If you want to spend a few days on vacation in Alicante, surely you are interested in knowing which are the most beautiful coastal towns in the province . It is true that since the middle of the 20th century the Levant has suffered a great urban over-exploitation, but there are still some towns that have not lost an iota of their most traditional essence.
Denia
Denia is one of the most beautiful towns on the Costa Blanca. A great destination to enjoy a few days of relaxation and tranquility . Its main emblem is the Denia Castle, built on a cliff in the 11th century and declared a Monument of Cultural Interest. Dramatized guided tours are organized in the summer months.
The historic center will surprise you because its streets mix the old fishermen’s houses with modern buildings. It is essential to walk through the Baix la Mar neighborhood to see first-hand the most traditional essence of Denia.
And finally, if you want to enjoy the sun and the beach, the Alicante town has a coastline of almost 15 kilometers divided into two areas. On the one hand, Las Marinas, with long sandy beaches. And, on the other hand, Las Rotas, with rocky coves.
Villajoyosa
One of the most beautiful coastal towns in Alicante is Villajoyosa. The hanging houses are the emblem of the town. We recommend you take the walk that runs parallel to the Amadorio River to observe them. The main religious temple in Villajoyosa is the Church-Fortress of Our Lady of the Assumption. Do not forget to go to the port to get to know the fishermen’s neighborhood and taste the gastronomy of the area.
One of the most interesting visits is the Chocolate Museum , 100% recommended for adults and children. A golden opportunity to see first-hand what the process of creating chocolate is like.
Tabarca
If you want to discover a really special corner in the province of Alicante, we recommend you visit the island of Tabarca. With a population of just 60 inhabitants, it is the smallest inhabited island in the Mediterranean . To get there, boats leave every day from Santa Pola and Alicante and it is a 100% recommended day trip.
The historical part has been declared a Historic-Artistic Site and is where all the monuments are located. There is also a desert part with a hiking trail that leads to the lighthouse, from which there are spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea.
