Beaches in València and around
The best beaches in the city and along the coast. Filter by town.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de la MalvarrosaValènciaThe most famous urban beach in València, with wide golden sand and a long seaside promenade full of paella and rice restaurants facing the…
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya del Cabanyal (Las Arenas)ValènciaA continuation of the Malvarrosa next to the Cabanyal neighbourhood, wide and with fine sand, with a historic bathhouse and a lively local…
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de la PataconaAlborayaThe trendy beach of Alboraya, just north of the city, with fine sand, urban art murals and modern beach bars. A young, laid-back atmosphere.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de PinedoValènciaSouth of the city, quieter and more open, where the dunes and pine groves begin.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya del SalerValènciaAn unspoilt beach within the Albufera Natural Park, backed by the dunes and pine groves of the Devesa del Saler.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de la GarroferaValènciaA wild dune beach in the heart of the Devesa del Saler, undeveloped and with a naturist area.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya del PerellonetValènciaA calm beach south of the Albufera, with fine sand and shallow waters, ideal for families looking for tranquility away from the crowds.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de CulleraCulleraLong golden sands at the foot of Cullera castle and the mouth of the Júcar, with a lively seafront promenade.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de GandíaGandiaThe great beach of La Safor, with fine golden sand and shallow waters, a long promenade and excellent services.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de OlivaOlivaKilometres of fine sand backed by dunes and barely built up, one of the longest and quietest beaches in the province.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de Canet d'en BerenguerCanet d'en BerenguerA family-friendly blue-flag beach next to Sagunto, with fine sand and calm waters, a good promenade and services.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya del PuigEl PuigA quiet, uncrowded beach north of València, reachable by commuter train. Ideal for a relaxed day by the sea without a car.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya Norte de PeñíscolaPeníscolaThe large sandy beach beside the walled old town and the castle of Pope Luna, with a beautiful seafront promenade.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya del Arenal (Xàbia)XàbiaThe sandy beach of Xàbia, a sheltered bay of turquoise waters with a promenade full of bars and restaurants.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya del Postiguet (Alicante)AlacantAlicante's urban beach, at the foot of Santa Bárbara castle and beside the old town. Golden sand and a coastal-city atmosphere.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya de XeracoXeracoA wide beach of fine sand backed by dunes and marshland, quiet and family-friendly, neighbour to Gandía.
🔒 Secret spots
- Hidden gemWater among rocks: a corner of inland Valencia
A landscape of water and rock in the Valencia region. Supporters can read the place name, location and the article’s visit notes.
- Beach & natureWater and birds: a Valencian wetland to explore
A wetland in the Valencia region, with water, vegetation and birdlife. Supporters can read its name, location and the article’s visit notes.
- Hidden gemRock art in the Valencia region
An article about rock art in the Valencia region. Supporters can read the place name, location and the article’s visit notes.
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- Beach & natureA Valencian cove for taking in the sea
A cove in the Valencia region with the coastal landscape at its heart. Supporters can read its name, location and the article’s visit notes.
- Beach & natureA Valencian spring for watching the water
A freshwater spring in the Valencia region, explored through observation. Supporters can read its name, location and the article’s visit notes.
- ViewpointA Valencian cave with a view of the landscape
A cave in the Valencia region with a view of the surrounding landscape. Supporters can read its name, location and the article’s visit notes.
- Natural poolA spring-fed pool among ferns
A small pool in inland Valencia. The Spanish guide covers the walking approach and checks before setting out.
- ViewpointA viewpoint above cork-oak woodland
An inland viewpoint in the Valencia region. The Spanish guide explains the forest-track approach and the steep final section.
- ViewpointA viewpoint over a village and its valley
An inland Valencia viewpoint over a village and valley. The Spanish guide locates the path and explains what to check before going.
- Hidden gemAn abandoned hamlet beside a power station
A ruined hamlet and the remains of an old power station in a gorge in inland Valencia. The Spanish guide explains the trail and what to check.
- ViewpointA lookout over a canyon and its valley
A lookout with stone tables above a canyon in inland Valencia. The Spanish guide covers the walking approach and checks before setting out.
- Hidden gemA 17th-century snow well in the mountains
An old circular snow well in the mountains of inland Castellón. The Spanish guide explains the way up and what to check before setting out.
- ViewpointRock columns above a reservoir
Rock columns overlooking a small reservoir in inland Castelló. The Spanish guide covers the walking approach and checks before setting out.
- Hidden gemAn old pine among the ruins of a quarry
A pine about 150 years old among the ruins of a quarry, in the hills behind the Valencian coast. The Spanish guide covers the walking approach and checks.
- Hidden gemA summit with a border history
A high-mountain summit with a medieval history in inland Valencia. The Spanish guide covers the walking approach and checks before setting out.