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What to see in the Region of Murcia

Murcia’s cathedral and casino, the Roman theatre of Cartagena, Baroque Lorca, Caravaca de la Cruz, one of the holy cities of Christianity, and the coves of Águilas and the Mar Menor.

Updated 20 October 2026 · How we make our guides

Cities, villages and nature

Open each one to see all its sights, where to stay, day trips and when to go.

Region of Murcia
Murcia

The Baroque cathedral, the Casino, the market gardens and some of the best vegetables in Spain.
- Murcia Cathedral
- Real Casino
- Mercado de Verónicas
- Segura river
What to see in Murcia
Region of Murcia
Cartagena

A Roman theatre by the harbour, modernista buildings and the story of Carthaginians and Romans.
- Roman Theatre
- Harbour and Arsenal
- Castillo de la Concepción
- Cabo de Palos
What to see in Cartagena
Region of Murcia
Lorca

The City of the Sun, with its castle and its Holy Week of embroidered robes.
- Lorca Castle
- Old town
- Plaza de España
What to see in Lorca
Region of Murcia
Caravaca de la Cruz

The fifth holy city of the world, with the True Cross in its castle-sanctuary.
- Basilica-Sanctuary
- Castle
- Fiestas de la Cruz
What to see in Caravaca de la Cruz
Region of Murcia
Águilas

Unspoilt coves, a castle above the harbour and one of the most colourful carnivals.
- San Juan Castle
- Águilas Carnival
- Las Delicias Beach
What to see in Águilas
Region of Murcia
La Manga del Mar Menor

A strip of sand between two seas: the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor, a large saltwater lagoon with calm water.
- Mar Menor
- Calblanque
- Cabo de Palos
- Islas Hormigas
What to see in La Manga del Mar Menor

When to go

Spring to autumn for the coast; in winter it’s one of the mildest areas on the mainland. Holy Week in Murcia, Cartagena and Lorca is very well known.

What to eat

Zarangollo
Pastel de carne (meat pie)
Caldero del Mar Menor (fish and rice)
Michirones (broad bean stew)
Paparajotes

Recipes to make at home

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in the Region of Murcia?

The must-sees: Murcia, Cartagena, Lorca, Caravaca de la Cruz, Águilas and La Manga del Mar Menor. Each guide has its sights, where to stay, day trips and when to go.

When is the best time to visit the Region of Murcia?

Spring to autumn for the coast; in winter it’s one of the mildest areas on the mainland. Holy Week in Murcia, Cartagena and Lorca is very well known.

What to eat in the Region of Murcia?

Zarangollo, Pastel de carne (meat pie), Caldero del Mar Menor (fish and rice), Michirones (broad bean stew) and Paparajotes. You’ll find the recipe for zarangollo and café asiático in their guides.

What to see on the coast of Murcia?

Cartagena, the coves of Calblanque, the Mar Menor and Águilas, with its beaches and castle.

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Reviewed 20 October 2026. Places and areas: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.

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