WHERE TO GO MURCIA

Get to know the Region of Murcia in just 3 days!Capture the essence of the Costa Cálida in the course of a long weekend Are you taking advantage of the warm spring weather to spend a long weekend in the Costa Cálida? Or maybe you live here and have friends who are coming to explore the Region..

Changes to San Javier and Cartagena street market opening daysThe Mar Menor localities will soon have more street markets, open on more days Outdoor street markets are an ever-popular and free form of entertainment for many people who live in Murcia and visitors to the area. Now, a number of changes and developments.. 26/04/2022

Five great walks in the Region of Murcia!From the Costa Cálida in the south to the mountains of Jumilla, fabulous landscapes and fascinating sights! Throughout the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida there are countless attractive walking routes, popular with those exploring..

Astronomy Tours of the night (and day!) sky in MurciaLook at the surface of the sun, take a tour of the stars while eating tapas on a cruise ship and much more with the English-speaking team at Murcia’s Finca Astronomica Have you ever looked up at the sky and wondered what’s out there to see?..

Spectacular landscapes unique to the Region of MurciaJust a few of the natural gems of Murcia, put them on your “must visit” list! Most visitors know the Region of Murcia as a beach holiday destination, but in fact the variety of landscapes and spectacular views is far wider and it is worth..

Experiencia 43, a fascinating half-day out at the home of Licor 43 just outside CartagenaLearn more about the most popular liqueur in Spain on a guided tour of the factory and museum The tour includes tastings and a chance to pick up a great gift pack. The Licor 43 Experience offers visitors the chance to get to know one of Spain’..

Until May 29, KM 0 tapas and wine route in Jumilla4 euros for a top tapa and a glass of the local wine at 10 Wine Route establishments in and around Jumilla Great prizes on offer! The KM 0 tapas route in Jumilla is being held by the Ruta del Vino from April 29 until May 29 this year, following..

May 8 and 29 Free guided tours of the castle of JumillaSpectacular views from the majestic medieval castle of Jumilla During May the tourist office of Jumilla in the north of the Region of Murcia is holding two evening and sunset tours of the historic castle which stands overlooking the town on the second..

November 19: Free English language guided tour of the historic monuments of LorcaA free route uncovering some of the most important treasures of the historic city centre of Lorca Lorca is a city rich in history, its strategic position above the Guadalentín Valley having attracted human settlers for thousands of years. The Argarics..

December 15: Free English language guided tour of the historic monuments of LorcaA free route uncovering some of the most important treasures of the historic city centre of Lorca Lorca is a city rich in history, its strategic position above the Guadalentín Valley having attracted human settlers for thousands of years. The Argarics..

Hotel La Mariposa; accommodation and adventure activities in the Sierra Espuña Quad biking, buggy hire, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, laser clay pigeon shooting and rafting in the Sierra Espuña La Mariposa is a family-run hotel located in the village of Gebas, in the heart of the natiral park of the Sierra Espuñ..

The Cartagena tourist boat, trips around the bay and to the Fuerte de Navidad This popular tour shows many of the hillside defence fortifications which have protected Cartagena over the centuries A stop-off at the Fuerte de Navidad is a popular option among visitors to the city The historical importance of the city of Cartagena..

El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre: Centro de Recuperación de Fauna Silvestre de El Valle Fascinating environmental education visits for groups and families in the mountains just outside Murcia One of the cluster of facilities located near the visitors centre of the El Valle y Carrascoy regional park in the mountains just outside the city..

The Museo Azul de la Semana Santa in Lorca; MASSLorca is famed for the embroideries featured in the annual biblical processions in Easter Week (Semana Santa) One of the most impressive and ebullient expressions of faith which can be seen anywhere in the Region of Murcia is the remarkable collection of..

The “Nicolas Salzillo, Il Maestro” museum of the Paso Morado in LorcaThe museum contains pieces relating to the Semana Santa processions in Lorca Lorca has gained a fully justified reputation for artistic creativity due to the incredible biblical processions of Semana Santa week, the robes, standards and embroideries taking..

The MuPaEn embroidery museum in Lorca, the Paso Encarnado This is one of four museums dedicated to the embroideries of the Semana Santa processions in Lorca The Museo de Bordados del Paso Encarnado, often known by the acronym MuPaEn, is one of four museums in Lorca  dedicated to the remarkable embroideries..

A walking tour of Abanilla Spend a morning in the characterful town of Abanilla Abanilla is an attractive and characterful town, its compact nature making it the perfect destination for a morning visit, followed by a good lunch and an optional walk in the countryside afterwards..

What to see in Puerto Lumbreras What to visit and what to buy when visiting Puerto Lumbreras The municipality of Puerto Lumbreras lies in the south-west of the Region of Murcia and features a landscape which alternates between mountains such as the Cabezo de la Jara (1,242 metres above..

Recommendations for what to visit in Totana What to see, what to try and what to buy! There are three distinct choices for those planning a visit to Totana: around town, La Bastida or the Sierra Espuña, each offering a completely different side of this attractive municipality. First..

The MUDEM museum and the medieval wall of Molina de Segura A highly interactive museum in Molina which makes medieval history fun! The Museo del Enclave de la Muralla (or MUDEM) in Molina de Segura was designed to house and display to the public the remains of the medieval wall which was built almost a thousand..