What to do in Murcia

What to do during your stay

Discover everything that is hidden around the hotel. El Barrio del Carmen, a unique place in Murcia slow-city...

The Hotel Universal Murcia is located in the Barrio del Carmen, a unique space for its culture and tradition. It is the oldest neighborhood in the city. It has the oldest garden in Spain. It is connected to the historic center of the capital of Murcia by the Puente de los Peligros, historical emblem of the city. Immerse yourself in its unique spaces and experience the city in a different way.

Artillery Barracks

Two minutes from the hotel is the Artillery Barracks, an old military complex in the city of Murcia converted into a culture and leisure area. It has terraces, green areas for walking, children's playgrounds and artistic spaces, among which the Creative Production Pavilion, the University of Murcia Museum and the Aquarium stand out.

Murcia River River Walk

Recently inaugurated Murcia Rio consists of walks at the level of the Segura river and green areas for the practice of sport and cycling. It connects to La Mota del Río, a pedestrian and bicycle path that runs parallel to the river until La Contraparada, 12 km away.
Remember that you can rent a bike to explore the green areas or the city of Murcia in a sustainable way in our hotel. Write to us or ask at reception for more information.

Museum of Science and Water


5 minutes from the hotel is the Science and Water Museum, a recreational and scientific space for all audiences in which the curiosity of those attending is encouraged and scientific knowledge is brought closer in a fun way

. Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 10-14 and 16.30 to 19 h. Sundays: 10-14 h. Mondays and holidays closedMore
info here

Charming Gardens

The hotel is situated between two of the largest gardens in Murcia. At the back of the hotel is the Floridablanca garden, the oldest in Murcia (and in Spain), characterised by its thousand-year-old ficus trees. On the bank of the Segura River, 5 minutes from the hotel, is the Malecón Garden, a long walk among an endless number of fruit and vegetable varieties. Don't forget to visit them and get lost in them.

Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Baroque style built in 1721 and consecrated in 1969. The church is the canonical seat of the Archconfraternity of the Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the place from which the "coloraos" (people who wear the colours) depart at Easter.

Going out for tapas

In the surroundings there are bars and restaurants to enjoy the Murcian gastronomy. The Casa Pacoche restaurant is located in the building next to the hotel. The Plaza de las Flores known in Murcia for its terraces is 10 minutes away from our facilities. Don't forget to try the marinera and the baked octopus 😉
Ask at reception about the cultural and gastronomic offer of the city of Murcia and our staff will advise you about everything you can visit.

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