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Free Spanish-language tours of Lorca in Spanish January 2026Discover the most important buildings of the old city centre on a 90-minute tour of Lorca! For those with enough understanding of the Spanish language these free tours of the city of Lorca are a great way to see the historic city and some of its most important..

Lorca reports increase in tourist and visitor numbers in 202515,600 non-Spanish visitors came to Lorca last year The Town Hall of Lorca has reported a significant increase in the number of visitors and tourists seeking information at the Tourist Office and information points in the city during 2025, with non-Spaniards.. 13/01/2026

Daily guided tours of the Palacio de Guevara in LorcaThe palatial residence contains antique furniture from the last 350 years and important works of art Almost 13 years after the Casa de Guevara was closed to visitors after being damaged in the earthquakes which hit the city of Lorca on 11th May 2011, the palatial..

7 slow tourism experiences in the Region of MurciaTake your foot of the pedal as you wallow in the rhythms of Nature and local customs in rural Murcia! “Slow tourism” is a way of travelling which places the emphasis on tranquillity, getting in touch with Nature and showing respect for the environment..

13 typical stews and casseroles in the Region of Murcia!A range of traditional one-pot dishes characterizes different areas of the Costa Cálida and Murcia Whether you want to call them stews, casseroles or hotpots, the dishes made by “throwing everything in the pot” are among the most characteristic..

January 24 Free guided tour of the castle of San Juan in AguilasLearn about the 18th century Castillo de San Juan in the coastal town of Águilas This regular guided tour is held monthly in Águilas, giving visitors a chance to enjoy the spectacular views from the fortress of San Juan de las Águilas..

January 24 Guided visit to the ancient Argaric settlement of La Bastida in TotanaA chance to see the 4,000-year-old “Troy of the West” just outside the town of Totana One of the most fascinating ancient archaeological sites of south-eastern Spain is La Bastida, which was an Argaric settlement just outside the modern town of..

January 31 Free guided tour of the Torre de los Caballos in BolnuevoDiscover some of the most significant sites in the history of Mazarrón and the Miracle of Bolnuevo! Among the wide range of free tours in Mazarrón during the winter of 2025-26 is this visit to the most important locations in Bolnuevo, including..

Explore the best of the Region of Murcia with Raquel ToursGuided, multi-lingual day trips, wine tastings and coastal adventures that reveal the authentic charm of the Region See Murcia through fresh eyes with Raquel Tours, where every journey reveals the true character of the Region. Whether you are drawn.. 05/11/2025

50 per cent off tourist accommodation in Murcia for those with Spanish residency!Hotel, rural accommodation and campsite stays at half price throughout Murcia! The regional government has once again launched its annual Bono Turístico scheme, which consists of 50% discounts offered to those with Spanish residency at various tourist..

A day out with a difference in El Portús: kayakking followed by relaxation at the campsiteActive tourism blends seamlessly with winding down by the pool in this hidden bay on the coastline of Cartagena El Portús is one of those places it’s easy to miss on a visit to the coast of the Region of Murcia – well set back from the main..

Getting away from it all in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThe “green heart” of the Region of Murcia is a must for lovers of the great outdoors all year round! The Regional Park of Sierra Espuña is one of the great natural treasures of the Region of Murcia, with its marvellous landscapes, innumerable..

Aguilas museum and visitor centre opening timesThe castle and the Sagrera windmill both offer stunning views, and the CIMAR Aquarium and railway, Hornillo and archaeological museums all offer interesting journeys into the past... The municipality of Águilas offers a number of interesting and enjoyable..

The best snorkelling sites in the Region of Murcia!Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no better way to cool down than with a dip in the..

The Tres Bahías Blue Trail in ÁguilasAn eco-friendly walking and cycling route encompassing the three main bays of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association of Environmental and Consumer Education, to..

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..

New Marco Topo family gymkhana activities in LorcaFamilies enjoy puzzle-solving challenges while learning about the castle and city centre of Lorca A new addition to the already wide range of visitor activities for visitors has been announced at the castle and in the old city centre of Lorca, where the popular..

Great beach locations in Murcia to take your first dip of the year!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..

10 sites to see prehistoric rock art in the Region of MurciaFrom Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside is evidence that the forefathers of modern humans inhabited..

The annual Berber Raids fiestas in Los AlcázaresHoly Week processions are replaced by a commemoration of medieval times in the town of Los Alcázares! Every spring, coinciding with austerity which marks Holy Week and Easter in the rest of the Region of Murcia, the town of Los Alcázares on the..