The Ultimate Guide to Staying Cool in Valencia This Summer
Find out how to beat the heat in Valencia with the best plans: blue flag beaches, beach bars by the sea, shady parks and air-conditioned museums, including activities for children and guided tour options!
🏖️ Best Beaches to Cool Off
As we already know, the Valencian Community is famous for its year-round sunshine and… beaches! That’s why they are also the first resource to face the summer heat. Here is a list of some of the closest to Valencia city:
- Playa de la Malvarrosa: The city’s most iconic beach, offering a wide range of services and activities.
- Playa de la Patacona: Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and tranquility.
- Playa de El Saler: Located within the Albufera Natural Park, this beach offers a more natural and less crowded environment.
- Playa de Pinedo: Close to the city yet less frequented, ideal for those seeking peace.
- Meliana beach: Just 20 minutes from the centre, this unspoilt beach is ideal for those seeking tranquillity and nature.
- Rabdells beach (Oliva): One of the most unspoilt and quiet beaches in the area, surrounded by dunes and with sports facilities.
- Faro de Cullera beach: With 100 metres of fine sand and clean waters, it is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery.
🍹 Top Beachfront Chiringuitos
What better way to cool off than with a good drink overlooking the sea? These beach bars will make you enjoy the sea breeze and a good meal:What better way to cool off than with a good drink overlooking the sea? These beach bars will make you enjoy the sea breeze and a good meal:
- La Más Bonita (Patacona): Famous for its charming decor and diverse menu.Reddit
- Chiringuito El Ocho (Patacona): Offers a relaxed atmosphere with live music.Wikipedia
- Oli Ba Ba: Known for its varied menu and refreshing cocktails.
- Portolito Playa: Located on Las Arenas beach, providing a unique dining experience by the sea.
- Mikkonos Beach Club: Situated on Malvarrosa beach, combining music and gastronomy in a unique setting.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Activities for Hot Days
If you are visiting Valencia with your family here is a list of places to enjoy together during the warmer months.
- Gulliver Park: A themed park with slides and play areas.
- Cabecera Park: Features a lake and expansive green spaces, ideal for families.
- Viveros Gardens: A green space with play areas and shade, perfect for family strolls.
- Pocoyó Park: Inspired by the famous children’s character, offering themed play areas.
- Parque del Oeste: Equipped with outdoor pools and play areas, great for beating the heat.
🌳 Parks to Relax in the Shade
If Valencia is famous for anything, it is for its green spaces where you can relax and enjoy nature. Enjoy the European Green Capital 2024 in some of these parks:
- Turia Gardens: An extensive park running through the city, ideal for walks and picnics.
- Central Park: Modern park with water features to cool off.
- Cabecera Park: Features a lake and expansive green spaces, ideal for families.
🖼️ Air-Conditioned Museums for Hot Days
Another option for getting to know Valencia and its culture is to take advantage of the hottest hours of the day by taking refuge in a museum:
- Príncipe Felipe Science Museum: Interactive and educational, suitable for all ages.
- Valencia Museum of Fine Arts: Houses a vast collection of classical art.
- Centre del Carme de Cultura Contemporània: Modern space with temporary exhibitions.
- Hortensia Herrero Art Centre (CAHH): Located in the Valeriola Palace, featuring a private collection of contemporary art.
🚣♂️ Refreshing Tours with Valencia&Go
Also, if you want to get to know Valencia with local official guides and not miss anything, we invite you to join our tours and excursions:
- Boat Tour in Albufera: Sail through this natural park and enjoy the sea breeze.
- Excursion to San José Caves: Discover Europe’s longest navigable underground river.
- Excursion to Morella and Peñíscola
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Check out all our tours, excursions and activities here: https://www.valenciaandgo.com/tours
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