In the southeast of Spain is located the city and municipality of Lorca. Within the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. Known as the City of the Sun, Lorca is an unmissable spot in the region. Its historical center since 1964 is a historic-artistic complex by the Spanish government. It is a place of high cultural value, with monumental constructions, castles, plazas, theaters, and many other unique spots. The city historically has been a hub for many cultures and religions that lived in the area, like Catholics, Muslims, and Jews which left an intangible mark on the city, making it a rich cultural spot with plenty of artistic expressions and activities. Visit the town of Lorca and discover this beautiful spot in Murcia Region.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Have a great time discovering the Baroque city and stay close to the historic center of Lorca. We recommend staying in the areas near Plaza Calderón de la Barca and Calle Lope Gisbert. Here you will be close to the main sights in the city at a short distance from your accommodation.
- Discover the city’s most impressive views by staying close to the Plaza de la Coronela. Here you will be close to the iconic Castle of Lorca and have stunning views of the city during the day and sunset.
- Are you looking for family accommodation in Lorca? We recommend the areas close to the Plaza de España and Calle del Álamo. Here you can experience the best places for an excellent family stay with all the amenities you need in the heart of Lorca.
- Discover the cultural importance of the religion in the city and the role of the different brotherhoods in Lorca. Stay close to the parish of Parroquia de Santiago. Here you will have easy access to other city areas related to the brotherhoods participating in the Holy Week activities.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Lorca, Spain, in 4 categories:
- Stays in the historical center:
- Room-with-a-view:
- Family Stays:
- Religious tourism:
Lorca. A city through the ages. – What to know before visiting
The city of Lorca is a unique spot in the heart of Murcia. Known by many names, Lorca counts with a high diversity that you can see reflected in its architecture and traditions. The area that today holds the city has been inhabited uninterruptedly since the late neolithic, around 5500 years ago. During the Roman era, the city was known as Elicroca, which was vital in the Vía Augusta between other places of the roman empire. Over time the roman city had a slow process of Christianization that continued to shape Lorca’s history.
Discover the Roman elements of the city by visiting the Columna Miliaria in Calle Corredera. This column marked the Via Augusta on a main road of Lorca. Today the column here is a replica located on the corner of a business with an image of Saint Vincent Ferrer. The original is in the Archaeological Museum of Lorca. During the middle ages, Lorca became a border city between the Christian Kingdoms of Murcia and the Emirate of Granada. During this era, the Muslims constructed the Castle of Lorca to protect the town. In 1452 the city would become a noble city part of the Kingdom of Murcia, and it would take its modern shape.
Come upon the constructions of this era by visiting the San Patricio Collegiate, one of the essential religious construction of the city, built in the XVI century in Renaissance style, or visit the Ayuntamiento de Lorca, a building from the XVII to be a jail but today is the city town hall. These are in the center of the city, the Plaza de España, where you can spend a day discovering the beautiful monumental architecture of the town. Just a few blocks away is the Palacio de Guevara, a historical Baroque building from the XVII century, transformed into a tourism office and municipal art school with a small orchard of Huerto Palacio Guevara on the side.
Discover Lorca’s many sides and stay in this beautiful city’s heart.
Discovering the Baroque city of Lorca.
Enjoy the beautiful sights of Lorca by staying in one of the most beautiful areas to enjoy the cultural life in the city. We recommend staying in the areas near Plaza Calderón de la Barca and Calle Lope Gisbert. You will be close to a great spot to make your visit exceptional, surrounded by monumental architecture and significant art, architecture, and gastronomy areas. In addition, you will be close to one of the city’s central plazas, Plaza Calderón de la Barca. Here you can enjoy the beautiful views of the plaza, many cafés and eateries, a laid-back environment, and the proximity to the Teatro Guerra, a performing arts theater just a few meters away from your accommodation. Here you can experience the city’s oldest venue from 1861, in an Elizabethan style, with year-round shows of dance, musicals, opera, magic, theater, and kids activities. It is a great spot to enjoy the artistic side of Lorca.
Your accommodation will be located in one of the most vibrant cultural areas of the city, close to many exciting places to discover at a short distance from your stay. Discover the Palacio de Guevara in Calle Lope Gisbert. With its baroque architecture, it is one of the most iconic buildings in the city. Still, its inside is not visitable due to damages during the 2011 earthquake. Still, the internal garden and the Huerto Palacio Guevara are worth visiting, and it is located just 150 m from your accommodation. Also, see another Baroque jewel of the city, the Parroquia de San Mateo in Calle Presbítero Emilio García; this is a church from the XVIII century constructed over the remnants of the Jesuits church after they left Spain. On its inside, you can enjoy religious art just 120 m from your lodging. Also, from your accommodation, you will be close to the Plaza de España, just 500 m from your stay.
Discover the great food options near your accommodation. Such as the local restaurant Casa de Los Musso in Plaza Calderón de la Barca, where you can taste traditional Lorca gastronomy on a beautiful terrace just a few steps from your accommodation. Taste a twist on the classic Spanish tapas in Albedrío in front of the Teatro Guerra and enjoy its inventive menu and beautiful plaza views, just a few steps away from your stay.
Enjoy what Lorca offers and stay in one of the most vibrant cultural spots of the city. We recommend staying in the areas near Plaza Calderón de la Barca and Calle Lope Gisbert.
Stunning views from the hill.
Suppose you want unique city views and enjoy the most important historical spots by staying close to the Plaza de la Coronela. Here you will have stunning views of the city from the Hill of the Castle, where you will be close to the historical Castle of Lorca, a fortification of the IX century. Here you can enjoy its attractions, such as the Torre Alfonsina, Torre del Espolón, and the Lorca Synagogue.
In this area, you will find great food options surrounded by the views of the city. For example, visit Las Caballerizas del Castillo de Lorca, where you can enjoy traditional Lorca food, or the Restaurante Helios, where you can try delicious meats and a great selection of wines.
Family-friendly stays in Lorca.
Lorca is a great place to discover with your family, as it is a friendly city with plenty of beautiful sights to make your stay unforgettable. We recommend the areas close to the Plaza de España and Calle del Álamo. Here you will find everything you need for a comfortable stay.
- Discover the center of Lorca by visiting the plaza near your accommodation. In Plaza de España, you will find unique sights to enjoy, such as the Ayuntamiento de Lorca, San Patricio Collegiate, and the old jail of Antigua cárcel de Lorca.
- You will be close to the Castle of Lorca, where you can enjoy stunning views of the city and learn about the history of this impressive fortress, 1.4 km from your stay.
- Close to your accommodation, you will find museums to enjoy as a family, such as the Archaeological Museum of Lorca in Plaza Don Juan Moreno, 550 m from your lodging. Here you can learn about the prehistory of Lorca up until the middle ages through exhibitions and guided tours.
- Find pharmacies and health centers close to your accommodation, such as Jorge Tadeo Martínez Pharmacy in Calle Corredera, 180 m from your accommodation, also find the public medical center of Servicio Murciano De Salud Centros Provinciales in Calle Floridablanca. 350 m from your lodging.
- Near your accommodation, you will find excellent options for grocery shopping, such as Spar Express in Calle Almirante. Antonio Agui, at 100 m from your stay, or visit Alamo Express Supermarket in Calle del Álamo, just 88 m from your accommodation.
- Enjoy with your family the plentiful food options close to your place. Visit the highly rated Latin American eatery La Choza Lorca in Calle Corredera, and enjoy delicious food from Colombia, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Perú, and many other counties just 190 m from your stay. Taste great Lorca food with your family at Mesón Yolanda in Calle Musso Valiente, 280 m from your accommodation.
Have a great time with your family in Lorca and stay in the center of the city’s historic areas. We recommend the sites close to the Plaza de España and Calle del Álamo for a great family stay.
Brotherhoods and traditions in Lorca.
The city of Lorca is an excellent spot to understand the religious culture in Spain. With six brotherhoods or Pasos, you can experience their history of them in different Museums and churches around the city. Stay close to the parish of Parroquia de Santiago to explore the other relevant spots for these religious groups. Also, an excellent opportunity to see this brotherhood in action is staying by Holy Week in Lorca. It is one of the significant celebrations in the city, and the different brotherhoods take the lead in the activities. As a result, the town becomes a colorful place full of music and traditions.
Discover the beautiful embroideries of each Paso in the many museums and churches around the city. First, visit the Museo Azul de la Semana Santa – MASS and the Iglesia de San Francisco in Cuesta de San Francisco from the Paso Azul Brotherhood, 650 m from your accommodation. Next, visit the Paso Blanco brotherhood in MuBBla Museo de Bordados del Paso Blanco and the Capilla del Rosario, sede del Paso Blanco, and enjoy over 1500 hand-embroidered pieces with XIX century works on display, 140 m from your stay. Then, discover the Paso del Resucitado Brotherhood in the San Patricio Collegiate in Plaza de España, and find the magnificent XVI century Renaissance style building in the city’s heart, just 270 m from your accommodation. And finally, visit the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora Del Carmen in Calle de Nogalte to discover the history of the Paso Morado Brotherhood, where you can see the embroidery of this XVIII century brotherhood.
