Food scene
This is a delightfully authentic beach, with 3 typically Spanish bar/restaurants. One is located in the hostel, La Maruja.
You can stroll along the beach to the neighbouring town of La Marina.
We particulaly enjoy the late evenings and often take a picnic with us.
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Playa Del Pinet
13 Partida MarinaThis is a delightfully authentic beach, with 3 typically Spanish bar/restaurants. One is located in the hostel, La Maruja.
You can stroll along the beach to the neighbouring town of La Marina.
We particulaly enjoy the late evenings and often take a picnic with us.
Bar El Gordo
2 Calle la IglesiaGreat Bar... typical home made Spanish tapas.
Lunch and evening menus!
La Brasería
42 Avenida Alcalde José RodríguezGreat offers on lunch and evening menus.
Typical Spanish braseria and bar.
Pizzería Roberto
29 Avenida de CrevillenteLooking for a pizza/Italian food?
Roberto's is located on the main road.
Catral is less than 5 Km from Dolores.
The main street is full of restaurants, bars and a great heladeria!
Catral
Catral is less than 5 Km from Dolores.
The main street is full of restaurants, bars and a great heladeria!
Lovely Plaza with a fountain, shaded by ancient trees in the centre of the vllage.
The church and Ayunatmiento are located there. A range of bars coffee shops and heladerias to watch the world go by.
Real life Spain!
Plaza Cardenal Belluga
Plaza Cardenal BellugaLovely Plaza with a fountain, shaded by ancient trees in the centre of the vllage.
The church and Ayunatmiento are located there. A range of bars coffee shops and heladerias to watch the world go by.
Real life Spain!
For the best bread in town!
No Frills tradional bakery ....perfect croissants and bizcocho * (sponge) Open every morning Monday to Saturday
Next door to Bar El Gordo
Panadería Giménez
Calle la IglesiaFor the best bread in town!
No Frills tradional bakery ....perfect croissants and bizcocho * (sponge) Open every morning Monday to Saturday
Next door to Bar El Gordo
Carniceria La Pava
Excellent Local Butcher's
selling high quality locally produced meat.
Near the fountain in the square.
Dolores
Carniceria La Pava
Excellent Local Butcher's
selling high quality locally produced meat.
Near the fountain in the square.
Sightseeing
If you want something a little more lively, Guardamar is a bustling coastal town, with a typical resort feel.
The Night time locally termed "hippie markets" are perfect for an evening stroll.
Guardamar has a lovely port, where you view boast large and small. You can walk to the beach and through the dunes and pine forests.
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Guardamar del Segura
If you want something a little more lively, Guardamar is a bustling coastal town, with a typical resort feel.
The Night time locally termed "hippie markets" are perfect for an evening stroll.
Guardamar has a lovely port, where you view boast large and small. You can walk to the beach and through the dunes and pine forests.
This is a stunning City.
You can see the beautiful famous baroque Basilica of Santa Maria.
Museo Arqueológico y de Historia de Elche
You can discover and experience the history of Elche in an enjoyable and interactive exhibiton at the Palace of Altamira, dating back to 12th-century, originally it was an aristocratic family home and later used as a prison during the Spanish Civil War.
You’ll see a great collection of antiques and artefacts relating to the city’s history.
Don’t miss one of the city’s most iconic sights, La Dama de Elche (The Lady of Elche), a statue dating back to the 4th century BC and discovered here in 1897.
Walk the palm groves
Elche is world famous for being home to around 200,000 varying types of palm trees.
Follow the 2.5 kilometre-long Ruta del Palmeral (Palm Grove Route) which starts and ends at the Huerto de San Plácido park, near the Museo del Palmeral (Palm Grove Museum.
Huerto del Cura
The Priest’s Orchard forms part of the Ruta del Palmeral and has been declared a National Historic Garden due to its outstanding beauty and historical importance. Look out for the super star attraction, namely the168-year-old Imperial Palm Tree!
Additionally, there are many shops, bars and restaurants, catering for all tastes.
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Elche
This is a stunning City.
You can see the beautiful famous baroque Basilica of Santa Maria.
Museo Arqueológico y de Historia de Elche
You can discover and experience the history of Elche in an enjoyable and interactive exhibiton at the Palace of Altamira, dating back to 12th-century, originally it was an aristocratic family home and later used as a prison during the Spanish Civil War.
You’ll see a great collection of antiques and artefacts relating to the city’s history.
Don’t miss one of the city’s most iconic sights, La Dama de Elche (The Lady of Elche), a statue dating back to the 4th century BC and discovered here in 1897.
Walk the palm groves
Elche is world famous for being home to around 200,000 varying types of palm trees.
Follow the 2.5 kilometre-long Ruta del Palmeral (Palm Grove Route) which starts and ends at the Huerto de San Plácido park, near the Museo del Palmeral (Palm Grove Museum.
Huerto del Cura
The Priest’s Orchard forms part of the Ruta del Palmeral and has been declared a National Historic Garden due to its outstanding beauty and historical importance. Look out for the super star attraction, namely the168-year-old Imperial Palm Tree!
Additionally, there are many shops, bars and restaurants, catering for all tastes.
Alicante is an amazing coastal city.
The Esplanada with incredible mosaic paving mimicking the waves of the Mediterranean is a perfect location to stroll while enjoying the sea and marina views.
The Castle of Santa Barbara, offers the best panoramic views of the city and the Parque de Canalejas, which serves as an extension to the promenade is full of fascinating centuries-old ficus trees.
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Alicante
Alicante is an amazing coastal city.
The Esplanada with incredible mosaic paving mimicking the waves of the Mediterranean is a perfect location to stroll while enjoying the sea and marina views.
The Castle of Santa Barbara, offers the best panoramic views of the city and the Parque de Canalejas, which serves as an extension to the promenade is full of fascinating centuries-old ficus trees.
Rio Safari Elche
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s/n Calle NteTabarca is the only inhabited island in the Valencian Region. Boats to the island are available from Torrevieja, Alicante and Santa Pola. (Approximately 10 Euros and a 30 minute trip from Santa Pola)
It is approximately 1,800 metres long and measures some 400 metres across at its widest point.
In the past, it was a refuge for Berber pirates and, in the 18th century, King Carlos III ordered the island to be fortified and a town built. During this time it was home to several families of Genoese fishermen who were being held prisoner in the Tunisian city of Tabarka. The walls surrounding the town have been officially declared a Historical and Artistic Site and an Asset of Cultural Interest.
A Great Day out!
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Tabarca
C. PeruTabarca is the only inhabited island in the Valencian Region. Boats to the island are available from Torrevieja, Alicante and Santa Pola. (Approximately 10 Euros and a 30 minute trip from Santa Pola)
It is approximately 1,800 metres long and measures some 400 metres across at its widest point.
In the past, it was a refuge for Berber pirates and, in the 18th century, King Carlos III ordered the island to be fortified and a town built. During this time it was home to several families of Genoese fishermen who were being held prisoner in the Tunisian city of Tabarka. The walls surrounding the town have been officially declared a Historical and Artistic Site and an Asset of Cultural Interest.
A Great Day out!