When you visit Valencia in Spain, don’t miss the city’s most beautiful beaches, just a few kilometers from the city center. With its mild Mediterranean climate, Valencia is the ideal place to enjoy the beach all year round.
We’ve been there twice, and when you love it, you don’t count. Below, we share with you our top 9 must-see beaches in Valencia. We have also grouped all our good addresses and our favorite beaches on our map to help you find them easily.
- Where to swim in Valencia?
- Map of the best beaches in Valencia
- 1. La Malva-Rosa beach: the emblem of Valencia
- 2. Las Arenas beach: the liveliest
- 3. Patacona Beach: the family beach
- 4. El Saler Beach: the wild beach
- 5. Cabanyal Beach: crystal-clear waters
- 6. Arbre del Gos: the quietest beach
- 7. La Devesa beach: for a peaceful getaway
- 8. Pinedo beach: the pitoresque one
- 9. Port Saplatja beach: a charming little port
- How to go to the beaches from the center of Valencia ?
- The best activities
- Where to sleep in Valencia?
Where to swim in Valencia?
For swimming in Valencia, we recommend La Malva-Rosa beach, one of the closest to the center of the city and, in our opinion, the most beautiful. Don’t miss this great stretch of fine sand and crystal clear waters.
As you can see from the photo below of our arrival by plane, the center of Valencia is located just a few kilometers from an incredible coastline that is still somewhat unspoilt in places.
Also note that from June to September the water temperature is always above 20 degrees, we even bathed in mid-October. In short, there is really a little vacation feeling all year round!
Map of the best beaches in Valencia
1. La Malva-Rosa beach: the emblem of Valencia
La Malva-Rosa is the beach not to be missed during your stay in Valencia. It is one of the closest beaches to Valencia. It is located only 5 minutes by car from the city center and is easily accessible by public transportation and bicycle.
This immense sandy beach stretches for 2 kilometers and offers a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea. It is an ideal beach for families, because the water is shallow. A pleasant promenade runs along the waterfront, where you will find many restaurants and bars.
We advise you to stop at El Trompo: to eat an excellent paella and moreover in front of the sea, in short, the perfect place, think of booking!
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
2. Las Arenas beach: the liveliest
Located right next to La Malva-Rosa beach (our number 1 beach), Las Arenas beach is also very beautiful and is the closest to Valencia. It’s a livelier beach with a festive atmosphere, with numerous beach clubs dotting the coastline. The Marina Beach Club Restaurant was recommended to us by Valencians.
There are plenty of activities on offer, including water sports such as kitesurfing and paddleboarding.
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
3. Patacona Beach: the family beach
Patacona Beach is a quiet beach located about 5 kilometers north of Valencia. This sandy beach is ideal for families with young children, thanks to its shallow waters and gentle waves.
The beach also has many facilities, including volleyball courts, showers and public restrooms. To get there, you can also enjoy its seaside promenade with restaurants, bars and ice cream shops.
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
4. El Saler Beach: the wild beach
Located in the Albufera Natural Park, El Saler beach is one of the wildest and most unspoiled beaches in Valencia.
This sandy beach stretches for several kilometers and is surrounded by lush nature and sand dunes. You will be able to enjoy a preserved natural environment and a crystal clear sea.
Sand beach, showers and toilets
5. Cabanyal Beach: crystal-clear waters
La Platja del Cabanyal is located right next to the Malva-Rosa beach, and shares the same amenities. It is also one of the most popular beaches in Valencia.
As mentioned above, with its crystal clear waters and shallow depths, it is particularly suitable for families with children. The beach is also equipped with umbrellas and deck chairs.
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
6. Arbre del Gos: the quietest beach
L’Arbre del Gos beach is a quieter, less crowded beach than the others, located in the Albufera Natural Park. It is located about 7 kilometers south of Valencia, near the small town of El Perellonet.
This beach is ideal for those looking to avoid the crowds and enjoy a little peace and quiet.
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
7. La Devesa beach: for a peaceful getaway
La Devesa Beach is the most remote of Valencia’s beaches, located about 10 kilometers south of the city. This beach is ideal for those looking to get away from the city and enjoy the natural beauty of the Mediterranean coast.
8. Pinedo beach: the pitoresque one
Located around 5 kilometers south of Valencia, Pinedo beach was a traditional fishermen’s beach. This sandy beach next to the harbor is an ideal place to enjoy fresh fish. The beach also has public showers and toilets.
9. Port Saplatja beach: a charming little port
Port Saplatja beach, located to the north of Valencia, as its name suggests, is a beach adjacent to a port, so we recommend you go there for an afternoon stroll to see“La Petite Venise de Valencie “. A picturesque and unique place, with colorful buildings and small boats that make it a hidden gem.
How to go to the beaches from the center of Valencia ?
The beaches north of the port
- On foot, after visiting the colorful Cabanal district, the Port of Valencia or the Cité des Sciences.
- By bike from the center crossing the Turia garden (about 7km)
- By metro line 5, to the Maritim Serreria terminus, then walk to the beach through the Cabanal neighborhood
The southern beaches of the Albufera reserve
- By car: 15 minutes
- By public transport: from the center of the city, 45 minutes by bus line 24
The best activities
Before your departure, you can book your activities to leave in all serenity and not lose time once on the spot. We have selected 3 activities, the most interesting in our opinion, below. Visit the city by bus (hop on and hop off), L’Océanografic, Europe’s largest aquarium, and enjoy a sunset aboard a catamaran.
You’ll find plenty of ideas on the GetyourGuide website, which we recommend you take a look at!
Don’t forget to read the description carefully to know what is really included in order to fully enjoy your excursion.
Where to sleep in Valencia?
No hesitation to stay in Valencia, choose an accommodation in the historic center near the cathedral square of Saint Mary and the central market, a lively area during the day and quiet at night!
This will allow you to visit the main squares, monuments, the historic center and the El Carmen neighborhood on foot.
If you want to focus on the city of arts and sciences and the beaches, we recommend that you stay outside the center of Valencia, as the prices will be more interesting.
– Our favorite: Mon Suites San Nicolas, in the historic center: just a few minutes’ walk from Sainte-Marie Cathedral. The apartment’s location is perfect for visiting Valencia’s historic center on foot. In a beautiful, fully renovated building, our accommodation was spacious with air-conditioning, kitchen and tastefully decorated, excellent value for money and you’ll feel right at home. We will return without hesitation (90€ off season 130€ high season).
– With pool: The Valentia Cabillers, in the historic center of town, where summer temperatures can reach over 40 degrees Celsius, it’s worth looking into accommodation options with pools. We spotted this hotel, in the heart of the historic center, offering great facilities and a rooftop swimming pool, so don’t hesitate to take a dip! (119€ low season 150€ high season)
– Ideal for families: Macflats Ayuntamiento, If you’re coming with a group or family, we’ve reserved this huge 3-bedroom accommodation for 6 people. (there are also accommodations for 4 people), ideally located, next to the central station and the historic district, very clean with a friendly team (we were able to enter the accommodation early) and above all with excellent value for money (€30/person/night in October).
– Inexpensive: Home Youth Hostel by Feetup Hostels, a nicely decorated youth hostel, certainly the best value for money in Valencia, €60 for a double room in the historic center.
– Rooms Ciencias, in the City of Arts district and close to the beach, 5-minute walk from the City of Arts and Sciences and the Turia Gardens, beautiful rooms and restaurant right next door. Perfect for visiting the area.
Whether you’re looking for a lively beach or a quiet one, there’s something for everyone in Valencia.
If you want to know more about this beautiful city that we love so much, check out our complete article on visiting Valencia, which will give you all the information you need to plan your trip. We hope this article on Valencia’s beaches has inspired you to discover this magnificent vacation destination.
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