Best Beaches Near Valencia: 2026 Guide

The best beaches near Valencia range from the city sands of La Malvarrosa to the wild dunes of El Saler and the turquoise bay of Xàbia. This is a hand-picked selection by FindeValencia of the stretches of coast that are genuinely worth the trip; you'll find them all in the beaches section.

Valencia city beaches

You can reach these on foot, by bike or by tram from the centre, and all are free to access.

Playa de la Malvarrosa

The city's best-known urban beach: wide, golden sand, with a promenade lined with rice and paella restaurants facing the sea. It's the easiest choice if you're staying in Valencia and don't want a long trip just to swim. Full details on the Malvarrosa page.

Playa del Cabanyal (Las Arenas)

It continues south from the Malvarrosa, right beside the old fishing quarter of El Cabanyal. Fine sand, the historic Las Arenas bathhouse, and plenty of local life on weekends. Good for pairing a swim with lunch by the water; see the Cabanyal page.

El Saler and La Garrofera

Inside the Albufera Natural Park, El Saler is an open beach backed by the dunes and pine woods of the Devesa, with clean water and a protected setting. For something wilder, walk on to La Garrofera, undeveloped and with a naturist area. In between, Pinedo marks where the pines start and tends to be quieter than the city beaches.

Playa del Perellonet

South of the Albufera, with fine sand and shallow water that shelves gently. It's one of the easiest for small children; see the Perellonet page.

Town beaches a short hop from Valencia

• La Patacona (Alboraya): just north of the city, with street art murals and modern beach bars. A young crowd, and easy to reach from the city.
• Playa del Puig: quiet and uncrowded, reachable by Cercanías train. A relaxed beach day without a car.
• Canet d'en Berenguer: a Blue Flag family beach next to Sagunto, with fine sand and calm water.
• Cullera: long sands below the castle and the mouth of the Júcar river, with a lively promenade.

The province's big beaches

Playa de Gandía

The Safor's main beach: fine sand, shallow water, and a huge promenade with every service you'd need. It's the summer classic for families. More on the Gandía page.

Oliva and Xeraco

Kilometres of fine sand backed by dunes and barely built up. Oliva is one of the longest and quietest beaches in the province; its neighbour Xeraco adds wetland behind the dunes and rarely gets crowded.

Peñíscola North Beach and Xàbia's Arenal

For a longer trip, two beaches worth calling out on their own: Peñíscola North Beach, beside the walled old town and the Papa Luna castle, and the Arenal in Xàbia, a turquoise bay in the Marina Alta. Heading down to Alicante, El Postiguet sits below Santa Bárbara castle.

Getting there without a car

For the city beaches, the tram (lines 4 and 6) reaches the Malvarrosa and the Cabanyal (Las Arenas). La Patacona, Pinedo, El Saler and Perellonet are served by EMT buses, with extra services added in summer. For Cullera, Gandía, El Puig or Canet (Sagunto), the Renfe Cercanías train is the easiest option; it's worth checking times on the day. More ideas for getting around in our transport guide.

When to go

From June to September the water is warm enough to swim and the city beaches fill up at weekends, so it pays to arrive early for a good spot. In May and October the dune beaches like Oliva or El Saler are nearly empty. Before you set off, check the live events agenda in case something's on along the coast that day, and find more seaside plans in the day trips guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best beach in Valencia city?

La Malvarrosa is the most convenient and best connected. If you prefer nature and dunes, El Saler inside the Albufera is the better option, just a few minutes away.

Do you have to pay to enter these beaches?

No, every beach in this guide is public and free to access. You only pay for optional services such as sun loungers, parasols or parking.

Which beach near Valencia is best for children?

Perellonet, Canet d'en Berenguer and Gandía have shallow water and fine sand, which makes them comfortable for families with young children.

Can you reach the beaches by public transport?

Yes. The tram links the city to the Malvarrosa and the Cabanyal, EMT buses cover La Patacona and the southern beaches, and the Cercanías train reaches Cullera, Gandía, El Puig and Canet (Sagunto).