May 17 Free guided cycling tour of open-air urban art in Los Alcazares
The cycle tours in Los Alcázares offer a mixture of history and urban art
On May 17, to commemorate International Museums Day, the first of two guided tours consists of a gentle cycling route to see some of the urban art in Los Alcázares continues, including some of the town’s most attractive locations. There are more than 200 murals in this impressive open-air collection, some by internationally renowned artists.
The route starts at the tourist information office at 18:00.
Along the ride those taking part will be able to learn something of the history of the municipality of Los Alcázares as well as view the more modern pieces of urban art.
Commentary is in Spanish and the route is aimed at a family audience, the aim being to enjoy the scenery by bicycle rather than breaking any cycling speed or endurance records!
All ages are welcome: just bring your own bike. If you haven´t got one and would like to borrow one, contact the tourist office after booking and bicycles can be provided free of charge.
The tour takes approximately two hours (with frequent stops), so it is advisable to carry water and wear a protective hat, suncream and sunglasses.
Online bookings can be made here and further information is available from the tourist office in Los Alcázares (Avenida 13 de Octubre nº 12, telephone 968 575756, email turismolosnarejos@gmail.com).
For more local information contact the tourist offices in Los Alcázares or go to the home page of Los Alcázares Today.
Information for residents and visitors in Los Alcázares and Los Narejos
Despite being a relatively small municipality Los Alcázares relies to such a large extent on year-round tourism that it operates two tourist information offices, one in the town itself and the other in the seafront district of Los Narejos.
The fully qualified staff at both offices strive to provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your time in Los Alcázares, recommending places to visit, things to do and upcoming events in the area as well as practical help. The multitude of leaflets on offer will help you to fully enjoy the Costa Cálida and the Mar Menor!
Contact details:
Los Alcázares office
Avenida Trece de Octubre, 8, 30710 Los Alcázares, Murcia (click for map)
Open year-round weekdays 9.00 to 14.00.
Additional opening hours in summer during the afternoon, weekdays 17.00 to 19.00 and on Saturday and Sunday mornings 10.00 to 13.00.
Telephone: 968 575756
Email: turismo@losalcazares.es
Los Narejos office
Avenida Cartagena, esquina Calle Piscis (click for map)
Open on weekdays 9.00 to 14.00 throughout the year.
Telephone: 968 582119
Email: turismolosnarejos@losalcazares.es