Things to do in Orihuela Costa
We here at T.P.S.HOMES have put together a pretty cool list of things to do within the Orihuela Costa and surrounding areas. There is so much going on that I'm sure we have not covered it all, however, if there is anything that you feel should be added to this list then feel free to drop us a comment and we will do our best to add them on.
Adventure Activities
If you are feeling a little more energetic then take a look at these adventurous activities.
Go Karts Orihuela Costa - Playa Flamenca
Paintballing - Held at the Go Karts Playa Flamenca
Elche Palmeral Aventuras - Adventure Park - Elche -
Tentegorra Adventure - Adventure Park Cartagena -
Grand Designs House - Casa La Pedrera - Here they offer a wide variety of sports including horse riding, quad biking, archery, water sports and more.
Terra Mitica - Theme Park - Benidorm
Pola Park - Childrens Theme Park
Ice Skating - Elche (open all year)
Water Sports
A range of water sports activities are available from learning to use the Flyboard, Cable Ski, Paddle Board, Surfing, Diving to sailing a boat. There are many companies available to use but we have just picked a few for you.
Water Sports Centre Torrevieja - Torrevieja
FlyBoard Torrevieja - Torrevieja
Torrevieja Nautical Experience - Torrevieja
http://www.stingraysub.com/en - Diving - San Pedro
http://seaworldpinatar.com/en/nautical-activities - San Pedro
Boat Trips
There are various boat trips you can take around the area from a short ride around the bays to a longer trip out to some beautiful Islands. See the links below for an idea of what companies have to offer.
Torrevieja Trips
Cartagena Trips
San Pedro Trips
Day Out / Sightseeing
Guadalest Village / Castle - Inland from Benidorm
Les Fonts Del Algar - Waterfalls near to Guadalest
Dino Park - Near to Guadalest / Les Fonts Del Algar
Visit Elche - There are lots of things you can do and see in Elche.
Valor chocolate factory - Villajoyosa
Alicante Castle & the Harbour, Puerto Deportivo
Safari Aitana - Safari Park - Near Villajoyosa
Mundomar - Animal Park - Benidorm
Terra Natura - Animal Park & Water Park- Benidorm & Murcia
Rio Safari - Animal Park - Elche
Walking Route
There are so many walking routes all around the Costa Blanca that you certainly won't have any problems finding some, be it along the canal ways, sea front or going a bit more inland for the rougher terrain. Here are a few to try out.
Orihuela Costa Costal Path - This is a stunning sea front walk all the way from Punta Prima to Dehesa de Campoamor.
Nature Walking Route - Torrevieja
Sea Salt Walking Route - Torrevieja
Torrevieja Promenade - This is lovely for a shorter stroll along the seafront, although there are many fast walkers and joggers that do use it too. The walk there and back is approximately 2.5 KM long.
Lo Pagan - Mar Menor, Costa Calida - This is another fantastic walk that walks out into the sea around the Salt marshes and mud baths. This is a walk suitable for walking and cycling. 12KM circular route.
Grand Designs House - Casa La Pedrera - If you don’t fancy going it alone then at Casa La Pedrera they offer a wide range of walking groups that you can take part in or you can have your own private guide to show you the area. These walks are inland and have stunning views of the Torremendo Lake. Torremendo is approximately a 10 minute drive on the San Miguel to Orihuela Road.
Sierra Espuña - Regional Park - See Here for more information on walking routes for Sierra Espuña
Bike Riding
Jump on a bike and explore the area. Don’t worry if you don’t have one of your own there are many companies that hire them, some also include a free home delivery/collection service.
Costa Blanca Bike Hire - Free Delivery/Collection Service
I Love Bike - Free Delivery/Collection Service
Easy Ads Bike Hire - Free Delivery/Collection Service
Something a little different
Secret Tea Gardens - Discover this little gem, full of history and just a lovely relaxing place to enjoy a bit of peace and tranquility - Location: Close to Crevillente
Learning about the sea - Different trips available. Location: Torrevieja
Hot Air Balloon Ride - Various locations. Catral and close by mountains are always a fantastic location. Catral is situated halfway between Orihuela Costa and Alicante Airport on the AP7 (35 minutes by car).
Elche Football Stadium - Currently in the 2015 / 2016 season Elche are in the Segundo division. Their stadium, Estadio Martínez Valero, is quite impressive with a capacity of 36,000. It’s worth a visit if you are a football fan.
Embalse De Pedrera Orihuela - This area refers to the 'Torremendo Lake'. From here you can view the different colours of the beautiful lake and the scenery all around. If you want a drive out for the morning then the views found here are certainly worth the drive. This is also very close to ‘The Grand Designs House’ Casa La Pedrera, which is a nice visit if you have time.
Grand Designs House - Casa La Pedrera - Here they offer a wide variety of sports, entertainment or if it is just a quiet relax in the tea garden with some fantastic views then its the place to be.
Take a Mud Bath - In Lo Pagan, San Pedro Del Pintor, you will find on the right hand side of the walkway the beautiful Mar Menor Sea and on the left hand the ‘Mud Baths’. Take a dip in the ‘mud baths’, cover your body with the mud you find either on the bottom of the sea floor or on the wooden jetty (be prepared it can get quite hot in the summer months.... oh and smelly). Once covered take a stroll to dry off and let the magical nutrients get to work. Afterwards dip back in to wash yourself off then hop along to the other side and have a sunbath and a swim in the clear waters of the Mar Menor
Water Parks
Water parks are a great day out. The season normally runs from around June until September. See below for a list of parks locally and a little further afield.
Aquopolis - Torrevieja
Aqua Park Flamingo - La Siesta (Torrevieja)
Aqua Park Rojales - Quesada
Aqualandia - Benidorm
Terra Natura - Animal Park & Water Park- Benidorm & Murcia
Mini / Crazy Golf
New Crazy Golf - Campoamor
Mini Golf Flamosca - Playa Flamenca
Quesada Mini Golf - Quesada
Larger Parks
Parque de Las Naciones - Torrevieja
Reina Sofia Park - Guardamar del Segura
Elche Park - Elche
Golf Courses
Fancy having a game of golf? Well you are in luck, the area is well known for its golfing facilities. Here are a few clubs to get you going.
Real Club de Golf - Campoamor
Las Colinas - Near Campoamor
La Finca Golf Resort - Algorfa
Roda Golf - San Javier
Lo Romero Golf - Pilar de la Horadada
SPA's
Enjoy relaxing in some of the most tranquil spa's in the area.
La Finca Golf Resort - Algorfa
Hotel Dña Monse - Los Balcones Nr Torrevieja Hospital
Thalasia - San Pedro Del Pintor
Marjal - Catral/Crevillente
Bowling Alleys
Zenia Boulevard - La Zenia (Orihuela Costa)
Ozone - Torrevieja
Quesada Bowling - Quesada
Markets
Read our informative article on Markets in the Orihuela Costa and nearby towns.
Towns/Villages to Visit
There are numerous cities, towns and villages to visit all around the Costa Blanca/Calida area that we cannot write about them all. Take a look below to see all the areas within these areas and decide where you would like your day trip out to take you.
Costa Blanca
Costa Calida
Cartagena
Cinemas
Cinema Pilar - English Cinema in Pilar. Showings on Thursdays and Saturdays all in English. Not the very latest films but a good mixture is shown.
Cines IMF - Torrevieja
L'Aljub - ABC Cine - Elche
Dos Mares - Neocine - San Javier
Kinepolis - Alicante - They show original films with subtitles. Check before you go to see what films are showing in 'OVS'.