Murcia Travel Guide
Located in southeast Spain and a little way inland from the Mediterranean, Murcia is in a beautiful setting. Sat upon the Spanish plains, with market gardening the main industry here, the fields of crops look idyllic and with a backdrop of the surrounding mountains it is the sort of picture that is so evocative of traditional Spain.
Fortunately Murcia is not a dramatically busy tourist destination, many people preferring to stay around the beach areas instead. However this works into Murcia’s favour since the whole feel of the place is one of peace and relaxation, so anyone planning a visit to this fantastic city will know what to expect, and not be disappointed.
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Murcia Tourist Attractions
Try to make sure that you have time in Murcia to check out the amazing tourist attractions there. Amongst the Murcia attractions include the Salzillo Museum is one of the best. Other popular sights like the Palacio del Almudi are definitely worth exploring! Murcia’s history provides lots for visitors to enjoy.
You can book a Murcia city tour before you travel and allow our expert Murcia based guides to show you some of Murcia’s hidden treasures.
Murcia Sporting Guide
Murcia’s most popular sport is Soccer, which is played by the Real Murcia who play at La Condomina. Every year, the biggest event for Murcia sporting calendar is undoubtedly Real Murcia versus Ciudad de Murcia at the La Condomina.
Murcia Tourist Attractions
Try to make sure that you have time in Murcia to check out the amazing tourist attractions there. Amongst the Murcia attractions include the Salzillo Museum is one of the best. Other popular sights like the Palacio del Almudi are definitely worth exploring! Murcia’s history provides lots for visitors to enjoy.
You can book a Murcia city tour before you travel and allow our expert Murcia based guides to show you some of Murcia’s hidden treasures.
Climate Guide to Murcia
Discover the best time to visit Murcia thanks to our simple guide to the climate in Murcia. The table below shows the average temperatures in Murcia over the course of a year in Murcia.
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Murcia Driver's Guide
All you need to drive legally in Murcia is your standard UK driving license. For safety in Spain, check your license is valid prior to travel to Murcia.
On the road in Murcia, as with the rest of Spain, you must drive on the right side of the road. Why not arrange car hire in Murcia quickly and conveniently online before you go to Spain. There's a choice of convenient car hire depots in Murcia where you can collect your hire car.
Your Guide to Murcia Airport
Murcia-San Javier Airport about 28 miles to the southeast of Murcia. The airport's IATA code is MJV - flights take 2.5 hours flight from London. Regular buses operate into Murcia, and taxis are also available. Murcia-San Javier Airport has many shops to browse before you fly, offering souvenirs from your time in Murcia.
Murcia Consulate Details
If you get into trouble in Murcia, or just need some advice, the Murcia British Consulate is the place to go.
British Consulate
Plaza Calvo Sotelo 1-2
Apartado De Correos 564
03001 Alicante
Telephone: (34) 96 521 6022
| City Name: | Murcia |
| Country: | Spain |
| Language: | Spanish |
| Currency: | Euro |
| Time Difference: | GMT + 1 |
| Electricity Supply: | 220V AC 50Hz |
| Mobile Phone: | GSM 900/1800 |