Alborania-Aula del Mar Museum, museum in Malaga, Spain
Alborania-Aula del Mar Museum is an aquarium and museum in Málaga dedicated to Mediterranean marine life and ecosystems. The facility displays habitats with various fish species, invertebrates, and other sea creatures that inhabit the waters around Andalusia's coast.
The museum was established to preserve the region's marine heritage and bring the Mediterranean's underwater world to visitors. Its creation marked a turning point in Málaga's commitment to making its marine resources and local ocean research accessible to the public.
The name Alborania refers to the historic Arabic designation for the Alboran Sea, reflecting Málaga's deep maritime identity. You can see how the sea shapes local culture today through exhibits that highlight the connection between the city and its waters.
Wear appropriate footwear as walkways through the various exhibit areas can be uneven. Plan time to explore all the aquarium tanks and informative displays to fully appreciate the range of marine life on view.
The museum houses specialized programs for conserving marine species endangered in the region, giving visitors insight into real conservation work. This practical dimension makes the place far more than just an exhibit about sea creatures.
Location: Málaga
Inception: 1989
Official opening: 1989
GPS coordinates: 36.71820,-4.41624
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47
Between the Mediterranean and the Andalusian hills, Malaga blends southern warmth with a thousand-year history. Birthplace of Picasso, it combines Moorish fortresses, Renaissance churches, orange-scented alleys, and avant-garde museums. The Alcazaba overlooks the city from its Moorish walls, the Roman theater recalls its origins, and the Cathedral of the Incarnation connects the centuries. Along the port, the Pompidou Center, contemporary galleries, and subtropical gardens revitalize Andalusian modernity. The stroll is slow, between white light and warm shadows, from the Atarazanas market to the views of Gibralfaro. Malaga is no longer just a seaside stopover: it is a city to explore, to see, and to feel.
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Monument to Ángel Herrera Oria, Málaga
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