Welcome to Valencia, a Spanish region located on the Mediterranean coast. Boasting three provincial capitals, Castellon, Valencia, and Alicante, the area offers a wide range of cultural and leisure options.
One of the most significant attractions of the Region of Valencia is its mild and pleasant weather. With an average annual temperature of over 18 °C and over 300 days of sunshine, it is a prestigious tourist destination in both Spain and Europe. The region's stunning location by the sea adds to its appeal.
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As well as its beautiful beaches, Valencia's geographical features include nature parks and mountainous terrain, making it an ideal destination for rural tourism and outdoor sports such as hiking, climbing, and rafting.
Regardless of the season, the Valencian Community is a perfect destination for exploration. The local climate and natural landscapes enable you to travel in a caravan, camper or motorhome at any time of the year.
The region boasts an extensive network of campsiteswith first-class services and facilities open 365 days a year.
Valencia
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Valencia
Valencia, the capital of the Valencian Community, is Spain's third most populated city, with just over 700,000 inhabitants.
Elegant and discreet, Valencia offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Must see Valencia
Visit the City of Arts and Sciences: This futuristic complex is a must-see in Valencia. It includes several buildings such as Hemisfèric (an IMAX cinema), the Science Museum, and Oceanographic (Europe's largest aquarium).
Explore the historic city centre: Valencia's old town is full of narrow streets, colourful buildings, and impressive landmarks such as the Cathedral, the Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange), and the Central Market.
Fallas Festival
Enjoy the beach: Valencia has a long coastline with several beaches to choose from. The most popular are Malvarrosa and Las Arenas, both easily accessible from the city centre.
Taste the local cuisine: Valencia is famous for its paella, a rice dish with seafood, meat, or vegetables. You can also try other traditional dishes such as fideuà (a noodle-based dish similar to paella), all i pebre (a fish stew), and horchata (a refreshing drink made from tiger nuts).
Experience the Fallas festival: If you're visiting Valencia in March, you can witness one of the most unique and festive traditions in Spain. Fallas is a celebration that involves street parades, fireworks, and the burning of huge sculptures made of wood and paper-mâché.
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Approached through a new urbanisation and situated by Oliva beach with its fine golden sand, Euro Camping is a well maintained, British owned site. Spacious...
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Castellon de la Plana
Located in the north of Valencia, Castellon de la Plana is an impressive city within easy reach of some of the busiest and best-known towns on the Costa del Azahar.
Must see Castellon
Basílica de Santa María: This stunning Gothic church dates back to the 13th century and is a must-see attraction in Castellón de la Plana. The church features a beautiful rose window and a bell tower that offers a panoramic view of the city.
Fadrí Tower: This 16th-century bell tower is another important landmark in Castellón de la Plana. It is located in the Plaza Mayor and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
El Fadrí and the Catedral de Castellón
Llotja del Cànem: This Renaissance building was once a marketplace for hemp and is now a cultural centre that hosts exhibitions and events. Its façade is adorned with beautiful sculptures and carvings.
Provincial Archaeological Museum: This museum houses an impressive collection of artefacts and exhibits that showcase the history and culture of the region, including prehistoric and Roman artefacts.
El Grao: This seaside district of Castellón de la Plana is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Its long promenade is perfect for a leisurely stroll, and it features several restaurants and bars where you can enjoy the local cuisine and nightlife.
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Camping Ribamar lies to the north of Alcossebre, tucked away within the National Park of the Sierra de Irta, a magnificent landscape of intense colours...
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Alicante
Alicante, founded by the Romans and known as Lucentum (the City of Light), has a long and illustrious history.
Must see Alicante
Castillo de Santa Bárbara: This hilltop castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Alicante. It dates back to the 9th century and offers stunning panoramic views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea.
Playa del Postiguet: This beautiful beach is located in the heart of Alicante and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. It features soft golden sand, clear blue water, and a wide range of amenities such as sun loungers, restaurants, and beach bars.
Explanada de España
Explanada de España: This lively promenade is one of the most popular attractions in Alicante. It is lined with palm trees and souvenir stands, and it's the perfect place to take a leisurely stroll or enjoy a refreshing drink.
Museo Arqueológico Provincial de Alicante: This museum features a fascinating collection of artefacts that showcase the history of Alicante and the surrounding area, from prehistoric times to the present day.
Barrio de Santa Cruz: This picturesque neighbourhood is located at the foot of Castillo de Santa Bárbara and is one of the most charming areas of Alicante. Its narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and flower-filled balconies are perfect for a leisurely stroll and offer plenty of photo opportunities.
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Very efficiently run by a friendly family, Camping Internacional La Marina has 450 touring pitches of three different types and sizes ranging from 50 sq.m...
Camping Benisol is a well developed and peaceful site with lush, green vegetation and a mountain backdrop. Mature hedges and trees afford privacy to each...
Camping El Torres opened in November 2014 and with a spectacular backdrop of mountains, glorious views of the Mediterranean and close proximity to a long...
Benidorm is increasingly popular for winter stays and Villasol is a genuinely good, purpose built modern site. Many of the 448 well separated pitches are...
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Author
Rob Fearn
Editor - Alan Rogers Guides
Rob has been involved in the leisure industry since completing a BTEC in Travel & Tourism in 1993. Previous roles have included the promotion of tourism in Yorkshire and running a motorcycle touring company in the Australian Outback.
He is the General Manager at Alan Rogers Travel Group, responsible for the ongoing development of the Alan Rogers website and the publication of the Alan Rogers Guides and 'Destinations' magazine.
He regularly travels with his wife and young daughter in their Dethleffs 'Campy' caravan. A keen cycling fan, Rob can often be found in a field in Belgium during the 'Spring Classics' season or riding his Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle.
Much has been written about Catalonia and its myriad attractions. Perhaps one of the world’s A-list destinations, it boasts such gems as the Park Güell, the Sagrada Familia and the Dali Theatre-Museum, not to mention Valencia’s incredible Science Museum and dozens of theme parks, castles, vibrant cities and galleries.
As of 2021, there are 43 UNESCO sites in Spain, four of which are located in the Canary Islands, one in Ibiza and one in Mallorca (we've only included mainland sites). Spain joined the 8th Session in 1984 and inscribed five sites; Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Córdoba, The Alhambra and the Generalife, Granada, Burgos Cathedral, Monastery and Site of the Escorial, Madrid and Park Güell, Palau Güell and Casa Milà, Barcelona.
