Murcia, decoded by locals.

Food worth queuing for, neighborhoods with personality, weekend plans and hidden gems, curated weekly.

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Murcia
Plaza Cardenal Belluga and Murcia Cathedral

Mapa de Murcia

Monumentos Barrios Tapas Mercados Parques
Local Hero

Carlos Alcaraz's Hometown

World tennis champion Carlos Alcaraz was born and raised in El Palmar, just 8km from Murcia's center. He trained at the local Club de Tenis before becoming world #1. Murcia is incredibly proud of their local star—you'll see his face around the city.

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Why Murcia?

Murcia is Spain's best-kept secret. No crowds, authentic tapas culture, 300 days of sunshine, amazing beaches nearby, and prices that won't break the bank. It's what the Costa del Sol was 30 years ago—before the crowds discovered it.

300+
sunny days/year
30 min
to the beach
€2
average beer price
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tourist traps