Daily guided tours of the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca
The palatial residence contains antique furniture from the last 350 years and important works of art Almost 13 years after the Casa de Guevara was closed to visitors after being damaged in the earthquakes which hit the city of Lorca on 11th May 2011, the palatial residence has now been fully restored and converted into a museum which opened to the public on 28th February 2024. Entering through the main doorway, built in the style of an altarpiece..

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New audio guide tour of the church of San Patricio IN ENGLISH
Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace A new tour is being offered in Lorca this summer of the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, enabling both visitors and locals to enjoy the artistic heritage of the historic city every day of the week except on Mondays through visits in which audio guides are available in Spanish, English and French. These audio guides can be used either with headsets or..

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Until December 8 Exhibition of sketches used in the design of Semana Santa embroidery in Lorca
Drafts and design ideas which resulted in Lorca holding some of the most spectacular Easter parades in Spain The MASS museum in Lorca, which is owned and run by the Paso Azul, one of the most important of the groups which take part in the spectacular Semana Santa processions every spring, is holding an exhibition until 8th December entitled “Bocetos que cambiaron la historia” (Sketches Which Changed History). The exhibition in the church..

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September 19 to November 9 Historical embroidery exhibition in Lorca
The Paso Blanco show off 121 years of magnificent embroidery at the MuBBla museum in Lorca To mark the 30th anniversary of the MuBBla embroidery museum in Lorca, where some of the embroidered treasures of the city’s renowned Semana Santa processions are kept, an exhibition entitled “Los Tres Felices” is being held between 19th September and 9th November. The three artistic directors of embroidery who are commemorated in the exhibition..

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October 3 to 30 Art exhibition by internationally known artist José Royo in Lorca
“Essence” by Royo at the Palacete del Huerto Ruano in Lorca José Royo was born in Valencia in 1941 and has made his name as an artist through his post-impressionist work as he has travelled the globe almost incessantly. He has spent much of his life in North America and while his work has continued apace this exhibition at the Huerto Ruano venue in Lorca is the first time works from his “Essence” series have been on display in Spain..

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September 23 to November 23 Exhibition of documents relating to the medieval Jews in Lorca
"Memoria escrita de la presencia judía en Lorca" at the archaeological museum of Lorca The numerous events in Lorca which are taking place in September in celebrating European Jewish Culture include the opening on 23rd September of an exhibition entitled "Memoria escrita de la presencia judía en Lorca", offering a chance to see a range of historical documents reflecting the presence of an important Sephardic Jewish community..

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October 17 to 26 Acho Beer Fest in Lorca
The event includes an attempt to beat the world record for simultaneous beer drinking! Images: Achobeer Fest Facebook Centuries of glorious history and majestic nobility, reflected in the magnificent buildings of the old city centre, have only left Lorca thirsting for more renown and fame, and on 25th October the achievements of the city could see another magnificent episode added to the archives when an attempt is to be made on the world..

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October 26 Mystery Halloween tour of Lorca castle for children
El Extraño Caso del Mago Lope y el Malvado Señor Hyde at the Fortress of the Sun Based extremely loosely on the story of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, this activity at Lorca castle concerns a wizard (El Mago Lope) who spends his days preparing potions in his laboratory in Lorca castle, with the slight inconvenience that sometimes he simply disappears! In his place appears a crazed monster, obsessed with music and dancing. What’s is going on? Can..

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October 31 Legends and Mysteries of Lorca, a Halloween tour of Lorca for adults
Ancient tales of lovers and ghosts as night falls in Lorca this Halloween! Most people who visit Lorca are aware of the majestic castle above the city and the imposing Former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, as well as many other well-known buildings and monuments, but have you ever heard about the Christ of Coal? Or the lovers of the Alameda de los Tristes? Or the ghost of the Palacio de Guevara? This year on Halloween those mysteries are..

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November 1 and 2 Mystery Halloween tour of Lorca castle for children
El Extraño Caso del Mago Lope y el Malvado Señor Hyde at the Fortress of the Sun Based extremely loosely on the story of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, this activity at Lorca castle concerns a wizard (El Mago Lope) who spends his days preparing potions in his laboratory in Lorca castle, with the slight inconvenience that sometimes he simply disappears! In his place appears a crazed monster, obsessed with music and dancing. What’s is going on? Can..

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Lorca tourist office to re-open in the Palacio de Guevara
The refurbished palace welcomes back Lorca tourist office After the long refurbishment and restoration of the monumental Palacio de Guevara in Lorca the tourist office will be moving back to the building, offering services not only to those visiting the city as a whole but also those who are keen to see the interior of the palatial mansion. Like the office in the Plaza de España, the Palacio de Guevara boasts a central location and also the..

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The Lorca y Tú card offers discounts on guided tours and free entry to the castle and museums
A great way to enjoy 12 months of reduced price admission to most of the major tourist attractions in Lorca The attractions of the historic city of Lorca are so numerous that they are best visited over a couple of days, a week or throughout the year, and the Lorca y Tú discount card offers complete freedom to get to know the city over a period of 12 months without rushing round and missing fascinating details. Among the benefits for cardholders..

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