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Things to Do in Orihuela Costa
Beaches, viewpoints, day trips, restaurants and family activities in Orihuela Costa — plus the best of the surrounding Costa Blanca within easy reach.
Beaches, viewpoints, day trips, restaurants and family activities in Orihuela Costa — plus the best of the surrounding Costa Blanca within easy reach.
Top things to do in Orihuela Costa
- ✦Walk the 7-km coastal cliff path from Punta Prima to Campoamor
- ✦Shop at Zenia Boulevard (Costa Blanca's largest mall)
- ✦Play 18 holes at Villamartín, Las Ramblas, Las Colinas or Campoamor
- ✦Dine and party along the Cabo Roig Strip
- ✦Day-trip to historic Orihuela city, Cartagena or the Mar Menor
Best beaches in Orihuela Costa
- Playa de La ZeniaBlue Flag sandy beach with promenade and beach bars.
- Playa de Cabo RoigBlue Flag cove framed by red cliffs and the marina.
- Playa de CampoamorBlue Flag main beach with long promenade and full services.
- Cala Capitán & Cala BosquePretty sheltered coves on the cliff-walk path.
- Playa de Punta PrimaNorthernmost Blue Flag beach, family-friendly with shallow water.
Events & festivals in Orihuela Costa
- Three Kings Parade5 JanuaryFamily Epiphany parades through the urbanisations.
- Summer Beach ConcertsJuly–AugustFree music and family events on the beaches and at Zenia Boulevard.
- St Patrick's DayMarchMajor parade in Cabo Roig reflecting the strong Irish and British community.
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