Murcia is a charming seaside city. It is covered with hills and is rich in minerals such as lead and zinc. Their extraction and processing constitute an important branch of the country’s economy. Murcia is famous for growing tomatoes and peppers. We will also find many monuments here.
Murcia is a coastal autonomous community, province and historic region in southeastern Spain. It borders Andalusia to the west, Castile-La Mancha to the north and Valencia to the east.
Attractions
Catedral de Santa María de Murcia
- St. Cathedral Mary (Catedral de Santa María) is the biggest tourist attraction in Murcia. It is a combination of Arab and Christian cultures.
Museo Salzillo
- The Salzillo Museum is dedicated to the works of Francisco Salzillo. Located in the city center at Plaza de San Agustín. The museum presents sculptures made by the artist.
Museo Arqueológico de Murcia (MAM)
- Archaeological Museum -The exhibition has become a reality with 16 rooms offering a walk through prehistory, from the Paleolithic to the Bronze Age. In addition to specimens of Iberian art, the work from El Algar (1900-1400 BC), included in specific archaeological sites in this region, is worth attention.
Museo Arqueológico de Murcia (MAM)
Museum of Fine Arts in Murcia
Museum of Fine Arts in Murcia
- At the Museum of Fine Arts you can immerse yourself in the history of art from the 15th century. Paintings from various periods and styles are shown here. The Museum of Fine Arts boasts a rich painting heritage. In its rooms you can admire paintings by, among others, Joaquín Sorolla and Romero de Torres, as well as other Spanish painters from various periods and of various origins.
Teatro de Romea
Teatro de Romea
- The Romeo Theater is one of the most important cultural facilities in the city and in the Plaza de Julián Romea stands the famous Murcian actor, considered one of the greatest glories of the national theater.
Monastery Museum of Santa Clara la Real
- Monastery Museum of Santa Clara – The museum consists of the Santa Clara monastery complex and the archaeological and architectural remains of ancient Muslim and Christian royal palaces. Inside there is one section devoted to art and archeology and another dedicated to sacred art.
Monastery Museum of Santa Clara la Real
Castillo de Monteagudo
- The castle of Monteagudo is located on the top of a hill. The fortification is preserved in very good condition. The archaeological remains that have been preserved belong to the Islamic period. After the founding of the city of Murcia (in 825), in addition to its role as a fortification, the castle also had to serve as a prison and a grain warehouse for peasants.
Real Casino
- Real Casino – The magnificent casino in Murcia was opened as a men’s club in 1847. Today it is a museum object. It houses: a classic English-style library with 20,000 books; grand ballroom with sparkling chandeliers and dressing table (women’s).
Terra Natura
- Paradise is located in the city of Murcia: Terra Natura Murcia. A new type of zoo that will feature a new zoo concept: “Zoo Immersion” During the tour, visitors can admire the real and amazing habitats of Africa, such as impressive lions, funny meerkats, white rhinoceros and giraffes. We also have animals from the Iberian Peninsula, such as wolves, bears and otters.. There are limited shows of birds of prey and sea lions.
Terra Natura – Aqua natura
- Terra Natura Murcia has the only Water Park in the Murcia region: AQUANATURA. The water park has various areas where young and adults can enjoy this refreshing place. Aqua Natura offers swimming pools suitable for both children and older guests. You can use slides of various heights. Aquanatura has two snack bars, as well as Kiwengwa Self Service with a full menu.
