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Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre Cartagena Murcia: open seven days a week Where to shop in Cartagena and the Mar Menor Murcia The Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre is on the eastern outskirts of Cartagena, heading out of the city towards La Manga and the Mar Menor, and contains a full selection of shopping opportunities..

Cartagena Puerto de Culturas tourist attractions in the city of Cartagena Historic monuments and museums, tourist bus, boat trips and the panoramic lift Cartagena Puerto de Culturas was formed in 2001 by the regional government of Murcia in collaboration with the Town Hall of Cartagena, the local Chamber of Commerce..

The Roman Forum District museum in the Molinete archaeological park in Cartagena The remains of a thermal baths complex and a temple to the deities Isis and Serapis on the Molinete hill in Cartagena When the importance of Carthago Nova, the Roman city which evolved into Cartagena, became clear during the 20th century one of the problems..

Discounts on visiting historic sites in Cartagena with vouchers from Cartagena Puerto de Culturas Choose your own itinerary as you discover the 3,000-year history of Cartagena The wealth of historical sites and museums in Cartagena can make it very difficult to decide which to visit during a short stay in the city, so Cartagena Puerto de Culturas..

The Cartagena tourist boat, trips around the bay and to the Fuerte de Navidad This popular tour shows many of the hillside defence fortifications which have protected Cartagena over the centuries A stop-off at the Fuerte de Navidad is a popular option among visitors to the city The historical importance of the city of Cartagena..

The Fuerte de Navidad, a well-preserved 18th century military fortress in the bay of Cartagena A small museum, great views and an insight into the military history of the port of Cartagena For millennia Cartagena has been a safe haven for sailors on account of its natural protected harbour, where the bay is surrounded by rocky outcrops which facilitate..

The panoramic lift in Cartagena, great views of the city and the port alongside the Castillo de la Concepción Superb panoramic photos of Cartagena, a historic park and a local history museum in the castle The panoramic lift in Cartagena is by far the most practical way to reach the highest point in the city, where the 13th and 14th century fortress of the Castillo..

The tourist bus in Cartagena, enjoy the sights of the historic city on an open-air double deckerA 45-minute trip taking in the highlights of a visit to Cartagena A trip around the historic city of Cartagena on board the double-decker tourist bus laid on by Cartagena Puerto de Culturas is a great way of ensuring that in a limited amount of time..

The Augusteum, a Roman temple in Cartagena dedicated to the Emperor Augustus A temple to elevate the Emperor of Rome to the status of a deity in the city of Carthago Nova The Romans conquered the Carthaginian city of Qart Hadasht in 209 BC, renaming it Carthago Nova, and almost 150 years later (between 54 and 45 BC) the administrative..

La Casa de la Fortuna, a 2,000-year-old Roman residence in Cartagena A glimpse into the lives of the wealthy merchants of Carthago Nova The Romans conquered the Carthaginian city of Qart Hadasht in 209 BC, renaming it Carthago Nova, and almost 150 years later (between 54 and 45 BC) the administrative and economic importance..

The Civil War air raid shelter museum in Cartagena The Refugio Museo de la Guerra Civil in the centre of Cartagena Looking at the serenity and beauty of the port in Cartagena today it can be hard to envisage the destruction that the city suffered during the years of the Spanish Civil War between 1936..

The Punic Wall Interpretation Centre in Cartagena Remains of the 2,200-year-old Carthaginian "Muralla Púnica" which failed to protect the city from the Romans This centre contains part of the remains of the original wall which encircled the city during the period immediately before the..

English language guided tours of Cartagena, Murcia and throughout the RegionGuided tours in Cartagena and Murcia Mediterranean Cartagena Tours is one of the few fully legal and qualified companies offering group outings, guided tours, and hiking excursions around the Region of Murcia and the province of Alicante, not only in English..

Cabo de Palos lighthouse The lighthouse of Cabo de Palos has been in operation since 1865 The lighthouse in Cabo de Palos is without doubt the most representative building of the village, and has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest due not only to its historical and navigational..

Opening hours Cartagena museums throughout the yearCartagena has a good selection of monuments and museums which can be visited in combination with exhibitions, trips out or concerts. The long and varied history of Cartagena has attracted a succession of different cultures, each leaving its own trace.. 14/10/2014

Tourist Information Office La Unión Oficina de Turismo de La Unión The tourist Information office in La Unión is located in the Casa del Piñón, one of the most important historical buildings in La Unión and the location of the Town Hall of La Unió..

Museo Naval CartagenaCartagena Naval Museum The Museo Naval of Cartagena transferred to its new location in May 2012. The Museum is located in a building which is generally referred to as the CIM building, CIM standing for Cuartel de Instrucción de Marinerí..

What to visit in Cartagena Main tourist attractions Cartagena Cartagena is a city steeped in history and has many fascinating locations to visit. These are the main attractions, although there are plenty of buildings and monuments of lesser importance which also make time spent..

The monument to the Héroes de Cavite in CartagenaThe Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the Héroes de Cavite The Plaza del Ayuntamiento is one of the focal points of the city of Cartagena, home to the Roman Theatre and Town Hall, with the tourist office at its foot, a place where various streets meet..

Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucia The Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucía recognises Cartagena´s glassmaking traditions Cartagenas new glass museum, the Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucía, has now opened its doors to the public and is up and running as an exhibition facility.. 11/10/2011

Where to park a Camper van or high topped car in Cartagena centre Where to park in Cartagena Centre if you´ve got one of these or a high car. To be honest, it´s not easy. Much of the parking in Cartagena is in underground carparks, and the street parking is narrow and difficult for campers to find..

The church of Santa María de Gracia in CartagenaLa Iglesia de Santa María de Gracia, Cartagena The church lies between the Calle del Aire and the Calle de San Miguel. The main entry is in Calle Aire, and the side entrance is used during Semana Santa, when those taking part in the processions enter..

Tourist information office Cartagena Spain Oficina de turismo de Cartagena Cartagena tourism information Where to find basic tourism information and information about historical sites and places to visit in Cartagena, Spain. Cartagena has a wealth of historical sites, including the Roman..

Cartagena Burial Necropolis 3rd-7th century Cartagena, Necropolis in the Museo Arqueologico The Necropolis on which the Municipal Archaeological museum is built was discovered and excavated in 1967, covering an area of 700 square metres in total. It is located on the banks of what was formerly..

Parking in Cartagena, Locations and heights of Underground car parks Where to park in Cartagena Spain, Public Car Parks. There are several options for parking in Cartagena, all of which give easy access to both tourist attractions, cultural centres or shopping areas. There is on-street parking throughout the city..

Parking in Cartagena, Metered parking areas Where to park in Cartagena, On street metered parking There are three different zones for on-street parking. Blue Zone These zones are dedicated for short-term traffic, namely for periods of more than half an hour, but less than two hours 10 minutes..

MURAM, Museum of Modern Art, Museo Regional de Arte Moderno The MURAM in Cartagena is the Region of Murcia's most important modern art museum This museum is housed in the Palacio Aguirre, one of the most architecturally important buildings of Cartagenas modernist movement. It is located..

Following the Military Trail , Cartagena, 20th century Locations with a Military History in Cartagena The Batteries of Castillitos and El Jorel at Cabo Tinoso 44 elements covered every angle of attack and batteries were constructed in a ring which encircled Cartagena and out along the coast as part of..

Cartagena Spain, The Military Museum Cartagena Spain, El Museo Militar The Military museum, Cartagena Spain Anyone with an interest in military history or weaponry could lose themselves in this museum for days, as it is absolutely bulging at the seams with all things military. There..

Visiting the Fuerte de Navidad fortress in Cartagena by car, a roundabout route with interesting detours Discover the timeless fishing village of La Algameca hidden in a small rocky inlet Since its restoration and conversion into a small museum between 2004 and 2007 the fortress of the Fuerte de Navidad has become a popular destination for visitors to the..

ARQUA, Marine Archaeology Museum, Cartagena Cartagena, ARQUA, Museo Nacional de Arqueologia Subacuatica. Located in the Paseo del Muelle Alfonso XII, next to the cruise ship terminal, this museum has been designed as a window into the world of underwater archaeology, the cutting edge building housing..

The Muralla Bizantina, Cartagena, art gallery and archaeological siteThe Muralla Bizantina also contains remains of the Roman Theatre in its basement This is an interesting location, and can be added into any Cartagena itinerary as it is both a very attractive art gallery which hosts some excellent exhibitions and a historical..

Cartagena, Museo Arqueologico Municipal, Archaeological Museum Museo Arqueológico Municipal Enrique Escudero de Castro in Cartagena The archaeological museum is a fascinating place to visit as its actually constructed around the archaeological site of a burial necropolis which was in use for approximately 400..

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