Things to do in Valencia Coast

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Alicante featuring landscape views, a coastal town and a beach

Alicante featuring interior views and heritage elements

Alicante featuring a city, street scenes and outdoor eating

Alicante showing a beach as well as a large group of people

Alicante showing swimming, a beach and a coastal town

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1. City of Arts and Sciences

The City of Arts and Sciences is a multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex. Discover over 500 marine species, enjoy opera performances, enjoy interactive science and technology exhibits and watch 3-D movies. This complex of six venues stretches along 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) of Valencia’s Turía Gardens and is a showcase of the city’s modern architecture.

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City of Arts and Sciences featuring a city and modern architecture

2. Alicante Harbour

For many visitors to the coast of Spain, the Alicante Harbour is the first port of call. When most of Alicante’s maritime industry shifted to nearby Valencia in the 1980s, the city’s harbor precinct was redeveloped for the tourist market. Today, 80,000 visitors disembark at the harbor from cruise ships, ferries and pleasure craft each year. The area surrounding the harbor is busy most of the day, with locals and visitors alike strolling the promenade in search of the perfect restaurant or bar.

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Alicante Harbour which includes a bay or harbor

3. Malvarrosa Beach

Situated north of the port of Valencia, Malvarrosa Beach offers the chance to swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, play beach sports and take walks along a wide beachfront promenade. The beach features historic villas, fine restaurants and clean waters and is only minutes away from the city.

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Malvarrosa Beach showing a beach and general coastal views

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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Levante Beach featuring general coastal views and a coastal town as well as a couple

5. Poniente Beach

Hang out with locals and dine at waterfront restaurants at Poniente Beach (Playa de Poniente). Stretching west from the Old Town, Poniente Beach has almost 1.9 miles (3 kilometers) of soft golden sand and warm Mediterranean water to enjoy. The beach’s name derives from the Latin word for setting (or west) and this is where you’ll witness the day’s last moments of sunshine in Benidorm.

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Poniente Beach which includes a coastal town, a beach and general coastal views

6. 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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City of Arts and Sciences which includes interior views and marine life as well as a large group of people

What to do in Valencia Coast

Popular places to visit

City of Arts and Sciences

Watch an opera performance, visit an interactive science museum and spot 500 species of marine life at this multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex.

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.

Alicante Harbour

Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.

Malvarrosa Beach

Swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, stroll along the promenade and dine along the waterfront at one of Valencia’s most popular urban beaches.

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.

Poniente Beach

Experience the quieter side of Benidorm’s beach scene while being within walking distance of the vibrant nighttime action at this child-friendly bay.

Oceanogràfic Aquarium

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

Postiguet Beach

Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

Visit stately historical buildings and learn about Valencia’s history and evolution when you spend time in this beautiful city center square.

Areas of Valencia Coast

Valencia City Centre

4.5/5(659 area reviews)

Explore Valencia’s medieval streets, admire historic architecture, visit food markets and museums and people-watch from lively squares.

Alicante City Centre

4.5/5(282 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.

Orihuela Costa

4/5(36 area reviews)

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

4.5/5(131 area reviews)

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.

Valencia City Centre featuring a square or plaza, a park and heritage architecture

Ciutat Vella

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