Torrevieja Things to Do

This is the church Iglesia Arciprestal de la Inmaculada Concepción. It was built in 1789, and rebuilt in 1844 using stones from the original Old Tower (Torre Vieja), erected in the 14th century. You find the church by following the street Calle Ramon Gallud to a little square in the center of the town.
Unfourtunatly it was closed when we were there so I don't know what it looks like inside.

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A beautiful park for everyone to unwind and enjoy the evening breeze during warm days. This is a magnificent area, Jardin de las Naciones which hasan area of 40,000 m2 featuring a large lake dedicated to the nations of Europe thus its shape is made like the European continent. Some cultural events are also held in this area. A popular family attraction. The park has a large playground for children with life size dragon slide, a train ride and beautiful lake with swan pedallo's. This park lies between the road CV-90, the main N-332 coastal roadand the Calle Villa de Madrid.
No entrance fee and open until 9 p.m. .

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The Eagle's Nest (Guadalest) is originally a Moorish stronghold in the 8th century. Has been declared as a Monument of historical and Artistic Value . One of the most popular tourist attractions in the country and one of the most spectacular spot in this area. Set high up on a pinnacle of rock and carved out on a mountain top. As you drive up higher through a winding road you'll experience a great breathtaking sceneries of the place.
The old village can be reached through an ascending way and through a tunnel that leads to the ruins of the last castle. Good footwears is advisable. There are many artists workshops, cafes, museums and shops. The viewing plattform in the village offers you a stunning beauty of the sorrounding mountains and valleys. As you go up through a steepy stairways, you can reach the uppermost of the place and be rewarded with a magnificent sights. The best spot to view the tower of Penon de la Alcala. At the topmost, you will find the cemetery. Very enchanting!
About 25 km from inland Benidorm and about an hour from Alicante.

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Paseo Dique de Levante, an overhanging structure designed by Vicente Chapapria is a real recreation area. It is supported on the eastern breakwater for a distance of 1,355 m long all the way to the lighthouse. It provides a spectacular panoramic viewing point. It is built of wood and steel and has five squares with pergolas. One of them has the statue of Virgen del Carmen (Patron of the Fishers). A very romantic place especially in the evening when it is full moon accompanied by the rushing of the waves. Underneath is a cycle lane and also loved by hobby fishers who always patienty waiting for the first baits.

PLAZA DEL MOLINO, a quiet known park close to the town with an area of 4,500 m2. The reconstructed windmill features an exact replica of the windmills that existed in this area in the 19th century used to grind grains and salt. The park has brick pathways that makes it very neat and orderly, a pond and some specimens of local trees.

Weekly markets is for holidaymakers a must. Shop and shop till you drop! To quench your thirst from walking , you may enjoy a drink or two or try the menus from any of those specialized restaurants. It could be a real Spanish speciality, German, Swiss, Italian, French, English, Swedish and etc. The town has its market every Friday.

An aquapark ideal for a fun day out for the whole family especially with small kids . Here's an escape from the flaming temperature as a change from beach visits. It is just a walking distance from Habaneras Commercial Center. Please check their website (below) for admission fees.

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This is one of Torrevieja's landmarks dedicated to the seamen. Sculptured by Josep Ricart i Maimir, from Catalan. Located at one end of the Paseo Juan Aparicio close to the overhanging structure. You can't pass by without any photo of it :)