Alhama de Murcia
Alhama de Murcia is the closest municipality to our office at Condado de Alhama and it is rich in culture and history, which we want to share with you all.
Working with the Alhama Culture Centre
Taquilla Tickets is proud to be working together with the Culture Centre in Alhama to bring you, our customers, all the events and fiestas this wonderful town has to offer us.
We will advertise all their events here on our website as well as in both of our offices. You can find the link at the bottom of this page, which goes directly to the Alhama de Murcia tourism page with all the events they have in place. That page can be translated into English.
Some of the more prominent events, such as the fair, the carnivals, the tapas routes and concerts, we will advertise as coach trips so we can all take part and experience the wonders of what the Spanish people enjoy, and be part of our local culture.
So keep a look out on our website for these trips. They will be clearly marked so you can book and help us support our local town.
Already in place: the monthly market coach
From February 2026 we are running a coach to the Tuesday market once a month. The dates for the whole of 2026 are on our website ready to book, so please support this local service.
Let's get to know Alhama de Murcia
Alhama de Murcia is located in the Bajo Guadalentín region of Murcia, known for its thermal waters (hence the name), the Roman Baths museum, and the nearby Sierra Espuña Natural Park. Its historic centre features a medieval castle and Renaissance palaces, while modern attractions include numerous parks and gardens.
Key features
Thermal waters. The name Alhama means thermal bath, referring to the natural hot springs that have attracted people since Roman times.
Roman Baths Museum. The ruins of the Roman baths, later used during the Islamic period, are now a museum showcasing the town's rich history.
Castle of Alhama. A significant landmark on a rocky outcrop, the 12th-century Arab castle stands as a testament to the town's past.
Sierra Espuña. The municipality provides access to Sierra Espuña, a regional park ideal for hiking and outdoor activities, and home to the historic snow wells.
History
Roman and Islamic past. The town's history is rooted in Roman settlements and the subsequent use of its thermal springs during the Islamic era.
Medieval heritage. Evidence of this era includes the Castle of Alhama, a structure built in the 12th century.
Renaissance architecture. The town also boasts Renaissance palaces and noble houses.
Cultural and natural attractions
Archaeological Museum Los Baños. The site of the Roman and Islamic thermal baths, now an archaeological museum.
Sierra Espuña Regional Park. A protected area offering diverse landscapes and recreational opportunities.
Snow wells. Circular ice houses built in the 16th and 17th centuries, located in Sierra Espuña.
Colourful facades. The town's houses are known for their vibrant facades in colours like red, violet, ochre and blue.
Location
Alhama de Murcia is situated in the central part of the Region of Murcia, in the Valle del Guadalentín.
It is located approximately 36 kilometres from the city of Murcia and around 15 minutes' drive from Condado de Alhama.
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