Spending a weekend in the Valencian Community is synonymous with good weather, great food and picture-perfect landscapes. With this in mind, Renfe has prepared a list of destinations for you to enjoy a wonderful weekend getaway on the coast of the Valencian Community and enjoy to its good weather all year-round.
Read on to discover the best destinations to enjoy a getaway in the Valencian Community.
Castelló
Our first option is Castellón. Discover all about its history, culture and of course, its gastronomy, while talking a walk through the city. We recommend that you start with the Plaza Mayor, home to the city's main buildings, and which you can use as a starting point to discover the Co-cathedral of Santa María or the Central Market.
The province of Castellón has two other perfect destinations to round off your weekend: Peñíscola and Benicarló. These two towns are very close to one another, making them the perfect option to spend a couple of days and enjoy their beaches.
- Peñíscola. Peñíscola is the holiday destination par excellence in the province of Castellón. The city that is home to Castillo del Papa Luna not only boasts endless beaches to soak up the good weather, it also has a beautiful old town with countless attractions that you won't want to miss.
We recommend that you take a stroll down the cobbled streets with whitewashed facades of the fortified town and kick back with a drink on one of the terraces overlooking the sea. What could be better?
- Benicarló. Another icon in this region is undoubtedly Benicarló. Its urban beaches are havens of peace for enjoying a quiet dip or long walks. Although Benicarló is much more than a good beach destination! The town is also home to interesting cultural and monumental heritage that is bound to surprise you.
Valencia
Valencia is undoubtedly the most popular option for spending the weekend. Its cathedral, La Lonja, the church of San Nicolás de Bari or the Central Market await. And going beyond the historic quarter of Valencia, the city has much more to offer, including the City of Arts and Sciences, the banks of the River Turia and, of course, Albufera Natural Park.
And why not take a trip deeper into the province of Valencia to round off your weekend? Thanks to commuter network, you can discover some of its most picturesque towns, hassle free.
- Bocairent. This charming mediaeval town is located in Sierra de Mariola Natural Park. It has a beautiful historic quarter that we recommend you visit, as well as interesting caves known as Covets dels Moros; these caves were formerly used as granaries and today make for a fun excursion for children and adults alike.
- Xàbia. The town's natural beauty is one of its main attractions: as well as beaches and coves, it is home to natural parks and nature reserves, making it the perfect destination to get away from the hustle and bustle of a city like Valencia.
Alicante
Our final proposal is a weekend getting to know Alicante. Starting with the capital of the province, where we recommend you visit some of the essentials, including the Castle of Santa Barbara, the Parque de Canalejas or the Co-cathedral of San Nicolás.
And to make the most of these days getting away from it all, why not discover some of the best known and most beautiful towns in the province of Alicante? Let's go!
- Altea. A gem with unimaginable beauty. This town has an unmissable old quarter: make sure not to miss the church of Nuestra Señora del Consuelo. Looking out from its different viewpoints is another of the most recommended activities in this unique setting.
- Benidorm. Tourism icon bar none, this city has multiple attractions that see it named year after year as one of the most popular destinations. great weather, endless beaches and an unrivalled nightlife. What more could you ask for?
- Denia. Its small historic centre is worth a visit, where the castle and the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption are particularly impressive. Then, make sure to enjoy its beautiful beaches and coves.