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Valencia City Centre showing a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

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Castle of Santa Barbara featuring a city, night scenes and general coastal views

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1. Malvarrosa Beach

Float in the warm Mediterranean Sea, join beach sports and take long sunset walks at Malvarrosa Beach. Along its attractive waterfront promenade you’ll see heritage villas, popular bistros and bars.

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Malvarrosa Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

2. City of Arts and Sciences

There is a range of entertainment offered in the City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic cultural centre. This 2-kilometre (1.2-mile) complex features an aquarium with more than 500 marine species, science and technology exhibits, 3-D shows and operas performed in a concert hall.

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3. Alicante Harbour

Located in the pristine Costa Blanca, Alicante Harbour is the gateway to the Spanish coast. Since most of the city’s maritime industry moved to Valencia in the 1980s, Alicante Harbour has been given room to redevelop into a tourist destination. Today, Alicante Harbour is a primary port of call for cruise ships, ferries and pleasure craft, bringing 80,000 visitors to the area each year. The harbour’s surrounding streets and main promenade buzzes throughout the day and night, with locals and visitors strolling between restaurants and bars.

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Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

4. Llevant Beach

Long-time Benidorm residents, families, couples and partygoers all descend upon the glorious setting of Levante Beach (Playa de Levante). This coastal treasure in one of Spain’s busiest resorts is the ideal place to cool off from the hot summer sun and go swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. Levante Beach is where the sun first shines on the town. Come early to watch the sunrise and stick around to watch the action unfold.

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5. Oceanogràfic Aquarium

The Oceanogràfic Aquarium is one of Europe’s largest aquariums. The expansive complex is divided into multiple areas, each representing one of the world’s primary marine ecosystems. In addition to seeing beluga whales, sharks, walruses, penguins and hundreds of other species, enjoy entertaining activities that allow interaction with the animals in unique ways.

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6. Postiguet Beach

A full day exploring the sights of Alicante may leave you searching for the perfect place to cool off and refresh yourself before the evening’s revelries. Look no further: the centrally located Postiguet Beach is the ideal spot to go for a revitalising swim in the Mediterranean Sea. Situated adjacent to the Alicante Harbour, Postiguet Beach can easily be reached by walking from the city, making it a great spot for a quick dip.

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Postiguet Beach showing a coastal town, landscape views and a sunset

What to do in Valencian Community

Discover the most popular places to visit in Valencian Community

Malvarrosa Beach

Calm waters, ocean breezes and restaurant terraces provide relaxation during the day, while bars and music rule the night at Valencia’s popular urban beachfront.

City of Arts and Sciences

Explore this modern cultural centre and enjoy a range of entertainment, with an expansive aquarium, science centre and concert hall.

Alicante Harbour

Alicante’s industrial and maritime centre has been transformed into a stylish bar and restaurant precinct with commanding views over Postiguet Beach.

Port of Valencia

Explore the waterfront in Valencia with a trip to Port of Valencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Llevant Beach

One of the Costa Blanca’s finest beaches is loved by locals and vacationers alike for its soft sand, crystalline water, busy promenade and nightlife.

Oceanogràfic Aquarium

Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.

Aerial view of the beaches and coves of Orihuela Costa, Alicante province, Spain

La Zenia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at La Zenia Beach during your travels in La Zenia? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.

Postiguet Beach

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this pristine beach which sits alongside a fine selection of restaurants and the exciting nightlife of the city.

Bioparc Valencia Zoo

Watch lions lazing, primates playing and crocodiles splashing in this realistic re-creation of some of Africa’s most dynamic ecosystems.

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Valencia City Centre

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

Stroll through Valencia’s historic streets and enjoy Spanish architecture, interesting museums and outdoor cafés in lively squares.

Alicante City Centre

5/5(8 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.

Beautiful views of the rocks and coast of the Mediterranean. Spain

Orihuela Costa

5/5(1 area review)

Orihuela Costa is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Zenia Boulevard Shopping Center and Cabo Roig Beach while in the area.

Benidorm Centro

2/5(1 area review)

Lively cabaret entertainment sets this seaside town apart from its neighbors in Alicante. Bask in the sun on the beaches and visit the tapas bars after sundown.

Ciutat Vella

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Plaza Redonda to La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playa de San Juan

This beach is a popular Alicante destination, but it’s easy to find your own spot of sand to lounge in the sun and the water is perfect for swimming and watersports.

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