Murcia
18 MAR - 31 DIC
Just 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 getting to know a few of them. The chances are that once you start exploring you'll find it hard to stop! Salto del Usero The waterfalls which burst out of a rock face just outside the Bullas are soon to be officially classified as a ¿Natural Monument¿, although locals who..
Murcia
24 MAR - 31 DIC
Take your pick from the huge choice of beach locations and activities in the Costa Cálida With the weather warming up after a distinctly grim first three weeks of March, and the Easter holidays just around the corner, many of us are beginning to become impatient for our first swim in the sea of 2025, and the Region of Murcia tourist board whets our appetite with a selection of wonderful spots on the Costa Cálida to make that first dip a special one! With apologies to the hardy souls who have been enjoying their daily swim throughout the..
Murcia
12 SEP - 31 DIC
Ideas for making the most of the green heart of Murcia in the mountains of Sierra Espuña If you count yourself as a lover of nature and of escaping the daily routine to breathe pure air and indulge in open-air sports, the Region of Murcia offers many options but the jewel in the crown is without doubt the Regional Park of Sierra Espuña. These mountains are sometimes known as the ¿green lung¿ of Murcia, and are located in the west of the Region, reaching a maximum altitude of 1,583 metres above sea level. The regional park is protected..
Murcia
31 AGO - 31 DIC
From tiny, humble structures to majestic and monumental buildings in the Costa Cálida The long and turbulent history of the Region of Murcia has left a legacy of fascinating architectural structures of all kinds, some of them rightly praised as works of art in the own right and others far less glorified, unlikely to make the front covers of travel magazines but equally revealing and fascinating in many different ways! This selection contains a mix of everything, from the old to the new, from the grandiose to the humble, and of course from..
La Unión
11 OCT
A Roman villa, great views and a lovely walk in the fascinating countryside of the La Unión coastline Arguably one of the most attractive of the hundreds of events being held all over the Region of Murcia over the long holiday weekend of 9th to 12th October is this 4-kilometre walk through the fascinating countryside of the Bay of Portmán in the municipality of La Unión. Beginning at 9.45 at the car park of the Cenizas gun battery, the route organized by the Fundación Sierra Minera includes following the old Roman road along the coastline..
Alhama de Murcia
11 OCT
The village is a hub for rural tourism in the mountains of Alhama de Murcia This tour of the village of El Berro, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits in Alhama de Murcia last autumn and this latest edition begins at 10.00 on Saturday 11th October in the car park of the Sierra Espuña campsite (click for map) on the edge of the village and lasts around two hours. Although the village might not be ¿quaint¿, it boasts some charming little corners and streets and of course enjoys great..
Alhama de Murcia
24 OCT
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San Javier
16 OCT
Enjoy an autumn excursion on the calm water of the largest saltwater lagoon in Europe A series of free guided boat trips on the calm water of the Mar Menor are setting out from the jetty next to the Miramar restaurant in Santiago de la Ribera (the same one used by the ferry which carries passengers to and from La Manga del Mar Menor) during the autumn of 2026, the third of them on Friday 16th October. These trips are proving immensely popular, and bookings for the first one on 25th September were complete well before the event! The..
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Cultural, sports, ecotourism, even magical. There are routes to suit all ages and tastes. Take a look at our suggestions and get ready to discover the region. Don't forget your camera and wear comfortable shoes, because there is a long way to walk...
La Manga, a renowned touristic hotspot for decades, has been a Mecca for lovers of white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and hustle and bustle. Despite the huge number of visitors that descend here every year, this paradise still has many spots to explore, surprises to offer and secluded places to discover. Only here can you choose to swim in two seas, or watch the sun set and or rise over either of these waters.
Cieza is the entrance to the North of the Region of Murcia. Full of crossroads, it keeps a rich historical legacy inherited from different cultures that have occupied its territory since the antiquity. Beautiful landscapes, festivities, cave paintings, routes, museums, gastronomy and adventure turn Cieza into a destination for all ages.
Caravaca de La Cruz is considered to be one of the five holy cities in the world, and a key destination for pilgrims and travellers alike who are looking for an inspiring, different and above all enjoyable place to go.
Torre Pacheco is a rural destination surrounded by farmland, windmills and important archaeological sites. It's a wonderful place to take a few days off, play golf or simply enjoy its cuisine.
In the Northeast is al-Bayada, which means "the white town" in Arabic. Abanilla is known as the Murcian Palestine because of its desert landscapes, palm trees oasis and Muslim origin.
It is at the southernmost point of the region, bordering Andalusia. Águilas will captivate you with its beaches, history and Mediterranean charm. You don't need to go far if you wish to wander.
Alcantarilla is located just 5 miles away from Murcia. This town, famous for its "huerta" (vegetable garden), is a perfect combination of tradition and innovation and was settled by Iberians, Romans, Arabs and Christians.
