Region of Murcia

A sunny region in southeastern Spain, featuring Cartagena's Roman ruins, baroque Murcia, and the Mar Menor lagoon.

The Region of Murcia, coextensive with the province, is located on the Mediterranean coast of southeastern Spain. Cartagena is an ancient naval port featuring a Roman Theatre, Conception Castle, the National Museum of Underwater Archaeology, and modernist architecture along its main street. Its capital, Murcia, is famous for its Cathedral, Royal Casino, and the Salzillo Museum. The coast features the Mar Menor lagoon, the La Manga strip, and Cabo de Palos, while Calblanque Regional Park preserves pristine beaches, and the Castillitos Battery features unique castle-like architecture. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons, as summers are hot. Gateways include Murcia International Airport and railway stations in Murcia and Cartagena.

Destinations

• Murcia & Cartagena

Itineraries

• Barcelona to Cartagena Mediterranean Coast – Head south along Spain's east coast, connecting Gaudí, Roman ruins, the delta, paella, and Cartagena.