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Before you go
Your trip to Benidorm.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Benidorm – Comunidade Valenciana Destination Costa Blanca about 140 km from Valência
How to get there
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Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández (ALC) Elche · 60 km
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Estación de Autobuses de Benidorm 2 km
Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.
Check before buying. The most used airport is Alicante-Elche, about 60 km away, with a direct bus. From Alicante, the TRAM takes about 1h10 and buses about 50 minutes. There is no long-distance train; the TRAM continues to Dénia.
How many days
One day for the two beaches, the old town and the Balcón del Mediterráneo. With two days you can add the boat to the island of Benidorm and an afternoon in Guadalest or Fonts de l'Algar, by car or on an excursion.
When to go
From May to June and from September to October there is usually sun, good sea conditions and fewer people. July and August are crowded and hot. In winter the town remains busy, popular with European retirees, with mild weather, sunny days and cold water.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
For the beach and the old town, no: everything can be done on foot or by city bus. For Guadalest and Fonts de l'Algar, a car helps, although there are buses and excursions. Parking near the beach in summer is difficult.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Benidorm
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Morning
Playa de Levante
Morning at the beach in Levante, with the promenade and the skyscrapers behind.
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Afternoon
Old town
Have lunch in the old town and walk the streets between the igreja de San Jaime and the viewpoint.
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Late afternoon
Balcón del Mediterráneo
Late afternoon at the viewpoint over the sea, with the two beaches on each side.
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Evening
Poniente
Have dinner on the Poniente promenade, quieter, watching the sun set behind the mountain range.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Benidorm just for partying?
No. Levante beach concentrates the nightlife, but Poniente and the old town are calmer, and the town attracts many families and retirees.
How to go from Alicante to Benidorm?
By TRAM, in about 1h10, or by direct bus in about 50 minutes. By car it's about 45 km via the highway.
What's the difference between Levante and Poniente?
Levante is east of the old town, with more bars and activity. Poniente, to the west, is longer and calmer, with an undulating-designed promenade.
Can you go to the island of Benidorm?
Yes. Boats depart from the port next to the old town, with a crossing of about 15 minutes. The island is a nature reserve and good for snorkeling.
Does Benidorm have amusement parks?
Yes. Outside the center there are theme and water parks, such as Terra Mítica and Aqualandia, which usually open only part of the year. Check the schedule.