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Free guided tours for staying overnight in Lorca hotels!The rewards scheme in Lorca represents a boost for both tourist accommodation businesses and visitors! The latest figures for tourism relating to 2025 in the city and municipality of Lorca show that the number of visitors, both from elsewhere in.. 25/02/2026

10 great ideas for a day out in LorcaToo 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 leisurely a stroll, rather than adhering.. 24/02/2026

Free guided tours of Lorca in SpanishTuesday 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..

Murcia's nature reserves see visitor boom in 2025Over 68,000 people explore parks through guided activities and centres Protected natural areas across the Region of Murcia welcomed more than 68,000 visitors in 2025, marking a steady rise in people enjoying these special spots. That's according to.. 02/02/2026

7 historical treasures found underground in the Region of MurciaTrace 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 found above ground in the Region of Murcia, from mountains..

Daily guided tours of the Palacio de Guevara in LorcaThe 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..

7 slow tourism experiences in the Region of MurciaTake 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 touch with Nature and showing respect for the environment..

13 typical stews and casseroles in the Region of Murcia!A range of traditional one-pot dishes characterizes different areas of the Costa Cálida and Murcia Whether you want to call them stews, casseroles or hotpots, the dishes made by “throwing everything in the pot” are among the most characteristic..

Explore the best of the Region of Murcia with Raquel ToursGuided, multi-lingual day trips, wine tastings and coastal adventures that reveal the authentic charm of the Region See Murcia through fresh eyes with Raquel Tours, where every journey reveals the true character of the Region. Whether you are drawn.. 05/11/2025

50 per cent off tourist accommodation in Murcia for those with Spanish residency!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 to those with Spanish residency at various tourist..

March 7 Free guided tour IN ENGLISH of El Berro, The Gateway to Sierra EspuñaThe 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 of guided visits in Alhama de Murcia last autumn and..

March 14 Free ENGLISH LANGUAGE TOUR: Inside the Holy Week of Alhama de MurciaA look behind the scenes of the Easter Week celebrations in Alhama de Murcia This free guided tour in Alhama de Murcia takes participants inside the world and the history of the Semana Santa (Easter Week) processions in the town and includes a tour of..

March 14 Free tour in Spanish: Inside the Semana Santa of Alhama de MurciaA look behind the scenes of the Easter Week celebrations in Alhama de Murcia This free guided tour in Alhama de Murcia takes participants inside the world and the history of the Semana Santa (Easter Week) processions in the town and includes a tour of..

March 15 Explore the Cuatro Calas coastline of Águilas on a free guided walkThe route includes the flora, fauna and geological peculiarities of this stretch of coastline This walk along in the Cuatro Calas area, in the far south-west of Águilas and the Region of Murcia, includes a chance to appreciate the unique biodiversity..

March 15 Free guided history tour of Puerto de Mazarron IN ENGLISHSee 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 on the Mediterranean coast, but for past civilzations..

March 15 Free guided hike up to the top of Cabezo del Mojón in Isla PlanaThe route begins at the beach of El Rihuete before heading inland and uphill This 8-kilometre hike, which begins at 9.00 and is expected to last three hours, is described as being “very simple”, although it includes a climb to the Cabezo del Moj..

March 20 Free guided tour of the fishing port and coastline of central ÁguilasFishing has played a vital role in the life and development of Águilas over the centuries This guided tour takes participants on an informative journey through the history of fishing in Águilas, visiting two natural mooring sites which have been..

March 21 Free ENGLISH LANGUAGE TOUR: Inside the Holy Week of Alhama de MurciaA look behind the scenes of the Easter Week celebrations in Alhama de Murcia This free guided tour in Alhama de Murcia takes participants inside the world and the history of the Semana Santa (Easter Week) processions in the town and includes a tour of..

March 21 Free guided history tour of Puerto de MazarronSee 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 on the Mediterranean coast, but for past civilzations..

March 28 Free guided tour IN ENGLISH of Gebas in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThis “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits in Alhama de Murcia last autumn and this latest edition on Saturday 28th March begins at 10.00..