With 300 days of sunshine a year and an average, pleasant temperature of 19 degrees throughout the year, Murcia is one of the most visited provinces in Spain by lovers of the sun and the beach. Here you can enjoy the Mediterranean and its beaches at any time. So why not discover Murcia further?

But apart from this, the Costa Cálida offers us unique Mediterranean gastronomy, thanks to the famous Murcian orchards and a rich historical and cultural heritage. We are going to focus on the latter, and if you are in Murcia or plan to visit shortly, we recommend taking a guided tour of one of the municipalities of this province as there are excursions for all tastes and ages. You will always find one that satisfies your requirements for the perfect tour!

The only dilemma when it comes to choosing a guided tour in Murcia is to opt for a single visit so that you can choose in a simpler way. To make it easier for you, we will carry out a detailed analysis with the best guided routes through the Murcian lands.

What to see in Murcia?

- If you have never visited Cartagena, we recommend you take a guided tour of the historic centre of this place. Cartagena is a Carthaginian city that dates back to 227 BC. This historic city houses several monuments that help you learn all about the rich heritage. These guided tours usually start at Paseo de Alfonso XIII and can see a replica of the Peral Submarine, the first with military functionality in history.

Accompanied by a local guide, you will go to the Casa de la Fortuna, located in the Plaza de la Merced, and with this visit, you will learn about the history of the passage of the Roman civilization through the city. Later, you will visit the Roman theatre, the Conception Castle, the port, and end the visit by taking a walk through the historic city centre and the town hall square. These guided tours through Cartagena usually last approximately 2 hours, during which you will soak up the culture and history of this city.

- If you are in the interior of the Murcia region, we recommend taking a guided tour of Moratalla. This town has a welcoming environment where you can enjoy its extensive historical and cultural heritage. This tour goes through the charming cobbled streets where you can marvel at the perfect harmony of Arab and Christian architecture. You will visit the Fortress of the Order of Santiago castle, a structure that is one of the best-preserved in the entire province.

In this municipality, you can also take a guided tour of the most famous archaeological site in Murcia. This tour allows you to observe the fascinating cave paintings considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

- Another enchanting place in the province is the municipality of Mazarrón. Take a tour through the town hall, the casino or cultural Athenaeum, the Church of San Antonio de Padua, the castle of Los Vélez, the church of San Andrés or the Tower of the Catholic Kings. You will be surprised at the many historic buildings, museums and fun activities that this municipality offers for you to spend a fun and unforgettable day.

- If you want to do a unique tour, we recommend taking a guided tour of the underground of Murcia. This unusual setting is perfect to get to know the most unexplored corners of the province. These tunnels linked the sanctuary of the Virgen de la Fuensanta, the castle of Monteagudo and the basements of the old houses of the Plaza Joufre with symbolic places of the city like the Alcazar or the Cathedral.

- Indulge yourself in a mystery by taking a guided night tour of Murcia. Visit the most epic monuments of Cartagena that are uniquely illuminated. With the company of a local guide, you can visit every corner of the city, learn about the most hidden and secret legends and mysteries.

We hope that this detailed guide to the cultural routes offered in this city helps you choose more easily. You are sure to find one that satisfies your requirements and aid in getting to know every corner of one of the most beautiful provinces in Spain.