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Malaga Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

8 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 8 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Malaga, Spain
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch
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Overview

The Best Way to Discover Malaga: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a refreshing drink at the Palmeral de Las Sorpresas or a stroll through Malaga Park and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups.

The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app:

Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way.

Learn the history/legends of each site.

Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations.

What you will visit: Pl. de la Merced, Teatro Romano, City Hall, Picasso Museum, Catedral de la Encarnación, Malaga Park, Playa la Malagueta, University of Malaga, Centre Pompidou, and Palmeral de Las Sorpresas.

What's Included

  • Navigation: GPS navigation included via the app.
  • World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.
  • Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
  • Not needed for our activity, every puzzle is related to the outdoor areas of the attractions and you won’t need to pay anything extra or enter the attractions.
  • Max 15 people per booking in Málaga. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
  • Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Plaza de la Merced
Distrito Centro, 29012 Málaga, Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

A Seamless & Flexible Start: Download the World City Trail app and use your 10-digit booking reference to log in. Note: This is 100% self-guided; no one will be waiting for you. Start anytime 24/7. We suggest starting at Plaza de la Merced for the best route, though you can start/finish anywhere.

Interactive Exploration: Navigate a 2.8km walk (~34 mins walking time). Solve riddles using imagination and observation at stops like the ancient Teatro Romano or the majestic Catedral de la Encarnación to unlock your next spot. Total activity lasts ~3 hours on average, depending on your pace and breaks.

Your Tour, Your Way: Customize your route, change the order of places, or skip stops to fit your schedule. Pause for a break to enjoy some tapas or to feel the sand at Playa la Malagueta and resume exactly where you left off. There is no time limit—your access lasts for a full year.

Stories & Tips: Unlock legends and history via text at sites like the Picasso Museum and the colorful Centre Pompidou. Includes hand-picked local restaurant and shop tips. Available in 6 languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, IT, ES. Note: Outdoor-only; internet required.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day. You can even contact us to change the tour to a different city!
  • Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
  • Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Malaga Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-178424P65

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Navigation: GPS navigation included via the app.
  • World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.
  • Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
  • Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of reading.
  • 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
  • Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn't finish at the starting location.
  • Not needed for our activity, every puzzle is related to the outdoor areas of the attractions and you won’t need to pay anything extra or enter the attractions.
  • Max 15 people per booking in Málaga. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
  • Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
  • Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day. You can even contact us to change the tour to a different city!
  • Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
  • Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat. Please note that we do not offer phone support; the chat link is our only official support channel.

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