcamientos públicos del centro: Camas y Arriola (junto al Mercado de Atarazanas), Central (Plaza de la Marina) y Tejón y Rodríguez; o el de Muelle Uno (subterráneo, 24 h, unas 1.050 plazas)
Opening hoursEvery day, public holidays included, 9:30–20:00 (24 and 31 Dec 9:30–15:00). Last entry 15 min before. Closed 1 Jan and 25 Dec.
About
- The house where Pablo Picasso was born in 1881
- Personal objects, family photos and graphic work
- In the square, the sculpture of Picasso sitting on a bench: the must-have photo
Good to know
- For €3 it's well worth it; free on Sunday afternoons
- Visit after the Museo Picasso: you'll understand it better
- Plaza de la Merced has terraces and a lively atmosphere all day
Near here
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El Tapeo de CervantesCreative tapas · Calle Cárcer · 5 minSmall, cosy tavern next to the Teatro Cervantes, with creative tapas and good wines.
Mesón MarianoAndalusian cuisine · Centro · 5 minLong-established family mesón (traditional restaurant) two minutes from Plaza de la Merced: checked tablecloths, hanging hams and real Málag