During your visit to Valencia, don’t miss the most beautiful Valencian beaches located only 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 have been there twice, when you like it, you don’t count, we share with you, below, our 9 most beautiful beaches not to be missed in Valencia. We have also grouped all our good addresses and our favorite beaches on our map to help you find them easily.
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- 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 lively beach of Valencia
- 3. Patacona Beach: a peaceful and family beach
- 4. El Saler Beach: the wild beach
- 5. Cabanyal Beach: crystal clear waters for families
- 6. Arbre del Gos Beach: A quiet beach for those who love peace and quiet
- 7. La Devesa Beach: A remote beach for a peaceful getaway
- 8. Pinedo Beach: a traditional fishermen’s beach
- 9. Port Saplatja Beach: with its lovely 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 the beach of La Malva-Rosa, one of the closest to the center of Valencia and the most beautiful in our opinion. 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 only a few kilometers from an incredible coastline still preserved 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
The beach of 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 huge sandy beach is 2 kilometers long 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 lively beach of Valencia
Located right next to La Malva-Rosa beach (our number 1 beach), Las Arenas beach is also very beautiful and well located. Note that it is a more animated beach with a festive atmosphere, many beach clubs line the coastline. The Marina Beach Club Restaurant was recommended to us by Valencians.
Many activities are offered, you can also practice water sports such as kitesurfing and paddle surfing.
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
3. Patacona Beach: a peaceful and 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 because of its shallow water 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 for families
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 Beach: A quiet beach for those who love peace and quiet
The beach of the Arbre del Gos is a quieter and less crowded beach than the previous ones located in the natural park of the Albufera. 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 some peace and quiet. It is equipped with showers, toilets and deck chairs, but there are fewer bars and restaurants nearby.
Sandy beach with shower, restaurants and public toilets
7. La Devesa Beach: A remote 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: a traditional fishermen’s beach
Located about 5 kilometers south of Valencia, the beach of Pinedo 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: with its lovely little port
It is located in the north of Valencia, the beach of Port Saplatja, located in the north, as its name indicates it is a beach attached to a port so we advise you to go there for an afternoon stroll to see the “Little Venice of Valencia. Picturesque and unique place, colorful building, with 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 typical colorful fishermen’s quarter Cabanal, the port of Valencia or the city of 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 beaches in the south located in 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 for you 3 activities, the most interesting in our opinion, below. The city tour by bus (hop on and hop off), theOceanografic, the largest aquarium in Europe and a Valencian evening with a flamenco show.
You will find a lot of ideas on the GetyourGuide website , we advise you to have a look at it!
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.
– Notre coup de coeur : Mon Suites San Nicolas, quartier centre historique : situé à quelques minutes à pied de la cathédrale Sainte-Marie. La situation géographique de l’appartement est parfaite pour visiter le centre historique de Valence à pieds. Dans un beau bâtiment entièrement rénové, notre logement était spacieux avec clim, cuisine et avec une décoration soignée, un excellent rapport qualité prix ou vous vous sentirez comme chez vous. Nous y retournerons sans hésitation (90€ hors saison 130€ haute saison)
– Avec piscine : The Valentia Cabillers, quartier centre historique , l’été les températures peuvent atteindre plus de 40 degrés, c’est tout de même intéressant d’étudier les options d’hébergements avec piscine. Nous avions repéré cet hôtel, au coeur du centre historique, offrant de belles prestations et avec une piscine sur le toit, allez y faire un plouf sans hésiter ! (119€ hors saison 150€ haute saison)
– Idéal pour les familles : Macflats Ayuntamiento, Si vous venez en groupe ou en famille, nous avons réservé cet immense hébergement pour 6 personnes avec 3 chambres (il y a aussi des hébergements pour 4 personnes), idéalement situé, à coté de la gare centrale et du quartier historique, très propre avec une équipe sympa (nous avons pu entrer dans le logement plus tôt) et surtout avec un excellent rapport qualité prix (30€/ personne et par nuit en octobre).
– bon marché : Home Youth Hostel by Feetup Hostels, c’est une auberge de jeunesse joliment décoré certainement le meilleur rapport qualité / prix de Valence, 60€ en chambre double en plein centre historique.
– Rooms Ciencias, quartier de la cité des arts et à proximité de la plage, à 5 minutes à pieds de la cité des arts et des sciences et du jardin du Turia, belles chambres et restaurant juste à coté. Bref parfait pour visiter le coin.
Thank you for reading all the way through, whether you are looking for a lively beach for beach activities or a quiet beach to relax, there is 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 that this article on the beaches of Valencia has inspired you to discover this beautiful vacation destination.
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