Cabo de Palos Travel Guide

Cartagena

A palm tree in the foreground with a city skyline in the background.
Photo by José Ibáñez (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
A rocky coastline with a building on a cliff and the ocean in the background.
A coastal scene with a person standing on a concrete pier, the ocean, and distant landforms under a cloudy sky.
A coastal town with a rocky shoreline, clear blue sea, and buildings along the coast.
A rocky coastline with a white marker labeled "OPM T" in the foreground, waves crashing against the rocks, and the ocean extending to the horizon.

Stay near popular Cabo de Palos attractions

Lighthouse of Cabo de Palos

9.2/10 (63 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Cartagena with a trip to Lighthouse of Cabo de Palos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
See properties

Things to do

La Manga: Panoramic Tour of 4 Islands in the Mar Menor

La Manga: Panoramic route around 4 Islands in the Mar Menor

฿574
per adult
La Manga: Panoramic route around 4 Islands in the Mar Menor
Roman exploration in Cartagena

Roman exploration in Cartagena (Spain) walking tour

฿2,102
per adult
Roman exploration in Cartagena (Spain) walking tour
La Manga: Panoramic Tour of 4 Islands in the Mar Menor

La Manga: Panoramic route around 4 Islands in the Mar Menor

฿573
per adult
La Manga: Panoramic route around 4 Islands in the Mar Menor
From Murcia Cabo de Palos and Cartagena with Teatro Romano

From Murcia Cabo de Palos and Cartagena with Teatro Romano

฿2,102
per adult
From Murcia Cabo de Palos and Cartagena with Teatro Romano
From Murcia: Cabo de Palos and Cartagena with entry to the Roman Theater.

From Murcia: Cabo de Palos and Cartagena with entry to the Roman Theater.

฿2,102
per adult
From Murcia: Cabo de Palos and Cartagena with entry to the Roman Theater.
Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting

Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting

฿3,020
per adult
Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting
See all activities in Cartagena

Where to stay in Cabo de Palos

Find the best Cabo de Palos areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a lighthouse, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés

Unique features of Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés include the golf courses and spas. Make a stop by Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas y Peña del Águila Regional Park or Playa de Mar de Cristal while you're exploring the area.

A historic building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a coastal landscape.

El Beal

El Beal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Los Nietos Beach and El Vivero.

A child standing on a pebbly beach, a sailboat with a colorful sail, and distant mountains.
Photo by Evgeniy Isaev
Open Photo by Evgeniy Isaev

La Azohia

You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in La Azohia. You might want to make time for a stop at Playa de San Ginés or Playa de La Chapineta.

An ancient amphitheater surrounded by modern buildings and a port.

Cartagena Casco

Historical sites, museums and waterfront views are some highlights of Cartagena Casco. Make a stop by Punic wall of Cartagena or Gran Hotel while you're exploring.

A sailboat on calm waters with a cityscape and mountains in the background.

Lentiscar

If you're spending some time in Lentiscar, Playa de Los Urrutias and Playa de Punta Brava are top sights worth seeing.

Cabo de Palos Travel Guide