Costa Blanca - Activities and Sights - Travel Guide

Costa Blanca Sights

• Beaches

  

  The best beaches are Levante Beach and Poniente Beach, both Blue Flag Beaches and Mal Pas, a small beach in the middle of the Old Town.

  
  

• Algar waterfalls

  

  If you are looking to escape the buzz of Benidorm for a while, this natural beauty spot high in the mountains north of Altea is just the ticket. Known as the Fuentes del Algar, the Falls are made up of spectacular water cascades, some up to 80 metres high, which gush down the mountainside into idyllic, crystal-clear pools surrounded by lichen-covered rocks. You can swim in the refreshing pools, showered by the falling water (remember to take your swimming togs) and stroll along the picturesque, oleander-fringed pathways that follow the river. When you've had your feel of the falls, there is a restaurant, bar and cactus garden nearby or you can enjoy a picnic in the designated areas whilst soaking up the lovely scenery.

  
  

• Mundomar

  

  Translated from Spanish, this means sea world which gives visitors an idea of what's in store. This theme park makes a great family day out where marine animals and exotic birds are the main attractions. There's a dolphinarium, turtles, sea lions, a bat cave, penguins and even a parrot show along with a children's park. An underwater viewing area has been built giving a different perspective and there's a restaurant and numerous refreshment facilities available.

  
  

• Terra Natura

  

  Visit the world in one day at Terra Natura. This park has 1,500 animals in a recreation of their natural environment. You can learn about different cultures, architecture, food and art from around the world in the different themed areas and there's plenty of places to eat and shop too.

  
  

• Local Activities

  

  Local activities include, a British cinema, ten-pin bowling centre, bowling green, outdoor walking and mountain trekking, many golf courses, watersports are available in the Levante area from jet-skiing to pedalos. There are a few PADI diving schools, salsa clubs and horse-riding.