The Old Town

The quaint ‘Old Town’of Javea sits on a hilltop a short distance from the sea. It is a market town with good food available in the numerous Tapas bars.It’s narrow streets include houses of traditional Spanish design, wrought iron rejas and balconies. There is the Plaza de la Iglesia with its fortified Gothic church of San Batholomé and the Town Hall. The Gothic Palace houses the Museo Arqueológico, Histórico y Etnográfico. This museum traces the history of Javea from Iberian and Roman times to the emergence of the Christian kingdoms.

Les Fonts De L'Algar

Algar Waterfalls, Callosa

A natural conservation spot of ecological wealth

Guadalest

Castell de Guadalest

Picture postcard setting, high in the mountains

Mundomar

Mundomar, Benidorm

Marine and Exotic Animal Park

Aqualandia

Aqualandia, Benidorm

Water Park, fun for all the family

Valencia

A fascinating city about 1 ½ hours’ drive north of Jávea. Alternatively, drive to Xeraco just past Gandia on the A7 and catch the train. Cost is around £3 return per adult. You’ll avoid parking worries and Valencia station is in the city centre.

Calpe

A larger resort with beautiful sandy beach. About 45 minutes’ drive south of Jávea.

Dénia

A smart, busy port with beautiful beaches. From Javea take a scenic drive over the Montgo (approx. 40mins). Boat excursions to Ibiza etc.

Montgó Mountain

An unspoilt area of natural beauty. Designated a natural park in 1987. It covers an area of more than 2,000 hectares. Enjoy the wild flowers and bird life (some rare). For serious hikers there is a demanding trek up to the 753m summit. The reward is the magnificent view of the breathtaking coastline.

Jalón

A wine producing village set in a beautiful valley.

Markets

Javea fish market.
Opens at 1800 most evenings. Fresh fish is auctioned to the local restaurants and there is also a shop for use by the public

Javea weekly market
Every Thursday morning, closing at around 1300

Moraira weekly market
Every Friday morning, closing at around 1300

Calpe weekly market
Every Saturday morning

Jalon weekly market
Every Sunday