Ruins of La Manga shopping arcade pulled down but what comes next?
The abandoned shopping arcades in La Manga del Mar Menor are being demolished while awaiting future of the site The Town Hall of San Javier began demolition work this week on nine shopping arcades in La Manga del Mar Menor, opposite the Doblemar..

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San Javier and Caravaca de la Cruz join forces for summer tourist boost
The beaches of Santiago de La Ribera will promote everything Caravaca has to offer this summer season An innovative tourism promotion campaign for Caravaca de la Cruz was unveiled last week on the Explanada Barnuevo in Santiago de la Ribera.  ..

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Roda Golf Course at Roda Golf Resort
Roda Golf is a testing 18-hole par 72 course Situated near Los Alcázares on the Mar Menor and considered one of the best golf courses in  the Region of Murcia, Roda Golf Course at Roda Golf Resort is an unforgettable experience and the venue for..

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Summer water sports and activities for all in the Costa Cálida!
From boat trips to kitesurfing, choose your relaxing or exciting preference at the beaches of the Region of Murcia this summer! With its calm seawater and warm climate the Region of Murcia is a perfect place for water sports all year round, and this..

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New tourist information point on the seafront in Santiago de la Ribera
San Javier takes its range of tourism attractions to the beach in Santiago! The Town Hall department of Tourism in San Javier is opening a new summer tourist information point on the seafront Paseo Colón in Santiago de la Ribera, attending to enquiries..

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The outdoor Museum of the Air in San Javier
The Museo Aeronáutico Tiflológico in Santiago de la Ribera is fully adapted for the visually impaired The “Museo Aeronáutico Tiflológico” on the Explanada Barnuevo in Santiago de la Ribera is a new open-air facility which is fully accessible..

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The Edificio Juventud in San Javier
A youth activities centre in San Javier The Edificio Juventud in San Javier is run by the Youth Department of the Town Hall, who organize and host a large number of activities such as exhibitions, concerts, workshops and talks. See the  what's on..

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The local history museum in San Javier
Discover local history at the Museo de San Javier  The San Javier Museum gives interesting insights into local life, showing the history of the municipality from pre-history through to its rôle as the modern-day home of the Spanish Air Academy..

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Health, beauty and relaxation destinations in the Region of Murcia
Look after yourself by letting the Region of Murcia look after you! There are, of course, many reasons for visiting the Region of Murcia but as well as the climate, the beaches, the golf courses, the countryside, the mountains, the water sports, the..

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July 4 to August 1 Free open-air concert season in Los Alcázares
The Música A Pie de Calle season in Los Alcázares features Latino pop, a revue, flamenco, pop and reggaeton and a superb ABBA tribute One of the most eagerly awaited elements of the summer entertainment and cultural program in the Mar Menor resort..

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July 13-August 3: Santiago de la Ribera summer festivals
Step into summer with three weeks of exciting events in San Javier   Santiago de la Ribera is gearing up for a month of festive fun, honouring its patron saint, Santiago Apóstol, and the beloved Virgen del Carmen. From colourful processions to..

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July 13 to August 3 Annual fiestas in Santiago de la Ribera
A host of free music, two grand processions and a whole lot more as Santiago de la Ribera celebrates the Virgen del Carmen and the feast day of Santiago Apóstol Two of the most important dates in the annual calendar of the municipality of San Javier..

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Until July 31 Huge dinosaur exhibition in Los Alcazares
The Dino Expo XXL exhibition comes to the Mar Menor The Dino Expo XXL exhibition is open every evening until the end of July next to the Centro de Seguridad in Los Alcázares (click for map), giving children (and adults) a chance to see life-size..

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July 26 In Your Park or Mine, San Javier
Open-air entertainment for all the family in the Mar Menor Summer is now in full swing which can only mean one thing: the always popular ‘in Your Park or Mine’ events are kicking off once more in and around San Javier.   On Friday July..

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July 27 Free guided tour of La Manga explaining the origins and history of the Mar Menor
El Origen del Mar Menor traces the ancient and modern history of La Manga del Mar Menor This 5-kilometre walking tour in La Manga begins at the bridge of El Estacio and the channel which enables boats to pass between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean..

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July 27 Guided visit IN ENGLISH to discover the world of the Neanderthals at Cabezo Gordo in Torre Pacheco
The fossilized remains found at Sima de las Palomas are well over 100,000 years old This guided tour, entitled “Neanderthals, the Other Humanity”, on Saturday July 27 is led by a palaeontologist who is working on the excavations at the Sima de..

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August 2-22 San Javier International Theatre, Music and Dance Festival
14 unique performances in San Javier, including 3 free open air events   The 54th edition of the San Javier International Theatre, Music and Dance Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with culture and entertainment.  ..

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August 3 Free guided tour of Santiago de la Ribera in San Javier
The Pearl of the Mar Menor tour illustrates the history of Santiago de la Ribera through its most important buildings This relaxed tour takes in the locality of Santiago de la Ribera on the shore of the Mar Menor and includes some of the most important..

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August 10 Beach Rugby Tournament in Santiago de la Ribera
A thrilling day of sport for rugby fans in San Javier   On Saturday August 10, the Barnuevo Esplanade in Santiago de la Ribera will transform into a rugby arena, hosting a day of exciting matches and beachside fun at the XI Beach Rugby Tournament..

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August 9 Dire Straits and U2 tribute concert in Los Alcazares, Murcia
Two of Europe’s best tribute bands join the Mar Menor Music Legends event Calling all classic rock lovers! Get ready to immerse yourself in an evening of pure nostalgia with 'Mar Menor Music Legends: The Best Tribute Bands.' Don’t miss this..

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August 10 Free ENGLISH LANGUAGE guided tour of Santiago de la Ribera in San Javier
The Pearl of the Mar Menor tour illustrates the history of Santiago de la Ribera through its most important buildings This relaxed tour takes in the locality of Santiago de la Ribera on the shore of the Mar Menor and includes some of the most important..

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August 14 to 24 Semana de la Huerta y el Mar in Los Alcazares 2024
Ten days of festivities, parades, music, food and drink as Los Alcázares celebrates the traditional August influx of visitors from inland Murcia Once again the town of Los Alcázares will be transformed for 10 days this August into the hub of a unique..

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August 17 The Herculean Way, Free guided tour in Spanish in San Javier
Discover the history and most important buildings of San Javier The free “Vía Herculea" guided tour, which on this occasion is offered in Spanish, starts at 9.30 on Saturday July 20 at the San Javier Museum, where participants can learn about..

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August 24 Free guided tour of La Manga explaining the origins and history of the Mar Menor
El Origen del Mar Menor traces the ancient and modern history of La Manga del Mar Menor This 5-kilometre walking tour in La Manga begins at the bridge of El Estacio and the channel which enables boats to pass between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean..

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September 14 and 15 Walk the Mar Menor
Explore the glorious Mar Menor on foot this coming September Embark on the XXII Vuelta Mar Menor walking expedition this September 14 and 15.   Experience breathtaking landscapes as you journey from sunrise to sunset during this thrilling..

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September 27 to 29 Antiques and Classic Motor Vehicles Fair at the IFEPA in Torre Pacheco
Over 40,000 vintage and retro items on offer at the 21st edition of the Torre Pacheco Antiques Fair The ever-popular annual Antiques Fair at the IFPEA venue in Torre Pacheco returns this year from September 27 to 29 with a classic car and motor..

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Official caravan and motor home campsites in the Region of Murcia
Enjoy coastal and inland caravanning holidays all year round in the Costa Cálida A large number of people visiting the Costa Cálida in motor homes choose to do so without booking into an official site with facilities, but the majority still prefer..

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217 kilometres of cycling on the EuroVelo 8 route as it passes through the Region of Murcia
Easily manageable sections of the 7,560-km route which runs from Cádiz in south-western Spain to Athens and Cyprus! The Region of Murcia has long been a preferred destination for cycling holidays, the varied terrain attracting tourists from all over..

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New bus routes in the Cartagena and Mar Menor area
There are now buses connecting Cartagena, La Manga, Torre Pacheco and Los Alcázares The new bus system came into effect across the Region of Murcia on Friday December 3 and included in the new plan are several remodelled routes in the Cartagena..

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Discover the link between Corvera airport and a gastronomic speciality of San Javier!
The rival airports are connected through one of the most illustrious families in the modern history of Murcia The January 10 2018 marks the 95th anniversary of one of the major achievements of Juan de la Cierva y Codorniú, a Murcia-born aviator..

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Fiestas and annual events calendar in the municipality of San Javier
There’s more to San Javier than just beaches! The municipality of San Javier is famous for its beautiful beaches (and the airport, of course) but it also has a full cultural offering all year round, including international festivals, concerts..

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Los Arcos del Mar Menor Hospital San Javier
Hospital General Universitario Los Arcos del Mar Menor Pozo Aledo San Javier  Central switchboard number 968 56 50 00 Fax 968 56 50 30 The Hospital los Arcos is on the outskirts of San Javier at Pozo Aledo, close to the AP-7 and C3319..

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