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 which hit the city of Lorca on 11th May 2011, the palatial residence has now been fully restored and converted into a museum which opened to the public on 28th February 2024. Entering through the main doorway, built in the style of an altarpiece..

The exhibition at the MASS museum in Lorca traces the development of Rome into the leading world power A special exhibition entitled “Roma Eterna” is running at the Museo del Paso Azul in Lorca until the end of June, creating a journey through time to explain how Rome developed from the legend of its foundation by Romulus and Remus to become the dominant metropolis of the western world and the source of one of the most influential civilizations..

See the remains of the Jewish synagogue and the two most important towers at Lorca castle The magnificent castle of Lorca, standing high above the city in a location which made it impregnable throughout the constant struggle between Moors and Christians in the part of Sapin in the Middle Ages, is offering a complete visiting package throughout this spring, ending with a meal based on the Sephardic Jewish traditions which were prevalent in the..

A tribute to local lawyer Juan Alcázar at the Palacete de Huerto Ruano venue in Lorca An exhibition of work by the Canarie-born artist Gloria Díaz is being held until 30th May at the Huerto Ruano venue in Lorca, as an act of homage to the recently departed local lawyer Juan Alcázar, a close friend of the artist. The exhibition can be visited free of charge on weekdays from 11.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 20.00. Gloria Díaz was born in Tijarafe..

Visiting Lorca for the very first time, the Outlet Fair has already been a huge success in other major cities If you love a bargain then you’re in for a real treat. From Friday May 30 to Sunday June 1, Lorca is rolling out the red carpet for shopaholics with the very first edition of the Lorca Outlet Fair: a shopping extravaganza packed with big-name brands, unbeatable prices and thousands of items to choose from.   Held in collaboration..

The children’s classic in Spanish at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca Based on Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book stories, published as long ago as 1894, this family musical in Spanish is perfect for all the family from the first note to the last as it traces the adventures of Mowgli. At the same time, the production aims to transmit messages related to social and family values, as well as learning and respect for the natural environment..

One of the top current flamenco singers at the IFELOR venue in Lorca Canelita, a native of Algeciras, has risen to become one of the most widely appreciated flamenco vocalists on the current Spanish music scene, a reputation forged not by any effort to attract publicity but by the support he has received of other renowned artists who appreciated his talent long ago. His fame was sealed with the album Vuelvo in 2010, featuring traditional flamenco..

Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace A new tour is being offered in Lorca this summer of the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, enabling both visitors and locals to enjoy the artistic heritage of the historic city every day of the week except on Mondays through visits in which audio guides are available in Spanish, English and French. These audio guides can be used either with headsets or..

The refurbished palace welcomes back Lorca tourist office After the long refurbishment and restoration of the monumental Palacio de Guevara in Lorca the tourist office will be moving back to the building, offering services not only to those visiting the city as a whole but also those who are keen to see the interior of the palatial mansion. Like the office in the Plaza de España, the Palacio de Guevara boasts a central location and also the..

A great way to enjoy 12 months of reduced price admission to most of the major tourist attractions in Lorca The attractions of the historic city of Lorca are so numerous that they are best visited over a couple of days, a week or throughout the year, and the Lorca y Tú discount card offers complete freedom to get to know the city over a period of 12 months without rushing round and missing fascinating details. Among the benefits for cardholders..