Guidebook for San Javier
Sightseeing
Historic city with beautiful marina. Approx 30 minutes drive
120 locals recommend
Municipality of Cartagena
Historic city with beautiful marina. Approx 30 minutes drive
Another historic city within the region which is worth a visit. Approx 1 hour drive
13 locals recommend
Lorca
Another historic city within the region which is worth a visit. Approx 1 hour drive
The are is very well known for its natural salt baths which are famed for providing healing qualities! Pop down to las salinas and emerse yourself in the naturally warm water then scoop out the mud and apply to your body then allow to dry to feel the beneficial effects.
Las Salinas
16 C. Garza RealThe are is very well known for its natural salt baths which are famed for providing healing qualities! Pop down to las salinas and emerse yourself in the naturally warm water then scoop out the mud and apply to your body then allow to dry to feel the beneficial effects.
Drinks & Nightlife
Local Spanish bar serving food and drinks all day and evening. Very vibrant with a mix of locals and tourists. Occasionally have live music or events
6 locals recommend
Roda's Bar
s/n C. DoloresLocal Spanish bar serving food and drinks all day and evening. Very vibrant with a mix of locals and tourists. Occasionally have live music or events
The square is the main bar within the local 'strip'. This area provides a large choice of restaurants and bars all of which we have found to be of good quality.
The SQUARE
58 C. Rio BorinesThe square is the main bar within the local 'strip'. This area provides a large choice of restaurants and bars all of which we have found to be of good quality.
Food Scene
GURKHA DURBAR NEPALESE RESTAURANT
61 C. VienaLovely Indian food with friendly service. Indoor eating
Small Irish bar and restaurant in the local village. Good quality restaurant and friendly bar.
Campbells Bar & Restaurant
Calle RemediosSmall Irish bar and restaurant in the local village. Good quality restaurant and friendly bar.
Shopping
Indoors and open 7 days per week. Small local shopping centr featuring carefour supermarket as well as small shops, cinema and bowling alley.
97 locals recommend
Dos Mares Shopping Center
777 N-332Indoors and open 7 days per week. Small local shopping centr featuring carefour supermarket as well as small shops, cinema and bowling alley.
Outdoor shopping mall offering lots of choice for shopping. approximately 20 minutes drive away.
77 locals recommend
La Zenia Boulevard
2 C. JadeOutdoor shopping mall offering lots of choice for shopping. approximately 20 minutes drive away.
Parks & Nature
Renowned for its salt lakes and pink flamingos there are plenty walks and other nature to explore
94 locals recommend
Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar
Renowned for its salt lakes and pink flamingos there are plenty walks and other nature to explore
Essentials
Cartagena Mercado
6 Calle Ribera de San JavierGood selection of everyday foods including fresh fish counter
pharmacies can be identified by the green cross outside. The local ones in San Javier and Los Alcazares both speak good English and are a good place to start before seeing a doctor (unless it is an emergency)
Farmacia San Javier
1049 Calle Matamorospharmacies can be identified by the green cross outside. The local ones in San Javier and Los Alcazares both speak good English and are a good place to start before seeing a doctor (unless it is an emergency)
Entertainment & Activities
The on site golf course is available to be be booked by all visitors. There is also a gymnasium on site as well as tennis court, paddle tennis courts and a multi sports pitch that can be hired.
12 locals recommend
Roda Golf & Beach Resort
The on site golf course is available to be be booked by all visitors. There is also a gymnasium on site as well as tennis court, paddle tennis courts and a multi sports pitch that can be hired.
Good fun 18 hole crazy golf course. Suitable for all ages
12 locals recommend
Golf Delux Los Alcázares Murcia
Good fun 18 hole crazy golf course. Suitable for all ages
Suitable for adults and children with a variety of cars to choose from. Good fun
13 locals recommend
Go Karts Mar Menor
Suitable for adults and children with a variety of cars to choose from. Good fun
Fabulous zoo with waterpark. Beautiful setting at the top of the city. Zoo has been very well designed - spend the morning here then into the waterpark for the afternoon. A great family day out. Approx 40 minute drive
52 locals recommend
Terra Natura Murcia
Fabulous zoo with waterpark. Beautiful setting at the top of the city. Zoo has been very well designed - spend the morning here then into the waterpark for the afternoon. A great family day out. Approx 40 minute drive