Things to see & Do
The costa Calida/Murcia region
•Shopping:Please bear in mind that local shops will open at approximately 10.00 am
And close for siesta at 14.00 pm,they will than re-open at 17.00 pm to 21.00 pm
Approximately,the indoor shopping centres do not close for siestas.
• San Javier: A well established town with an excellent sports centre,is located just
off the coast.The Dos Mares shopping complex is situated just outside San Javier,on the
main AP7,exit 777,it has many excellent shops,including a large supermarket..
Family Days out
•Aqua Natura Murcia
The water park,known as Zanzibar,it offers a really refreshing oasis of relaxation just
A short distance from the centre of murcia.
• Terra Natura Murcia is a new-generation wildlife park
At terra Natura Murcia you can see more than 300 animals from 50 different species,
Three of which are in serious danger of extinction,plus over 500 examples of more
Than 50 species of trees,shrubs and ground cover plants from these regions.
• TerraMitica Park
Web site:www.terramiticapark.com
The park is divided into four different parts. White knuckle roller coasters rides
which turn 360 degrees, and calm and tranquil boat rides in ancient Egypt. Smaller
kids won’t miss out either, as there are plenty of rides for the little ones,this excellent
theme park is a really ideal fun day out for all the family,a fabulous day out to
Remember.
•Scuba diving in Murcia,La Manga:
•La Manga which means “ The sleeve” is already well known to spanish divers for its
Top class dive sites,but now short travel times,cheap flights and reasonably priced
accommodation are making La Manga an increasingly attractive option for scuba
Diving Holidays,short-breaks and dive packages from other European countries.
•THE MAR MENOR: the largest saltwater lagoon in Europe
Southeast of the region you will find the beautiful Mar Menor (little water),170 square
Kilometers (66 square miles) in size,with shallow warm waters,with a temperature
Remaining year -round a little higher than the nearby Mediterranean.
Scattered along the shores you will find small towns and villages ,each offering
Something for everyone,from fantastic sports facilities to beautiful architecture.
•LOS ALCAZARES
Los Alcazeres was chosen by the arab kings for a residential retreat,beautiful
‘Blue Flag’ beaches,a plam lined promenade,beach bars,restaurants,tapas bars,
shops,water sports,markets and amenities,make it the ideal location for the perfect
Holiday.
•SANTIAGO DE LE RIBERA:is on the the MAR MENOR, on the coast of Murcia.
This old fishing village has 4 kilometres of beach,with fine golden sands,there are two
Events held in summer:the fiesta of La Virgen del Carmen,patron saint of sailors,on
16th july; the National Folk Festival,in the the third week of this same month.
Its Mediterranean waters are ideal to enjoy sun,sea and water sports all year round.
It has an attractive palm-lined promenade that runs the length of the beach.
•LO PAGAN:A town with the longest area of open-area mud baths in europe, these
Mud baths are recommended for all kinds of skin complaints.
The salt works here were exploited by the romans and are a complex network of
pools,in addition you will find several tranquil beaches ideal for boating and
Swimming, an early morning fish market and ample night life.
•LA MANGA DEL MAR MENOR:
The Mar Menor is separated from the Mediterranean by a narrow strip of land
22 kilometers (14 miles) wide,called the La Manga del Mar Menor.
Its sandy beaches and clear waters have made it one of the highest tourist resorts on
the mediterranean.offering excellent water sport facilities,including sailing,sailing
Schools and scubas diving,at the very end of the strip you will find the exclusive
”Roda Beach Club”,which can be reached by private water taxi in just a few minutes.
•THE REGIONAL PARK OF SALINAS AND SAN PEDRO DEL PINATAR:
The most important wetlands in the region of murcia, Flocks of pink flamingo’s stop
Over here each year on their journey to north africa at the end of summer.
•CABO DEL PALOS: is a very picturesque marina within excess of 100 boats moored,
Many of the boats are small fishing boats who provide the fresh fish for the many
restaurants who line the cabo de palos marina,these are open all round.
There are several open air restaurants serving the best paella and caldero
(a soupy rice dish)you will find anywhere in spain.
Again these are frequented by locals rather than tourists and are very popular on a
Sunday afternoon,they are not open in the winter months,No need to pre-book,but be
Prepared to wait as everything is freshly prepared.
•CARTEGENA:
Web site: www.discoveringcartagena.com
It is an easy 25-30 minute drive along the motorway(follow the signs)and is well
Worth the visit,Do not be put off by the scruffy appearance of the buildings and the
Industrial sites as you approach the city,the ancient city of cartagena was founded by
The carthaginians in the year 227 BC ,there is a wealth of history and architecture to
See especially the Art Nouveau buildings,including the majestic Ayuntamiento
(town hall),it rapidly became a main trading port due to its natural harbour and its
Strategic position on the mediterranean coast and at one time was widely recognised
As being one of the wealthiest cities in the ancient world.
•CALBLANQUE NATURE RESERVE:
Calblanque is an area of exceptional beauty and is near the Mar Menor,where
Tranquility mixed with fine golden sandy beaches and clear sparkling waters,it
Stretches along 13 km's of the coast,this nature reserve can be visited on foot,by
Bicycle or horseback,which allow access to one of the few remaining untouched
Coastal areas of mainland spain and is home to interesting vegetation and birds.
•LOS BELONES:La Manga’s nearest town is not the most attractive village in the
Region,however it has a lot more to offer than is immediately obvious.
There are many restaurants or tapas bars and some very useful shops,the most
Surprising thing is that a lot of the shops appear to be very basic on the outside,but
Are clean and modern inside,it is well worth exploring the back streets.
•LA UNION:The costa Calida/Murcia region
In the 19th century,silver fever produced and attracted newfound wealth to La Union,
The same as the gold rush in california u.s.a. The prosperity during this period is reflected in a number of art nouveau buildings in the centre of the town.la union is just a short drive from the la manga resort.the month of August is a reccommended time to visit La Union.It is during this season that the whole town celebrates the Flamenco Festival and the Mining Festival.
