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Guided tours and the programme of cultural activities in Águilas during July
The tourist information office in Águilas offers a wide range of leaflets about the municipality, including walking routes, places to visit, restaurants and where to stay. Click here for tourist office information or here for opening times of the castle, museums and principal monuments in the municipality.
Remaining free guided tours in Águilas during July
Sunday 18th July, the SLMU ‘Four Coves – Juan Francisco Mota Poveda’ tour
Start: Calarreona beach at 10.00 in the morning.
Duration: approximately 2 and a half hours.
Bookings: through the Murcia tourist office.
The ‘Four Coves’ tour visits the protected natural area of Cuatro Calas, which is named as a Place of Community Interest in the European Commission’s Red Natura 2000, to enjoy the natural scenery and cultural elements on offer.
Saturday 24th July, the Mr Gilman and El Hornillo tour
Start: the Renfe Águilas train station at 8.00 (20.00) in the evening.
Duration: approximately 2 hours.
Bookings: through the Murcia tourist office.
This tour allows participants to experience the history of the traders and industrialists who played such an important role in the economy of Águilas in the second half of the 19th century and the first 30 years of the 20th, among them Gustavo Gillman. The route includes the Monument to the Railway, the bridge over the Rambla de las Culebras, the Sendero del Hornillo, the museum which has been created in the railway tunnel, the Embarcadero del Hornillo loading jetty and the railway station.
Some Covid rules apply to the guided tours, such as the use of masks, social distancing between different households and the use of hand sanitizer provided by the tour guide. The maximum group size is 20 people and the tours may be cancelled due to the weather.
By booking one of the tours, participants agree to all the restrictions in place to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission.
Private tours by Visitaguilas (all tours in Spanish):
Thursday, 15th July to 24th August
Mysteries and legends of Águilas tour
Start: Ícaro (carnaval monument) every Monday at 10.00 at night.
Price: 5 euros per person. Children aged up to 5 years old are free.
Hornillo and surroundings tour
Start: Ícaro (carnaval monument) every Tuesday at 7.30 in the evening.
Price: 5 euros per person. Children aged up to 5 years old are free.
Hiking trails
Start: the Cuatro Calas protected natural area or the regional park at Cape Cope.
Private groups of a minimum of 10 people
Price: 5 euros per person or 50 euros per visit. Children aged up to 5 years old are free.
Historical centre tour
Start: Ícaro (carnaval monument).
Private groups of a minimum of ten people
Price: 5 euros per person or 50 euros per visit. Children aged up to 5 years old are free.
Bookings: a prior reservation is required and can be made by calling 616 411 061 or by emailing visitaguilas@gmx.es
Concerts, theatre, cinema, exhibitions, other cultural events
Film in your neighbourhood summer cinema
Monday 12th July to Saturday 14th August
Several free family films are on offer for all tastes and ages, with starting times ranging between 9.00 and 10.00 at night.
Programme at the Infanta Doña Elena Auditorium
Saturday 17th July
Flamenco Passion, Spanish dance in Murcia, organized by Compañia Carmen y Matilde Rubio.
Start: 9.00 at night.
Price: from 10 euros.
Saturday 24th July
El Barbero de Sevilla, an Andalusian lyrical theatre or Zarzuela.
Start: 7.00 in the evening.
Price: 17 euros.
Tickets can be bought at the Archaeological Museum, the Culture House (Casa de Cultura) or on https://bacantix.com/webforms/buscarprogramacion.aspx?buscar=aguilas. Tickets can also be bought two hours before the event at the Infanta Doña Elena Auditorium.
Exhibitions at the Auditorium
Thursday 1st July to Sunday 29th August
Art Nostrum, Mediterranean Memory
Place: temporary exhibition room.
Opening hours: 7.00 to 10.00 in the evening from Tuesday to Sunday.
Virtual tour of the exhibit: https://www.auditorioaguilas.org/catalogo-virtual.php
Click here for more information.
Exhibitions at the Francisco Rabal Culture Centre (Casa de Cultura)
Friday 2nd July to Friday 30th July
Place: Manuel Coronado exhibition room.
Opening hours: 6.00 to 9.00 in the evening from Monday to Friday.
Friday 23rd July
‘Online start-up’ seminar by Águilas Consciente
Place: Culture Centre (Casa de Cultura).
Time: 8.30 (20.30) in the evening.
Friday 30th July
‘Find your goal in life’ seminar by Águilas Consciente
Place: Culture Centre (Casa de Cultura).
Time: 8.30 (20.30) in the evening.
Original version films weekly
Tickets: available online at www.entradas.com. Bookings can also be made by calling 968 41 27 57 from 5.00 to 8.30 in the evening or by emailing multihornillo@hotmail.com.
Thursday 15th July
Place: promenade of the Infanta Doña Elena Auditorium.
Time: 10.00 (22.00) at night.
Friday 23rd July
Place: Capilla de Calabardina
Time: at 10.00 (22.00) at night
Friday 30th July
Place: on the Pérgola del Puerto Poniente on Playa de la Colonia.
Time: 10.00 (22.00) at night.
Nautical activities
Aguinautic Charter, rental, sale of boats and boat trips. Further information at www.aguinautic.com or on 616 737 018. Half-day, full-day and weekend minicruises are available.
Don Pancho: Boat trips and nautical excursions. Further information on 695 261 216 or at www.donpancho.es.
Rex Alquiler Náutico: Boat rentals, coastal and fishing trips, 647 198 329 / 667 013 541. Further information at www.rexalquilernautico.com.
Nuevo Amanecer: glass-bottomed boat, trips from the jetty of Calabardina and the centre of Águilas (opposite the FFCC monument). Information and booking on 639 381 406.
Puerto Deportivo Juan Montiel: sailing school, kayak classes and rental, paddle surf and windsurf. Further information on 968 414 968.
Beach activities
Carolina Beach:
Nautical Surf School, 662 288 157, diavolosurf@hotmail.com
Levante Beach (Las Delicias):
Nautical Element Installation (kayaks and canoes), 662 288 157, diavolosurf@hotmail.com
Nautical Element Installation (paddle boats or pedalo boats), 676 405 517, ceciuska@gmail.com
Calabardina Beach:
Nautical Element Installation (kayaks and canoes), 662 288 157, diavolosurf@hotmail.com
Program for the Casino
Free chess classes
Time: Sundays from 7.00 to 8.30 in the evening.
For more information call Francisco on 667 748 561.
Activities for children
Biscuit-making class in Mi Vieja Habana in the Plaza de Abastos.
Time: 11.00 to 1.00.
Limited slots, further information on 600 851 592.
Isla del Fraile Summer School for 8-to-12-year-olds.
From 28th June to 3rd September, with tennis, golf, paddle tennis and plenty of English language activities as well as workshops, games, swimming pools and more.
Time: weekdays from 9.00 to 2.00.
Further information on 647 788 961 or at duermeaqui@taburetehostel.com.
Imagine children’s theatre workshop: ‘interpretation from behind the camera’ (V Edition)
Children aged 6 and up are welcome to join in the fun and experience the magic of the cinema by participating in a short film.
Reduced group sizes and limited slots. Further information at imagineteatroyocio@gmail.com or on 697 474 643.
Patronato Musical Aguileño Summer School (I Edition)
Time: 9.00 to 2.00 from Monday to Friday.
The activities on offer include body language expression, creative workshops, yoga and relaxation, instrumental and body percussion, singing, mini games and English lessons.
Further information and bookings on 607 760 799 / 650 577 655
Diverpoli 2021
Fun activities for children aged between 6 and 14.
Place: municipal sports centre
Time: 10.00 to 1.00 from Monday to Friday
Maximum of 45 children per fortnight divided into three groups.
Prices: 30 euros per fortnight. First fortnight: 5th July to 18th July. Second fortnight: 19th July to 1st August. Third fortnight: 2nd August to 15th August.
Further information on 968 41 20 23.
The free activities include a bouncy castle, a Laser Tag competition and more.
Place: Infanta Doña Elena Auditorium.
Time: 8.00 in the morning to 12.00 at night on Friday 16th July.
Other activities
Spaxión Wellness Centre at the Hotel Puerto Juan Montiel
A wide range of face, body and beauty treatments available every day.
Bookings and further information on 968 414 811.
Actívate Águilas
Beginners’ skating classes for all ages, more information on 687 870 806.
Outdoor yoga for beginners, groups limited to 5, information and bookings on 687 870 806 or at activateaguilas@gmail.com.
Edu Mambo Latin Dance Studio
Zumba, salsa and bachata classes, telephone 630 885 385, or contact the Estudio Latín Dance for more information.
Calle Reina Sofía, nº 10.
Terpsícore Dance School
Modern dance, urban dance, Zumba and more for people aged 3 and up.
Latin dance with Kidu and Diana.
For more information call Cristina on 661 808 877 or Kidu and Diana on 664 040 476.
C/ Marín Menú, 52
Teyde theatre and development school
Salsa and bachata classes with Luis every Sunday from May onwards.
Further information on 622 285 608.
Yoga Time: therapeutic yoga taught by Miguel Ángel Cárceles in reduced groups with Covid safety restricctions.
Time: 6.30 in the evening on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Place: Huerto Don Jorge, with entrance through the back door opposite the Adolfo Suárez fairground, next to the swimming pool.
For more information and bookings call 644 743 858 / 667 876 584 or email scuelateyde@gmail.com
Hatha yoga classes
Free your mind and body with outdoor yoga classes for all skill levels.
Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8.00 to 9.00 in the morning at Chimenea de la Loma and on the promenade of Cocedores del Hornillo.
For more information call Laura on 633 174 641.
Águilas Festivity Book 2021
This year the proceeds from the Festivity Book will go to the Águilas Down Association.
Purchase points: Papelería Manuel Gris, C & L Mayoral, Centro Papel, Conchi Pardo, Restaurante Club Náutico, Droguería Santa María, Rosi butchers, Los Hijos del Niño fishmongers, Bar Las Delicias, La Corona mortuary and Santiveri.
Beach Yoga from 1st July
Location: Poniente beach, close to the Juan Montiel Hotel.
Time: 9.00 to 10.15 at night on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
For more information call Lara on 658 423 462.
A 52-page book full of illustrations and information about Águilas which will entertain children and adults alike.
Purchase points: Papel Centro, Papelería Clemente, Papelería Carrillo, Las Lomas, Bloque, Prensa-Papelería Manuel Grey, Librería Nobel and Carlín.
Tik tok competition: ‘Águilas with pride’, from 15th July to 18th July
To participate, upload your video with the hashtag #ÁguilasconOrgullo. The terms and conditions can be found by clicking https://bit.ly/3vEqVEw.
The Águilas Jazz Festival is scheduled for 6th August and 7th August at Plaza Antonio Cortijo, but the tickets are already on sale for 10 euros at the Archaeological Museum, the library, El Hornillo cinema and the Sol y Mar Bar-Restaurant.
Even more activities for July 2021 in Águilas can be found by clicking here.
*UPDATE* All activities scheduled between July 22 and 25 have currently been suspended due to a rise in Covid cases in the municipality.
However, all art and photographic exhibitions will remain open to the public with limited occupancy.
