Altea

Nicknamed the "Santorini of Spain," Old Altea is a charming historic hilltop town with pretty whitewashed buildings, cobblestone streets, restaurants and art galleries. Its famous Navy-domed Church of El Consuelo is well worth a visit and has great views of the coast. Altea’s white pebble beaches and marinas also provide plenty of offshore opportunities.

There are popular cycling and hiking trails up in the hills above the town for those wanting more active pursuits. The snorkelling is great at the nearby Playa La Olla, or you can enjoy walking along the coast on Altea’s boardwalk to the Playa del Roda and beyond. Las Fuentes del Algar (The Algar Waterfalls) and crystalline waterholes, are also a short trip inland.

Nearby attractions:

Calpe

A 10 minute drive further up the coast is the beachfront town of Calpe with its sandy beaches, Roman baths, vineyards and churches.

Moraira

A little further up the coast you will find Moraira, which has beautiful sandy beaches and a marina. It also has a Medieval Fortress, the Castillo de Moraira.

Denia

30 mins North by car takes you to the historical port city of Denia with its sandy beaches, ancient Moorish castle and archaeological museums. You can also take the ferry from here to Ibiza, Formentera and Mallorca.

Guadalest

Up in the hills inland from Altea is the village of Guadalest with its charming streets, artisanal shops and restored fortress – The Castle of San José.

The Moraira-Teulada Wine Trail

The Moraira – Teulada Wine Route is a great trip for those with an interest in some of the smaller villages and vineyards in the area.