Holidays in La Manga

The city of La Manga´s beaches enclose the clear blue lagoon known as Mar Menor, one of the premier Mediterranean destinations for fun in the water. La Manga itself is a thriving centre packed with activities for visitors to make the most of the sunny days and warm Mediterranean nights. Once you´ve covered all of La Manga´s 22-kilometre beach area, drive just one hour to explore town of Murcia, or 90 minutes to Alicante.

Facts for La Manga Holidays

One of the best times for La Manga holidays is in May and June, when average daily maximum temperatures reach between 25° to 30°C. If you like hot, then the Mediterranean summer is perfect! Most visitors arrive via the Murcia-San Javier Airport, just a 45-minute drive away. Alternatively, Spain's high-speed rail network also serves the region. On arrival, visitors can explore the city using La Manga's excellent local bus system, or rent a bicycle to get around town and enjoy the sun at the same time. For adventures further afield, numerous car hire options are available in La Manga. So set your watch or dashboard clock to GMT+1 and get out and explore!

La Manga Holiday Attractions

One of the greatest attractions of La Manga holidays is undoubtedly the Mar Menor, a lagoon which is no more than seven metres deep but hosts an enormous array of activities, including the opportunity to scuba dive down to archeological sites and shipwrecks. Sailing, windsurfing, and kiteboarding are also very popular activities, with schools for each operating in the area, beginners welcome! Other daytime activities include visiting the main square, Plaza Bohemia, to enjoy home-made tapas, or browsing the artists' market. Come night-time, besides watching the moon's reflection glow in the warm Mediterranean waters, visitors can enjoy family friendly outdoor cinemas, or dance away the hot summer nights in one of La Manga's popular clubs.