Murcia Province

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Overview

The Murcia region offers a tantalising choice of landscapes and sights, ranging from the chill-out beaches and captivating coves of the Costa Cálida to the medieval magic of its towns. The ancient port of Cartagena has a magnificent array of Roman and Carthaginian ruins, while Murcia is a buzzy regional capital with pleasant parks and a cracking eating scene. Earthquake-damaged Lorca has bounced right back and its lovely old town is looking superb again. To appreciate fully the unspoiled hinterland, you will need your own wheels.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Real Casino de Murcia

Murcia

Murcia’s resplendent casino first opened as a gentlemen’s club in 1847. Painstakingly restored to its original glory, the building is a fabulous…

Historic square Plaza de Espana in the old town of Lorca.

Plaza de España

Murcia Province

The highlight of the old town is a group of baroque buildings around Plaza de España, including the Pósito, a 16th-century former granary; the 18th…

Cuatro Calas

Murcia Province

The big draw in the Águilas area is the Cuatro Calas a few kilometres southwest of town. These four coves are largely unmolested by tourist development …

Castillo Fortaleza del Sol

Murcia Province

The town’s castle, high over town, is an impressive place, a huge medieval complex characterised by two towers. The basic entry includes an audio guide…

Colegiata de San Patricio

Murcia Province

This stately and beautiful gem of a church presides in golden-stone majesty over Lorca's central square. The sober and handsome triple-tiered baroque…

Museo Nacional de Arqueología Subacuática

Cartagena

This excellent, attractive space delves into the depths of the fascinating world of underwater archaeology. It starts off by explaining the work of those…

Museo del Teatro Romano

Cartagena

This impressive complex was designed by top Spanish architect Rafael Moneo. The tour transports visitors from the initial museum on Plaza del Ayuntamiento…