Things To Do
El Faro
This is a beautiful 5 km roundtrip hike to the lighthouse of Alfas del Pi. You will see breathtaking views of the coast line and mountains. This is considered an easy to moderate hike on a paved road with some incline.
Chocolatería Valor
Who doesn't love churros y chocolate! Plus, calories don't count when you're on vacation!
Mercat Central de Valencia
Open M-S, 8:00-2:30 PM The Central Market of Valencia is an architectural beauty. Here you will be able to experience a typical valenciano market. There are small bites to eat, horchata to drink and if you are willing to make the wait we had a great meal at Central Bar by Ricard Camarena inside of the mercat. Make sure to put your name on the waiting list before making the line and best for smaller parties as the bar seating area is very limited. Francesco still dreams about the rabo encendido.
Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
The City of Arts and Sciences is a cultural and architectural (Calatrava) complex in the city of Valencia, Spain. Beautiful to walk around on the outskirts to take in the view and if you are traveling with children, the aquarium is a great stop as well!
Castell de Guadalest
This small and beautiful medieval village is located in the center of one of the most picturesque valleys of the Costa Blanca: The Guadalest Valley. Surrounded by some of the most emblematic mountains of Alicante, such as the Sierra de Xortà, the Serrella, the Sierra de Bèrnia and the Sierra de Aitana, Guadalest is one of the main tourist attractions of Alicante, due to its proximity to Benidorm and the great beauty of its natural environment. I recommend wearing sneakers for this visit as the uphill cobblestone can be difficult to manage in other footwear.
Plaza de la Iglesia
Be sure to visit the liveliest spot in the village of Altea. Here you can find musicians out in the streets, loads of artisan shops, and lovely restaurants. Walk around the cobblestone streets of the town's peak and be sure to stop by the mirador for one of the best views of the town's coastline.
Fuentes del Algar
Just a 10 minute drive from Altea, Fuentes de Algar (Algar waterfalls) is a must see. Here you can walk a 1.5km path along the channel of the Algar river where you will see some spectacular waterfalls and natural spring pools where those feeling bold can take a dip in the water that is a consistent 65 degrees year-round!
Walking Tour of Valencia
1. Park at Sorolla Train Station, 21 min walk to 2. Mercat Central -Grab a bite at Ricardo Camarena - just be sure to put your name on the list before waiting in line (wouldn't recommend for parties larger than 4), 2 min walk to 3. La Lonja de La Seda, 5 min walk to 4. Catedral, 1 min walk to 5. Plaza de La Reina around the Catedral go to Calle Caballeros Casa Roberto - paella tipica Valenciana Hellen Berenger, 6 min walk to 6. Plaza de Ayuntamiento La Llisa Negra Vuelve Carolina, 27 min walk to 7. Parque Gullivers, 11 min walk to 8. Ciudad de las Artes, 27 min walk to 9. Russafa, 15 min walk back to the train station
Alicante
Many of you will be arriving in Alicante, the capital of the province Alicante and a beautiful port city. Here are a few things that can be seen if you choose to explore.