Day Out Javea
Javea, known as Xabia in Valencian, is a pretty holiday resort town which more than enough to keep everyone entertained for a great day out! It is situated in a wide bay between the rocky headlands of the capes of San Antonio and La Nao, both of which have their very own lighthouses. There are three distinct beach areas, all of which have their own characteristics and a great marina with a selection of top class fish restaurants.
The historic centre is situated a few kilometres inland as its original inhabitants feared attacks from marauding pirates. The narrow streets with their wrought iron balconies, large wooden front doors and stone porticoes make it a great place for an amble.
Places to stop during a day out at Javea
- Cap San Antonio: headland to the north of Javea with marked cliff top walking paths and a lighthouse.
- Cap La Nao: headland to the south of Javea with lighthouse, two restaurants and marked walking paths.
- Marina: picturesque marina and fishing port.
- Beach North End Platja de Benissero: long shingle beach.
- Beach Central Platja de L'Arenal: sandy beach with promenade.
- Beach South End Cala Blanca: more like a cove, there is a small rocky beach.
- Old Town: characterful streets to explore, includes tourist office, town hall, museum and 14th century church.
Places of Interest
Javea Beach Central Platja de L'Arenal
N38o46.261 E0o11.494Parking: is in the car park or anywhere there is a space on either side of the road in the marked parking places and is free.
From here: the beach is right beside the car park.
Places of interest and things to do at the Platja de L'Arenal
- Beach: sandy beach.
- Promenade: long tiled walkway.
- Cafes and Restaurants: line the promenade and the other side of the main road.
Javea Beach North End Platja de Benissero
N38o47.434 E0o10.898Parking: is on the actual shingle beach wherever there is space and is free.
From here: the beach is in front of you.
Places of interest and things to do at the Platja de Benissero
- Beach: narrow long beach covered with large pebbles.
Javea Beach South End Cala Blanca
N38o45.795 E0o12.282Parking: is in the small car park which is a dead end, or in any of the spaces on either side of the road before the car park and is free.
From here: the rocky beach is beside the car park.
Places of interest and things to do at the Cala Blanca
- Beach: small rocky beach area.
- Coastal Path: short promenade along the base of the cliff face.
Javea Marina
N38o47.859 E0o11.045Parking: is on the side of the road or in the marina and is free.
From here: the marina and fishing port are right here.
Places of interest and things to do at the Marina
- Explore: walk along the marina walls for some great views of the boats.
- Cafes and Restaurants: enjoy some freshly caught fish!
Javea Old Town
N38o47.371 E0o09.652Parking: is in the underground pay car at the Plaza de la Constitucion.
From here: exit the car park and cross the road, turn left and walk along Calle Buen Aire into the historic quarter.
Places of interest and things to do in the Old Town
- Old Town Centre: narrow characterful streets packed with charming buildings.
- Tourist Office: to find out more about Javea and its museums.
Javea Viewpoint Cap de la Nau
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From here: this is the viewpoint.
Places of interest and things to do at Cap de la Nau
- Viewpoints: there are a number of viewpoints with information boards.
- Marked Walking Paths: take a walk around.
- Lighthouse: right at the end is the fenced off lighthouse.
- Restaurants: there are two to choose from, both with amazing panoramic terraces!
Javea Viewpoint Cap de San Antoni
N38o48.228 E0o11.570Parking: is in the gravelled car park and is free.
From here: this is the viewpoint.
Places of interest and things to do at Cap de San Antoni
- Viewpoints: there are a number of viewpoints with information boards.
- Marked Walking Paths: take a walk around.
- Lighthouse: right at the end of the road is the fenced off lighthouse.
