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December 7 Free guided tour of the historic town centre of Aguilas

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Find out how Águilas has attracted settlers and developed over the course of its history

This tour, which is easy to manage for those of limited mobility, reveals to those joining it a little of the history of Águilas, taking in the port (with comments on the castle and the lighthouse of Punta Negra), the Plaza de España and various important monuments and buildings, such as the Ícaro (Carnival monument), the Monument to the Railway, the Archaeological Museum, the Roman baths, the Carnival museum and the church of San José in the Plaza de España.

The tour begins at the Tourist Office at 11.00 and lasts between two and two and a half hours. Bookings should be made online here as of approximately one month prior to the date of the event.

December 7 Free guided tour of the historic town centre of Aguilas In the course of its long and interesting history the natural resources of Águilas attracted prehistoric settlers, then the Romans and finally the British (!), all of whom found different reasons to establish settlements in the municipality and exploit the local minerals, fish and grasses.

This visit is free of charge, leaving you a little cash in your pocket to enjoy eating out in the town afterwards or staying for the weekend – the tourist office will be happy to provide you with details of where a good lunch can be obtained and accommodation details!

For more local events, news and visiting information go to the home page of Águilas Today.

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Tourist Information Office, Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, s/n. 30880-Aguilas

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Oficina de Turismo de Águilas

Aguilas Tourist Office Águilas boasts 28 kilometres of coastline, with many fine, sandy beaches, sheltered coves and unspoilt natural beaches. It is a great summer favourite with Spanish holidaymakers, so always has a superb programme of concerts and activities throughout the summer, as well as the biggest carnival in the Region of Murcia, 40 days before Semana Santa (Easter.)

Throughout the year it also has a number of museums and historical attractions, a castle with fabulous views overlooking the bay and several other points of interest, all of which make it an good place to visit for days out. Throughout the year the tourist office runs monthly guided tours and the route of the railways, which explores the railway history of the town.

The tourist information office is located in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, just a short walk from the sea front and Plaza de España, a cool, shaded space in which to enjoy a coffee.

More information about Águilas including beaches, what to see, what's on and tourist information can be found on ÁGUILAS TODAY

Opening Hours Tourism Office Águilas

16th September to 30th April 2019
Monday to Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 17:00 to 19:00
Sundays and bank hollidays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.

CHRISTMAS
24th and December 31st: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
December 25th, 1st and 6th January: Closed

CARNIVAL
Carnival Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Carnival Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Carnival Monday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Shrove Tuesday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Piñata Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.

Aguilas Tourist Office EASTER
Thursday and Friday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.

MAY, JUNE AND FIRST HALF OF SEPTEMBER
Monday to Friday: 09.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Sundays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.

JULY AND AUGUST
Monday to Friday: 09.30 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00 h.
Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00 h.
Sundays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.