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Buzzing Benidorm

Be seduced by the sun, the sand, the sightseeing, the scrumptious food and the sensational drinks. With over 5 million visitors a year baking by brightly coloured beach umbrellas along the skyscraper-packed coastline, Benidorm is undoubtedly the Lady Gaga of Spain (minus the meat dress). It’s loud, it’s in your face and it may even be a little bit tacky. But despite it all, Benidorm’s charm will make you never want to leave!

Devour tapas to your heart’s content around Benidorm Old Quarter, or if a home-cooked meal and a pint is what you’re craving, check out the plethora of English café bars in the Levantearea. Then once your waistline has reached maximum capacity, join the thousands of red-faced tourists soaking up the atmosphere (and maybe too much sun) along Benidorm’s captivating Costa Blanca coastline.

Benidorm’s Top 10

Benidorm History

• Church of San Jaime – A beautiful church and a must-see attraction for tourists to Benidorm.
• The Parish of St James – A charming Benidorm church.
• Old Town – Explore the narrow streets, dotted with countless bars and restaurants.
• Parque De L’Aiguera – A delightful park featuring amphitheatres.
• Guadalest Monastery – Located just outside of Benidorm, this well-preserved monastery is a must-visit tourist attraction.

Benidorm Art & Culture

• House Museum – The town’s main art gallery. Located in a historic building, this museum contains many stunning paintings and sculptures.
• Agricultural Museum – Containing a wealth of farming tools and equipment from over the years, this museum is a must-see for those who work, or are interested, in agricultural.
• Wax Museum – Popular with tourists to Benidorm, this museum contains the lifelike waxworks of famous singers, politicians and members of royal families.
• Benidorm Palace Theatre – A theatre-style nightclub that puts on spectacular performances.
• Summer Jazz Benidorm – This annual event, usually held at the end of July or the start of July, draws jazz musicians from far and wide.

Benidorm Shopping

• Avenida Uno – An up-market store selling fashionable designer clothing.
• Macedonia – This small boutique store selling modern clothing and accessories for women at friendly prices.
• Glass – Home to designer goods, Armani and Versace clothing can be found here. Perfect for Benidorm shoppers boasting an unlimited holiday spending budget.
• Los Telares – A shop selling medium-priced, Spanish-style casualwear.
• La Meca del Monedero – Home to glamorous purses and bags full of excellent finds.

Gay & Lesbian Benidorm

• Benidorm Gay Price – Typically held in October of each year, this amazing festival takes place around the old town.
• Mercury Gay Disco Bar – A busy disco bar featuring dark rooms upstairs.
• KM Dance Club Benidorm – Spanning three floors and open-air garden spaces, this venue is home to 12 bars and plays the latest dance tracks.
• H2O Sauna – A popular sauna catering to gay guys.
• Viva – A delightful gay café that draws locals and tourists.

Benidorm Outdoor

• Aqualandia – A fun family water park, ideal for cooling off from the heat.
• Mundomar – An animal and sea life park, perfect for adults and children alike.
• Terra Mitica – A large theme park featuring thrilling rides and attractions.
• Terra Natura – A wildlife and water park in one.
• Isla de Benidorm Wildlife Sanctuary – Accessible by boat, this attraction is not to be missed by nature lovers.

Benidorm Sport

• Check out the water sports enthusiasts at Levante Beach. The experienced fanatics are particularly impressive.
• Watch the golfers at Benidorm Golf Club Don Cayo.
• Enjoy a game of volleyball courtesy of the CV Benidorm volleyball team.
• Be dazzled by the skills of the sailors of the Club Nautico Benidorm. These sailors regularly practice in the waters around here.
• Catch the Benidorm Rugby Sevens tournament, typically held in June.

Benidorm Events

January’s Cavalcade of the Three Kings marks the end of the Christmas season with a horseback, candy-throwing parade! It certainly beats leaving the Christmas lights up until September…

Don’t miss Benidorm’s Carnaval in February! There will be music, there will be dancing, there will be the traditional burying of a sardine.

What better way to celebrate a religious event than at La Virgen del Carmen in July, complete with a massive party and fireworks.

Flamenco your way into the future with a grandé New Year’s Eve celebration in Benidorm Square. Join the locals – and a few foreigners who forgot to go home after summer – for the countdown by the clock tower.

When To Go

The best and busiest time to visit Benidorm is definitely around July, when the summer sunshine is at its best.

For an emptier beach and some gorgeous warm weather, Benidorm in April is divine.

This coastal town has a favourable Mediterranean climate all year round, so whenever you choose to visit, Benidorm is ready for you!

Getting Around

The local bus service in Benidorm is excellent, running all the way up to midnight for you night owls.

If you’re feeling particularly leisurely, there are many hire companies around town that offer scooters for zipping along the promenade.

Benidorm is quite compact, so a stroll to wherever you’re going never takes long.

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