Tourism in Benidorm

Tourism
in
Benidorm

Costa Blanca
Benidorm is on the beautiful Costa Blanca Alicante province whose origin lies in the famous pasodoble
'Costa Blanca' Master Manuel Lillo Torregrosa.
The Costa Blanca is the tourist name given to the Mediterranean coast located in the southeast of
Spain, province of Alicante (Spain), ranging from the town of Denia to Pilar de la Horadada. It
consists of 244 km of Mediterranean beaches, coves and cliffs.
The villages in the Costa Blanca are: Denia, Javea, Teulada-Moraira, Benissa, Calpe, Altea, Alfaz del Pi,
Benidorm, Finestrat, Villajoyosa, Campello, Alicante, Elche, Santa Pola, Guardamar del Segura,
Torrevieja, beaches Orihuela Costa and Pilar de la Horadada. Its capital is the city par excellence of
Benidorm, as this town is the great tourist center of the Costa Blanca and the entire eastern coast.
The Costa Blanca and its name have traditionally been associated with a very specific tourism product:
the so-called tourism of sun and beach, ie, the holiday linked to the weather (more than 300 days of
full light and an average temperature of 20 ° C) . Today, the evolution of the destination and its
resources are shaping an increasingly complete offer in the province of Alicante, whose proposals can

also be consumed within (Alicante is one of the most mountainous provinces of Spain) and beyond
the summer season, lining up with increasingly sophisticated tourist preferences.
More Info : http://www.costablanca.org/Eng
Benidorm
Benidorm has been one of the most representative towns of tourism and leisure at all levels, both in
Spain and Europe for several decades.This is a city designed for the enjoyment of visitors.
The splendid Mediterranean climate, which allows a comfortable stay at any time of year and the
hospitality of its people will make you greatly enjoy this Mediterranean paradise.
This town has many attractions. A nice historic center, beautiful beaches with a wide range of
accommodation, leisure and catering services make it an ideal, both to enjoy her holiday time or work
in congresses and all kinds of professional meetings destination.
Benidorm Located in the province of Alicante is, part of the Valencia region and on the banks of the
Mediterranean Sea, Benidorm has a privileged situation that has given it a special microclimate, candy
and temperate winters and summer tempered by sea breeze, enabling the enjoyment of a nature that
has been combined wisely with the emergence of a modern and comfortable city.
Its particular geographical configuration makes the mountains that surround it: Sierra Helada, in the
east; Aitana to the north and Tossal de la Cala by the West, protect them from wind action that might
alter its pleasant weather.
Benidorm beaches
The beaches of Benidorm have a well-earned reputation and continued success of this enclave is due
to its fabulous beaches and golden crescent.
They are among the best in Europe for its length (6 kms. From the Playa de Levante to Poniente) for
their blue flags for bathers, by guards who ensure their safety, for the huge amount of water sports

practice and for cleanliness and hygiene.
The beaches of Benidorm, both from his unequivocal to the construction of the image and identity of
the municipality contribution, for configuring the main attraction of the city, are elements of vital
importance.
This emphasis on the beaches of the city is corroborated by the care with which they are treated:
permanent cleaning, the continuous renewal of its services or scrupulous care of their environment are
tasks that the administration efforts focus public, which has been matched with the award of blue Flags
awarded by the European Union to our most important beaches, year after year, since 1987.
The three most famous are
• Levante beach in Benidorm
• Playa de Poniente in Benidorm
• Malpas Beach Benidorm
A fine golden sand, clear waters and beaches that have a clean look and care all year are the signs of
identity of the seafront of Benidorm.
At its north end, two small sandy coves and rock are very suitable for diving and for those who like a
lonely bathroom. Behind them, begins the bustling promenade of the popular Playa de Levante, that its
full facilities and the appeal of an animated image display throughout the year.
South of the port, Playa de Poniente competes in beauty and services with the previous one, and both
have in common that, thanks to its orientation, in winter the sun bathes until sunset and in summer
until after eight. Between the two, in a section that corresponds to the old town and sheltered from
Cerro Canfali you are the small cove of Mal Pas and, before her, Benidorm Island, a paradise for scuba
divers.
Surely you interested in this place. If you want to know more you can visit these sites:
http://www.visitBenidorm.es/, http://www.guia-de-Benidorm.com/ and http://www.Benidorm.es/

Playa de Poniente in Benidorm
Beyond the old part, La Playa de Poniente is a
very extensive sand surface shaped curl of
excellent quality.
If you do not like crowded places, Poniente
be your best choice because it tends to be less
busy.
There are a variety of facilities available and
(but necessary) army of sunbeds unavoidable
although the overall atmosphere is less hectic
and enjoy more space. Both families and
young in body and spirit have all the time to enjoy sunbathing on a beach without rocks.
As in the Levante beach, the sand is spotlessly clean each morning. If is that you can see the trail left by
the machines !.
There's a surprise in store in the chamber since the Playa de Poniente can boast fantastic sunsets.
• fine, clean sand with a slight slope
• It begins near the Old Town and is easily accessible on foot
• Hours Watchers: Summer 9.00-20.00; 10.00-17.00 winter
• Watersports
• Ramps and other aids to the physically disabled.

Malpas Beach Benidorm
You'll find Malpas Beach under the port and the castle cliffs. Small, pleasant, and usually not very
crowded, it's different from the other two main beaches of Benidorm.
A final warning about the beaches: Remember that the currents can be dangerous. Take note of the
time, the color of the flag for bathers and the nearest vigilante.
Levante beach in Benidorm
sandy beach which gradually inclines towards the water which facilitates the smallest bathroom.
Entering more we see swings, trampolines, rafts, slides, a playground for restless and vigilant available

during the summer season.
Families are treated wonderfully. There is entertainment all day for the kids? which can only mean good
news for parents. One of the most important initiatives in this area taken by the City Council is creating
meeting points easy vision for its magnitude and color, which are of great help to end such frequent
image of a lonely child crying he is his family lost among so many umbrella of the same color.
Young visit Levante Beach because it is the center of activity for all the crews. In fact, Levante Beach in
Benidorm is the hub of seeking fun and revelry, and is known as Dawn Beach. In high season it is
crowded, but there are literally thousands of hammocks available (more than 5000!). He's flanked by
bars and cafes that offer entertainment and boardwalk!
Young visit Levante Beach because it is the center of activity of all the gangs, where boys and girls are
known and generally pass the film. The rest of the family can enjoy a carefree day at the beach.

• fine, clean sand with a slight slope
• Near the city, easy walking
• Hours Watchers: Summer 9.00-20.00; 10.00-17.00 winter
• Watersports
• water skiing, jet skis, parasailing, scuba diving
• Game's zone
• Swings, trampolines, rafts, slides
• ramps and other aids to the physically disabled.
Surely you interested in this place. If you want to know more you can visit these sites:
http://www.visitBenidorm.es/, http://www.guia-de-Benidorm.com/ and http://www.Benidorm.es/

Hotels in Benidorm
Benidorm has an excellent range of hotels, including the highest in Europe Hotel. However it also has
a lot of hotels that stand out for their money like this hotels are located in the city center close to the
two main beaches.
Hotel Flash Benidorm -->
Hotel Rosamar Benidorm
Hotel Rambla Benidorm -->

Journalists Island
The island of Benidorm has always represented the very image that this city has managed to convey
throughout the world as a holiday destination point of many cultures.
Despite being an island of small surface itself it is part of the landscape framing the bay of Benidorm,
being approximately equidistant between the two beaches that line the coast of the city. For this reason,
the image of the island associated with the beaches of Benidorm is a mark for all residents who visit
the city.
Benidorm Island rock mass forms a triangular appearance (viewed from the beach) and a 6.57 hectares,
with a maximum length of 350 m and a maximum width of 260 m. It presents an abrupt relief that
reaches 73 meters high and is separated from the coast by about 2.5 miles from the sea.
It is an extension in southwestern sense rocky massif of Sierra Frost, located east of the city. It
consists of limestone and marl rocks of the Lower Cretaceous Aptian period, constituting prebéticas
arc ridges (internal Prebético system), lacking only fertile soil, this being a limiting factor the presence
of vegetation.
Its origin is discussed, and understood or, from the point of view of profit peninsula sea and
subsequent isolation, or from the point of view of new training through tectonic processes.
Just say that I am sure you looking for fun visiting this island so interesting

St James Church in Benidorm
The Church of St. James, patron of the city, is seated at the top of the old town, on a hill called
Canfali. Its construction dates back to the eighteenth century neoclassical style is crowned with a blue
dome Mediterranean style. Inside there is another symbol strongly linked in with the native believers,
Our Lady of Suffrage, employer of Benidorm. The Virgin has her own small chapel where the little
sculpture that was found, as the story goes, in a boat adrift at sea.
Surely you interested in this monument so interesting, curious and full of history. If you want to know
more you can visit these sites: Church of St. James,
City Hall of Benidorm
At the entrance of L'Aigüera Park, there is a very different monument that greets visitors, is the new
City Hall.

Its unusual structure has aroused the interest of architects and many visits. It is a bridge building that
makes door to the green L'Aigüera. The building is cantilevered and pedestrians can pass under it. The
large window of the building was covered with thick slats are inscribed the names of the more than
60,000 inhabitants.
Address: Pl Majesties. the Kings of Spain, s / n
Tel .: 965 85 55 00
Fax: 965 85 59 39

L'Aiguera Park
Another place that should be approached is the Aigüera Park. Designed by architect Ricardo Bofill, this
green area is the neoclassical style, a long park that splits the extension of a zone of recent
construction.
Two amphitheatres serve to hold shows and cultural events during the summer and ends in the bullring
park and a room prepared for fairs held accompanying the various parties. The long journey of park
uses the route of the old ravine and in the basement there is a large pipe that channels water runoff.
Address: Av Aigüera Plaza de SS.. MM. the Kings of Spain.
Surely you interested in this monument so interesting, curious and full of history. If you want to know
more you can visit these sites: http://www.guia-de-Benidorm.com/ and http://www.Benidorm.es/
Prehistoric Iberic town of The Tossal in Benidorm
At the end of the Poniente beach, it is the Iberian settlement of Tossal de La Cala. The hill that closes
Benidorm Bay to the west was a late Iberian settlement (S. III- I a. C.). You can see the area restored
rising since the end of the Poniente beach and looking for the intersection of La Cala; from here
signage leading to the area can be followed.
Surely you interested in this monument so interesting, curious and full of history. If you want to know
more you can visit these sites: http://www.guia-de-Benidorm.com/ and http://www.Benidorm.es/

Morales tower and Punta del Cavall tower in Benidorm
Other vestiges of the past and declared of Cultural Interest (BIC) are the Torre Morales or Escaletes a
watchtower eighteenth century where the guards scanned the horizon to avoid the numerous pirate
raids. The same characteristics are used to describe the watchtower Punta del Cavall or insurance. Both
are located in Sierra Frost.
Address: Sierra Helada, s / n
Benidorm Castle
Mirador de Benidorm. In the big rock that divides the two beaches fortress that served as defense
against the incursions of Algerian and Berber pirates in the XIV, XV and XVI centuries settled. Later
the castle was abandoned, leaving today only some remains of the walls, which remain lying on rocks
viewpoint, also known as "Balcony of the Mediterranean".

Surely you interested in this monument so interesting, curious and full of history. If you want to know
more you can visit these websites: http://en.visitbenidorm.es/ver/1311/the-castle-viewpoint-ofbenidorm.html
Maritime Cultural Center Benidorm
This is a permanent exhibition of model ships and nautical motifs. Reminder of the major shipping
companies carried out by the old Benidorm, (Merchant marine, traps, etc.). Free entrance.
Hours: (Summer: from June 21 to September 21) Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 15:00 h.
(WINTER: from 22 September to 20 June) Monday through Friday from 09: 30h. 13: 30h. and 16: 00h.
19: 00h
Address: Paseo de Colón S.N. (Near the port of Benidorm).

Surely you interested in this monument so interesting, curious and full of history. If you want to know
more you can visit these sites: http://www.benidorm.es/turismo/en/actividad/maritime-culturalcenter
Agricultural Museum of Benidorm
Located in Central Park Recreation and Leisure LAigüera (next to the Plaza de Toros), the Agricultural
Museum allows us to discover the agricultural tools, a plow, a waterwheel and a cart as well as a large
number of essential utensils field work. Free entrance.
Surely you will be interested in this monument so interesting, curious and full of history. If you want to
know more you can visit these websites:
http://www.theBenidormguide.com/Benidorm_museums.htm
Theme parks in Benidorm
In Benidorm you can find several theme parks such as Terra Natura Benidorm , where you will live
unforgettable experiences in an area full of nature. http://benidorm.terranatura.com/en/index.html
Strong emotions are crowded on the slides of the two water parks Aqualandia Benidorm
(http://www.aqualandia.net/en/ ) and Aqua Natura Benidorm.

Another option is to visit the Mediterranean Theme Park, near Benidorm Terra Mitica found that
opens its doors on April 1, 2015, when celebrating its 15th anniversary and is one of the best parks in
Spain. (http://www.terramiticapark.com/en/)
If you like the animals, you will love Mundomar aquatic, nature park of Benidorm

See you
soon in
Benidorm