The coast and beaches in Murcia

* La Manga and the Mar Menor. See La Manga. La Manga (which means "sleeve" in Spanish) is a narrow strip of land with two shores: the mediterranean and the so called "Mar Menor". There is a lot of tourist activity although some unspoilt areas still exist at the far end of the Manga. Ideal for water sports. See Hotels in La Manga and photos of La Manga and the Mar Menor.

* Águilas, on the border with Almería, good seafood and fish, nearby quiet coastal areas

* Mazarrón, important fishing enclave, popular with tourists - visit the Moreras mountain range

* San Pedro del Pinatar, near the Regional Park called Las Salinas and Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar (salt marsh used by the Romans, flamingos, herons, and other sea birds), the stew from this area is very popular (Casa del Mar).