Oficina de Turismo de La Unión The tourist information office of La Unión is located at the Museo Minero, Calle Jacinto Conesa 21 (click for map),  telephone number 968 541614, email turismo..

Flowers, partying, fun, spectacle, religion, poignancy, music and food welcome the spring in the Costa Cálida For many people May is the best month to be spending time in the Region of Murcia: the..

A scenic 4.6-km route just outside the city centre of Lorca The Cejo de los Enamorados walking or hiking trail is a 4.6-kilometre route heading west out of the city of Lorca from the La Merced visitors..

A huge range of destinations for two-wheeled travel in all corners of the Costa Cálida Cycling tourism is becoming more and more popular throughout Europe and, for various reasons, the Region of Murcia..

Major €467,000 project aims to make one of Murcia’s most iconic coastal spots safer, greener and easier to enjoy Work has officially begun to transform the area around the Cabo de Palos lighthouse..

English language guides are available for these visits in Murcia, Caravaca, Cieza, Jumilla and Yecla Away from the magnificent beaches of the Region of Murcia, visitors can absorb thousands of years..

The family-run Murcia favourite has been organising great days out for the English-speaking community for more than seven years If you're looking for something to do over the coming weeks, Taquilla..

Open seven days a week with a takeaway service too, Annapurna is bringing something a little different to Los Belones If you haven't heard of Annapurna Nepali andIndian Restaurant in Los Belones..

Local fiestas, the sunniest climate in Europe and plenty of golf opportunities with front line beach accommodation on the shore of the Mar Menor As March begins there is a definite feeling that the..

This Caravaca cycling tour includes optional stops at two archaeological sites One of two recommended short cycling trips for those who are not accompanied by small children, this route is entitled..

After a winter break, Cabo de Palos’s favourite bar is reopening for the spring and summer season from this March Café Bar Yemanjá in Cabo de Palos will reopen its doors on Saturday March 14..

Too much to see, not enough time to see it – limit yourself to one day in Lorca and you’ll be back for more! Lorca, “The City of the Sun”, is one of those cities best enjoyed while taking a..

These protected treasures offer history, wildlife and whispers of the past, but you’ll need a boat to reach them Tucked inside the calm, salty waters of Murcia’s Mar Menor lagoon, five volcanic..

Tuesday afternoon visits to the most outstanding monuments in the historic city of Lorca If you speak enough Spanish then one of the best ways of starting to learn about the old city centre of Lorca..

A protected Regional Park which has barely been altered by human activity over the millennia The Regional Park of the Sierra de la Pila is an area of 8,836 hectares in the north-east of the Region..

Trace more than 2,000 years of history in Murcia with visits to these impressive archaeological digs and museum sites! While there is no doubting the marvellous sights and recommended visits to be..

ARCHIVED ARTICLE - The warmth of romantic settings more than makes up for the cold winter nights in the north of Murcia… It seems as though the extended Spanish Christmas, New Year and Three Kings..

From scents to puzzles, the park’s creative activities help animals stay active, curious and content in their natural habitats Terra Natura Murcia is taking animal care to the next level with its..

The Mazarron-based tour operator has announced a packed spring programme of day trips, festivals and mini-breaks across southern Spain After a busy start to the year, Taquilla Tickets has unveiled..

A historic town in the captivating countryside of northern Murcia with unique gastronomic, wine-making and fiesta traditions! Yecla is the northernmost municipality of the Region of Murcia, and its..

The popular Murcia tour operator will run accompanied shopping excursions on the last Tuesday of every month in 2026 Taquilla Tickets is giving bargain hunters and market lovers a new reason to..

The 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..

The 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..

Fenicios, Mercaderes del Mar show some of the items found on board the Bajo de la Campana wreck which was found off the coast of La Manga The ARQVA national museum of underwater archaeology in Cartagena..

Take 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..

The town of Abanilla celebrates 500 years of devotion to the Holy Cross The town of Abanilla in the north-east of Murcia is celebrating a Holy Jubilee Year in 2026 to celebrate 500 years of devotion..

History, wine, breathtaking landscapes, a medieval castle and some of the most widely acclaimed Spanish wine! Jumilla, which lies in the “Altiplano” area in the north of the Region of Murcia, is..

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..

Six guest chefs recognised by the Michelin Guide and Repsol will host exclusive dining experiences between March and November A new series of fine dining events will bring some of Spain’s most..

Active tourism, landscape and views, history and local gastronomy in the north-west of Murcia The town of Moratalla in the north-west of the Region of Murcia offers visitors a variety of rewarding..

From Macrame to Spanish for foreigners, from yoga to ballroom dancing, broaden your horizons at the Banco del Tiempo in San Javier! The ever-popular “time bank” returns to the municipality of San..

Metamórfosis en Águilas at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal in Águilas The painting exhibition “Metamórfosis en Águilas”, featuring works by local artist Yolanda Calle, can be visited..

A host of reasons to take a trip to this hidden valley just half an hour from the city of Murcia The Ricote Valley, with its green countryside and naturally isolated location, is in the heart of the..

Star of the show at the Archivo Municipal is the Torre de Santa Elena in La Azohía An exhibition of documentation relating to the old watchtowers dating from the Late Middle Ages dotted along the..

Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily..

22 figures created over the last 30 years at the Casa del Artesano in Jumilla The Casa del Artesano in Jumilla is holding an exhibition of the work of Basque sculptor Eduardo Beristain until 10th May..

The Holy Cross and Moors and Christians take centre stage as Abanilla enjoys a fortnight of fiestas The small town of Abanilla in eastern Murcia is remarkable for the devotion shown by the locals to..

The main Mayos weekend in Alhama de Murcia is the first in May   Alhama de Murcia celebrates its annual Los Mayos fiestas at the beginning of May, combining local traditions with entertainment and..

Tras Esa Montaña Hay Otra at the Palacio Almudí in the city of Murcia Since the start of the current millennium it is generally held that the field of painting has seen significant changes, from..

“Personajes de la DANA, Memoria compartida" at the El Pósito venue in Alhama Running from 10th April to 30th May, this exhibition at the El Pósito venue in Alhama by Antonio García López..

Food, fun and a festive atmosphere as Caravaca begins its major local fiestas! The Fiestas de la Vera Cruz in Caravaca, which include the renowned Running of the Wine Horses on 2nd May, stick to a..

Ogro El Musical at the church of San Lázaro in Alhama This show, which is being held during the 2026 Los Mayos fiestas in Alhama de Murcia, is a tribute to the Shrek franchise and begins at 21.00..

This week’s Thursday film in English at the Parque Almenara cinema in Lorca is ´Michael.´ For the second week running, the movie showing in its original English-language version with Spanish..

Guests booking directly through the website can now enjoy a complimentary breakfast Colina del Emperador, a family-run boutique beach house in La Manga del Mar Menor, has introduced a new benefit..

Four guided visits every weekend with something for both adults and children! As of Friday 1st May the opening hours of the Roman Theatre Museum in Cartagena, by some distance the most popular of..

A weekend of spectacular flying and all-round entertainment as huge crowds flock to Santiago de la Ribera! One of the largest and most popular events in the calendar of the Region of Murcia takes place..

A thoughtful gift, nature, and a relaxed day together make for the perfect way to treat Mum this May If you are looking for a simple but meaningful way to celebrate Mothers’ Day this year, Terra..

The Running of the Wine Horses takes place every year on May 2 The Running of the Wine Horses is one of the most exciting and unique fiesta activities in the Region of Murcia and takes place every..

Cuarteto Macondo present Coldplay as you’ve never heard them before! An unusual concert is being held at the Casa de la Cultura in Mazarrón (Calle Entierro de la Sardina, 65) on Saturday 2nd May..

See for yourself the legacy of the Romans, Phoenicians and other settlers in Mazarrón during previous millennia These days the municipality of Mazarrón is probably best known for its fabulous beaches..

10,000-year-old paintings in the rock shelters of Calar de la Santa The town of Moratalla in north-western Murcia is working hard on increasing the tourist attractions and activities in the municipality..

Over May Day weekend Águilas celebrates its 37th annual Romería Rociera al Molino del Saltaor Every year at the start of May Águilas holds a Romeria del Rocío, in which participants walk out..

A free ride along the inland shore of the Mar Menor in Los Narejos and Los Alcázares This 90-minute free tour takes visitors around Los Alcázares on the tourist train, which sets off from outside..

Find out how Águilas has attracted settlers and developed over the course of its history This Easter Saturday tour, which is easy to manage for those of limited mobility, reveals to those joining..

See the sights and learn the local history of the main annual fiestas in Alhama de Murcia The time of year has come when the town of Alhama de Murcia celebrates the arrival of spring with its annual..

The legendary Spanish group bring their 40th anniversary tour to the Nueva Espuña fairground in Alhama Among the musical events being held in Alhama de Murcia during the 2026 Los Mayos fiestas is..

Stress-free parking before you enjoy the spectacle in Santiago de la Ribera! With San Javier set to welcome huge numbers of visitors for the International Air Show over the weekend special parking..

Lots of live music and 50 outdoor bars in the centre of Cartagena over the weekend Over the long weekend of 1st to 3rd May the municipality of Cartagena joins many others across Spain in celebrating..

See the footsteps of sabre-tooth tigers in the mountains of Sierra de la Pedrera in the north-west of Jumilla One of the guided tours being held in Jumilla during June 2025 is a visit to the fossilized..

The most successful musical of all time at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Ever since it was first performed in London in 1986, Andrew Lloyd Weber’s The Phantom of the Opera has been delighting..

Live entertainment, a procession, music, dancing and food for all in the seaside village of Calabardina The first week of May is a time to celebrate the spring and fiestas relating to the tradition..

The “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..

Over 1,000 cars and other vehicles for sale at the largest event of its kind in the Region of Murcia Now in its 22nd edition, the annual second-hand and semi-new car and vehicle fair at the IFEPA venue..

Two award-winning international comedians will perform at a central Murcia venue this May   It looks like English-language stand-up comedy may be starting, against the odds, to build momentum in..

The Jazz Amigos de la Cultura season continues at the Casino of Águilas The Jazz Amigos de la Cultura society is holding another of its hugely popular jazz events on Saturday 9th May at the Casino..

The revered figure of Christ Tied to the Whipping Post is accompanied back to its mountain sancutary Every year on the second Sunday in May the Romería del Cristo Amarrado takes place in Jumilla..

Fun and entertainment for children in the main square of La Torre A special afternoon and evening of fun and activities for children is being held in the Cown centre Square in La Torre Golf Resort..

The Pearl of the Mar Menor tour in Spanish illustrates the history of Santiago de la Ribera through its most important buildings This relaxed tour takes in the locality of Santiago de la Ribera on..

Wildlife and salt production in the spectacular landscape of the Regional Park of San Pedro The route of this guided walk in the Regional Park of the Salt Flats and Dunes of San Pedro del Pinatar follows..

A 3-hour walk in the mountains between Camposol and Pinilla The second section of the Vía Verde in the municipality of Mazarrón starts in El Saladillo, very close to the Camposol development, and..

Discover the crypto-wetland birdlife site near the road from Camposol and Condado to Alhama World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated on 9th May and on the following day this special guided walk is being..

Music by Saint-Saëns and Tchaikovsky 1940s Argentinian tangos at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia This latest concert by the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra (OSRM) at the Auditorio Ví..

Gillman, El Documental at the seafront auditorium in Águilas British engineer Gustavo Gillman (1856-1922) was, by all accounts, an impressive man in many respects. Described by his contemporaries..

Discover 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 spring of 26 is this visit to the most..

Few cities can match the heady mix of history, culture and tradition in the September fiestas of Cartagena! Every year in September, when the heat of summer is beginning to die down, the city of Cartagena..

Discover the fascinating Badlands and river gorge of the Chícamo in eastern Murcia Starting at 10.00 and lasting approximately three and a half hours, this free guided walk is along a 4-km route..

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..

The village of El Berro 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..

A 2-hour walk on the environmentally friendly route along the seafront of Águilas town centre The network of “Senderos Azules” is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association of Environmental..

The intimate atmosphere of this old fortress town in northern Murcia harks back to the Middle Ages The town of Moratalla in north-west Murcia has an atmospheric and complete old quarter with winding..

Learn about the colourful birdlife in the dunes and salt flats of San Pedro! Starting at 11.00 and lasting approximately 2 hours, this free guided walk is an easy 2-km stroll for all the family in..

Explore the high ground of south-eastern Murcia behind Totana and Alhama de Murcia European Natura 2000 Day falls on 21st May this year and on the Sunday before a free 7-km guided walk is being held..

Beauty on the banks of the River Segura between Moratalla and Calasparra The Cañaverosa nature reserve was created in 1992 and occupies an area of approximately 225 hectares in the far north-west..

Agatha Christie’s classic at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena in Águilas Recreating Agatha Christie’s 1934 masterpiece, made more famous still by two star-studded film productions, this production..

Discover the history and most important buildings of San Javier The free “Vía Herculea" guided tour starts at 9.30 on Saturday 23rd May at the San Javier Museum, where participants can learn..

See the spectacular Badlands of Gebas and experience the culture of this village in Alhama de Murcia This “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuñ..

Clear air, great views and the spectacular badlands in the Alhama de Murcia village of Gebas This “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a..

The Origins of the Mar Menor tour traces the ancient and modern history of La Manga This 5-kilometre walking tour in La Manga begins at the bridge of El Estacio and the channel which enables boats..

A 7.5-km route along the south-westernmost stretch of the Mazarrón coastline This hiking route runs along the largely flat coastline between Percheles in Mazarrón and Puntas de Calnegre, which is..

The picturesque old centre of Cehegín becomes even more welcoming in late May! The town of Cehegín in north-west Murcia is renowned for its picturesque beauty and stunning landscape all year round..

Learn 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..

Lorca castle hosts a combination of lepidopterology and music Every spring the hill on which the castle stands above the city of Lorca welcomes an outburst of butterfly life as the insects enter the..

An eco-friendly walking and cycling route at the western end of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” (Blue Trails) is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association..

A curious vestige of plans to create a mini-Venice at the northern end of La Manga! The Puente de la Risa (the Bridge of Laughter) is one of the vestiges of an ambitious idea proposed by the pioneer..

The Coen Brothers classic in a new season of Cineforum screenings in Los Alcázares The Asociación Eco Cultural de Los Alcázares and the Culture department of the Town Hall have launched another “..

Discover the history and most important buildings of San Javier The free guided tour, which on this occasion is offered in Spanish, starts at 9.30 on Saturday 30th May at the San Javier Museum, where..

Discover 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..

A morning of ornithological sightseeing in the Regional Park of San Pedro In the course of this gentle two-hour walk around the salt flats of the regional park of San Pedro del Pinatar there are plenty..

A chance to learn about history and local wildlife on the fascinating coastline of Águilas The "Los Cocedores" Blue Trail in Águilas takes its name from the numerous pools in which esparto..

See the sights and learn the local history of the main annual fiestas in Alhama de Murcia The time of year has come when the town of Alhama de Murcia celebrates the arrival of spring with its annual..