Murcia
31 DIC - 31 DIC
From embroidery to medieval castles, from wineries to railway engineering, just some of the fascinating visits on offer in the Region of Murcia With the lifting of pandemic restrictions there has been a huge resurgence of interest in joining guided tours in the Region of Murcia, and now that the weather at last appears to be making activities out of doors an attractive proposition there are a myriad of visits to choose from. From wine tours in the north to railway history visits in the south-west of the Costa Cálida, passing through..
Lorca
12 ABR - 31 DIC
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, visitors can admire decorative elements and furniture, some of which date back to the time..
Murcia
11 JUN - 31 DIC
Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace Among the many tourist sights in Lorca one of the most popular is the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, where both visitors and locals can enjoy the architectural, historical and artistic heritage of the 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 with handsets or through a QR code on smartphones. The tour includes both the exterior..
Lorca
07 FEB - 31 DIC
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 is to book yourself in on one of the free tours offered on Tuesdays and Fridays at 17.00. The visit lasts around 90 minutes and the only requirement is that a minimum group size of 34 people is reached, so if you take part in a group of four then even if only one of you speaks Spanish it will be possible to understand a good deal of information..
Murcia
01 OCT - 30 NOV
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Murcia
13 OCT - 30 NOV
Much of the most important and best-known architecture in Murcia reflects the splendour of the 18th century This free guided walk in the city centre of the regional capital of Murcia takes participants back to the 18th century, when various magnificent churches and other buildings took shape in the city decorated by superb baroque façades. The most characteristic features of this style are gorgeous sculptures and painted figures, and the route includes entry into churches like the one dedicated to San Juan to admire some of the religious..
San Javier
07 NOV
Discover the history and most important buildings of San Javier The free ¿Vía Herculea guided tour, which on this occasion is offered in Spanish, starts at 10.00 on Saturday November 7 at the San Javier Museum, where participants can learn about the town's history from the very early days as well as getting to know about some illustrious people born in the municipality. The items exhibited here, such as an aeroplane donated by the San Javier air base, take us on a journey through the past. The huge Nativity Scene (Belén), one of..
Alhama de Murcia
07 NOV
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Alhama de Murcia
07 NOV
Learn about the history and sights of Alhama on this easy-paced walking tour Enjoy this walking tour of the old town of Alhama de Murcia while learning (in Spanish) about the history of its most interesting sites and monumental buildings. The visit does not include the climb up to the castle of Alhama and is therefore appropriate for those without severely limited mobility. The route takes participants to several culturally and historically important sites and buildings in Alhama, such as the church of San Lázaro, Plaza Vieja, El Pósito..
Lorca
07 NOV
Ancient tales of lovers and ghosts as night falls in Lorca this Halloween! NOTE: THE DATE OF THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM 31st OCTOBER DUE TO THE 3 DAYS OF NATIONAL MOURNING DECLARED FOLLOWING THE RAIL DISASTER ON 28th OCTOBER Most people who visit Lorca are aware of the majestic castle above the city and the imposing Former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, as well as many other well-known buildings and monuments, but have you ever heard about the Christ of Coal? Or the lovers of the Alameda de los Tristes? Or the ghost of the Palacio..
Jumilla
08 NOV
Fantastic views from the historic 14th-century fortress which oversaw the development of Jumilla over the centuries In the clear air of autumn the views which can be enjoyed in the vast landscapes of the north of Murcia are quite breathtaking, and few are more impressive than those from the castle of Jumilla, perched high above the town and looking out over flat plains and the mountains of Sierra del Carche and the other ranges in the Altiplano. These are just one of the reasons why this guided tour of the castle (in Spanish) on Sunday..
Alhama de Murcia
14 NOV
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Jumilla
14 NOV - 15 NOV
The 19th century mausoleums and pantheons are predominantly in the Romantic style The main cemetery of Jumilla is not only a last resting place for the deceased, but also a site which allows insights into the historical and artistic heritage of the town as well as the values and beliefs of the 19th and 20th centuries. On 1st November Jumilla joins with the rest of Spain in celebrating All Saints and All Souls and shortly after this, the tourist information office is offering two free guided tours of the municipal cemetery on November 14..
Águilas
14 NOV
Four beaches and a fascinating array of flora and fauna on this coastal walk in Águilas To celebrate the long holiday weekend all over Spain between 9th and 12th October this special free guided walk is being held in Águilas along the coastline in the Cuatro Calas area in the west of the municipality. The SL-MU 18 ¿Cuatro Calas¿ footpath follows a route which is entirely within the protected landscape of Cuatro Calas, or four coves, and thus allows walkers to appreciate the cultural and natural aspects which led to protected status..
Alhama de Murcia
15 NOV
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Torre Pacheco
15 NOV
A guided tour of the Sima de las Palomas site on the mountain of Cabezo Gordo The Sima de las Palomas is a 20-metre-deep vertical shaft in the mountain of Cabezo Gordo, and has been in the spotlight of palaeontologists since 1991, when caver Juan Carlos Blanco Gago discovered part of a Neanderthal skeleton while he was descending into the cavity. Since then, further investigation has confirmed that the shaft was used as a shelter by Neanderthals, and various more skeletal remains have been found, and this free guided visit on Sunday 15th..
Alhama de Murcia
21 NOV
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San Javier
21 NOV
Discover the history and most important buildings of San Javier The free ¿Vía Herculea guided tour starts at 10.00 on Saturday 21st November at the San Javier Museum, where participants can learn about the town's history from the very early days as well as getting to know about some illustrious people born in the municipality. The items exhibited here, such as an aeroplane donated by the San Javier air base, take us on a journey through the past. The huge Nativity Scene (Belén), one of the main tourist attractions in San Javier..
