Picasso's Birthplace: the origins of a genius in the heart of Malaga

Malaga: where it all began

Is it possible to understand Picasso without knowing Malaga?? Art has roots, and in the case of the genius from Malaga, those roots are in the Plaza de la Merced. He was born there in 1881, Pablo PicassoToday his birthplace is much more than a home: it is the starting point of a life that transformed 20th century art.
In this post we invite you to discover Picasso's BirthplaceA place where every object and every room tells part of the story of one of the most influential creators in the world.

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History of the building: a house with a soul

The Picasso's Birthplace is located at number 15 of the emblematic Plaza de la Merced. It was here that he lived his first years with his family and where he began to take his first steps in drawing, inspired by the artistic atmosphere of his home.
The 19th century bourgeois style building has been restored and converted into a museum and cultural space. Since 1983 it has been the headquarters of the Picasso Foundation and was declared a Historic-Artistic Monument of National Interest in 1987.

What to see in Picasso's Birthplace

The visit to the birthplace offers a intimate and revealing experience. Inside you can see personal belongings and original furniture which recreate the everyday environment in which Picasso grew up. Also on display are works graphics and ceramics of his early years, which give a glimpse of the artist's precocious talent. You will also find family documents and photographs which provide a better understanding of the emotional environment in which it was formed. The space is completed with temporary exhibitions that revolve around his legacy and contemporary artists or artists related to his figure.

Tips for your visit

The Casa Natal de Picasso is just a few steps away from other key points such as the Cervantes Theatre or the Picasso Museum in Malaga, so you can take advantage of the opportunity to make a cultural tour of the area.

👉 Admission is affordable and, on some days of the month, even free. Check the official calendar before you go.

👉 The best time to visit is in the morning, when it is less crowded and you can walk around at your leisure.

👉 Come and discover the most artistic and Picassian Malaga.

Picasso starts here

The Picasso's Birthplace is much more than a tourist stop: is the beginning of a universal story. To walk through its rooms is to travel back in time to understand how a city like Malaga could inspire one of the most revolutionary artists of all time.

👉 If you are in Malaga, don't miss the opportunity to visit the place where the genius was born. Discover the city through Picasso's eyes.

And now... do you dare to follow in Picasso's footsteps? Excursions with museum visits included from Malaga and Costa del Sol

Visiting Picasso's birthplace is just the beginning of a route full of art, history and inspiring landscapes. Because if you ask yourself what to see in Malaga beyond its museumsThe answer lies in experiencing the city and its surroundings with all your senses.

Just a few kilometres away, in the charming whitewashed village of Mijas, the CAC Museum It surprises with a collection that includes original works by Picasso and Dalí, in a setting that combines modern art with Andalusian tradition. A perfect stop within the excursion to Mijas, Marbella and Puerto Banús.

And if you want to follow in the footsteps of history and art in the heart of nature, the excursion to Ronda and Setenil takes you to discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Serranía, with a guided tour of the most emblematic corners of Ronda, including the elegant Don Bosco Museumwith privileged views of the Tagus.

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