Lucena, Andalusia
Province of Córdoba · Andalusia · Spain · 42,248 residents
Castillo del Moral
plaza de toros de Lucena
Jardín micológico La Trufa
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Museo Arqueológico y Etnológico de LucenaLucena is a town in Province of Córdoba, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 42,248 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Castillo del Moral and Cave of the Angel. The nearest airport is Málaga (AGP), about 1 h 12 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Castillo del Moral, Cave of the Angel and plaza de toros de Lucena.
- Best weather from April to June and September: daytime highs between 23°C and 29°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Málaga (AGP) is 50 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Lucena
Ranked by how well known they are.
1castle- 3amphitheatre
- 4botanical garden
- 5palace
- 6museum
Museo Arqueológico y Etnológico de Lucena
In the centre · Photo
Cave of the Angel
archaeological site · 4 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Lucena
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Lucena can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Lucena are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Lucena and the villages around it is a hire car from Málaga (AGP), about 1 h 12 min away.
Best time to visit Lucena
April to June and September: daytime highs between 23°C and 29°C with little rain.
- 15°CJan63 mm
- 16°CFeb83 mm
- 19°CMar134 mm
- 23°CApr12 mm
- 25°CMay38 mm
- 29°CJun29 mm
- 35°CJul1 mm
- 35°CAug3 mm
- 28°CSept40 mm
- 23°COct99 mm
- 19°CNov42 mm
- 14°CDec33 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 6°C | 63 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 6°C | 83 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 19°C | 8°C | 134 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 23°C | 11°C | 12 mm | 12 h |
| May | 25°C | 13°C | 38 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 29°C | 17°C | 29 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 35°C | 20°C | 1 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 35°C | 21°C | 3 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 28°C | 16°C | 40 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 14°C | 99 mm | 8 h |
| Nov | 19°C | 10°C | 42 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 6°C | 33 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Málaga (AGP)50 miles, about 1 h 12 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Granada (GRX)42 miles, about 59 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Seville (SVQ)77 miles, about 1 h 50 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 22 h 55 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Málaga (48 miles), Motril (71 miles).
Lucena is good for
Around Lucena
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Lucena worth visiting?
Yes. Lucena is known for Castillo del Moral, Cave of the Angel and plaza de toros de Lucena. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Lucena?
April to June and September, with daytime highs between 23°C and 29°C with little rain.
How do I get to Lucena from the UK?
Fly to Málaga (AGP), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 12 min by road. Granada (GRX) is an alternative, 42 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 22 h 55 min.
Is Lucena good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Lucena?
Córdoba (37 miles), Antequera (27 miles), Montilla (15 miles) and Alcalá la Real (31 miles) are all within an hour or so.