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07.11.2023 - 17:39 / lonelyplanet.com
“Murcia is the unknown province, even for the Spanish!” That was the gleeful introduction to the region by my tour guide and native Murciano, Carlos Reis.
He isn't wrong. Before visiting, I had described Murcia as “south of Valencia” to the numerous questions about where it was. Even closer to the region is the crowded and sometimes hectic coastal resorts of Alicante, but the relaxed pace of life in Murcia reigon couldn’t be further from those scenes.
Instead, Murcia has everything you love about Spain without the crowds: from excellent regional tapas and local wine; to history spanning the Moors and ancient Roman ruins; local fiestas throughout the calendar year; and a stunning coastline for outdoor enthusiasts.
While some of Spain’s most popular destinations are looking for ways to manage tourism numbers, Murcia's new airport is adding routes all the time, which means this jewel of a region can't remain “unknown” for very much longer.
The region of Murcia makes a great winter sun destination, averaging more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Even autumn and spring can be hot, with average temperatures reaching as high as 26ºC in October and May. Summer can often get too hot for most people to enjoy; if you are visiting during these months, aim to spend a lot of time on the breezy coast.
Easter week can be a wonderful time for festivities in Murcia city. Several different religious processions take place on the streets, each with a different theme and identity. The first Tuesday after Easter is Bando de la Huerta, one of the biggest festivals in the city. Many people will be in traditional dress in the streets, regional food specialities will be available everywhere and there will be showcases of folkloric music and dances in a riot of color.
This being Spain, many towns and cities have their own fiesta days, so there are plenty of opportunities throughout the year to celebrate.
If you’re looking for a relaxing "fly-and-flop" holiday – or just want to incorporate a chill element into your itinerary – you could happily spend two weeks dozing on quiet beaches, paddling in crystalline water and lingering over late tapas and vino.
Murcia city makes for a relaxing city break if flying directly into its airport or you could feasibly visit many of the highlights of the region in four days. But why rush?
Murcia region is now served by its own airport with regular direct flights from Dublin, Palma de Mallorca, England and Belgium to name a few. The busier Alicante airport is also an option and is just 50 minutes drive from Murcia city.
The compact nature of the region means it’s easy to see a lot of it in a relatively short trip – you can drive the length of the region in a little over two hours. There are public
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