Destination Guide

Murcia Travel Guide

Discover the best restaurants, beaches, golf courses and activities near Mar Menor Golf Resort and Serena Golf Resort in Murcia, Spain.

Murcia, located on Spain's Costa Cálida, is one of the sunniest regions in Europe and a popular destination for golf, beaches and Mediterranean cuisine. The Mar Menor lagoon offers warm shallow waters ideal for swimming and water sports, while nearby towns like Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco provide excellent restaurants, shopping and local experiences.

Explore the region

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🍽 Restaurants
🏖 Beaches
⛳ Golf
🚴 Activities
🛍 Shopping
Restaurant

Club Casa Nova

Popular clubhouse restaurant at Mar Menor Golf Resort with terrace dining and Spanish cuisine.

📍 Mar Menor Golf Resort
Restaurant

Los Alcázares town centre

Numerous excellent tapas bars and seafood restaurants along the promenade in Los Alcázares.

📍 Los Alcázares
Restaurant

Torre Pacheco restaurants

Local Spanish town with authentic restaurants, markets and a more traditional Murcian atmosphere.

📍 Torre Pacheco
Beach

Mar Menor Lagoon

Europe's largest saltwater lagoon — calm, warm and shallow water ideal for families and water sports.

📍 10–20 min from resorts
Beach

Playa Los Alcázares

Long sandy beach in Los Alcázares, walking distance from Serena Golf Resort.

📍 Los Alcázares
Beach

La Manga del Mar Menor

The famous strip of land separating the Mar Menor from the Mediterranean Sea — beaches on both sides.

📍 20–25 min drive
Golf

Mar Menor Golf Course

18-hole course originally designed by Dave Thomas with involvement from Jack Nicklaus Design. Suitable for all levels.

📍 Mar Menor Golf Resort
Golf

Serena Golf Course

18-hole flat, walkable course with water features. Ideal for holiday golfers and experienced players alike.

📍 Serena Golf Resort, Los Alcázares
Golf

La Manga Club

World-class resort with three championship courses. A must-play for serious golfers visiting the region.

📍 30 min drive
Activity

Water sports on the Mar Menor

Kayaking, windsurfing, paddleboarding and sailing on Europe's largest saltwater lagoon.

📍 Mar Menor beaches
Activity

Cycling routes

Flat coastal cycling routes around the Mar Menor lagoon. Bike rentals available in Los Alcázares.

📍 Los Alcázares
Activity

Cartagena day trip

Ancient Roman port city with a fascinating old town, museums and the impressive Roman Theatre.

📍 30–40 min drive
Shopping

Torre Pacheco market

Weekly market in Torre Pacheco with fresh produce, local goods and clothing.

📍 Torre Pacheco
Shopping

Ikea & Shopping centres

Modern shopping centres and retail parks in Murcia city, approx. 40 minutes from the resorts.

📍 Murcia city
Shopping

Los Alcázares shops

Supermarkets, pharmacies, bakeries and local shops in the town centre of Los Alcázares.

📍 Los Alcázares