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Mula, Murcia

Murcia · Murcia · Spain · 16,941 residents

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Mula is a small town in Murcia, Murcia, Spain, home to around 16,941 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Castillo de los Vélez, Mula and Cueva Antón. The nearest airport is Murcia (RMU), about 37 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Castillo de los Vélez, Mula, Cueva Antón and Iberian Complex of El Cigarralejo.
  • Easy to reach: Murcia (RMU) is 26 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
  • Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.

Top sights in Mula

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Castillo de los Vélez, Mula1castle

    Castillo de los Vélez, Mula

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Mula, Spain

  • Cueva Antón2archaeological site

    Cueva Antón

    2 miles from the centre · Photo

    Mousterian rockshelter in Spain

  • Museo de Arte Ibérico El Cigarralejo4museum

    Museo de Arte Ibérico El Cigarralejo

    In the centre · Photo

  • Iberian Complex of El Cigarralejo

    archaeological site · 1 mile from the centre

Tours & tickets in Mula

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Mula can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Mula

Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Mula are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Mula and the villages around it is a hire car from Murcia (RMU), about 37 min away.

Best time to visit Mula

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Murcia (RMU)26 miles, about 37 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Alicante (ALC)53 miles, about 1 h 16 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Valencia (VLC)114 miles, about 2 h 42 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Driving from Calais takes roughly 21 h 5 min without stops.

Mula is good for

Around Mula

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Mula worth visiting?

Yes. Mula is known for Castillo de los Vélez, Mula, Cueva Antón and Iberian Complex of El Cigarralejo. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

How do I get to Mula from the UK?

Fly to Murcia (RMU), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 37 min by road. Alicante (ALC) is an alternative, 53 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 21 h 5 min.

Is Mula good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Mula?

Murcia (20 miles), Alcantarilla (16 miles), Calasparra (17 miles) and Cieza (14 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Mula?

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