El Campello

El Campello is a coastal town on the Costa Blanca, near Alicante, known for its 23 kilometers of coastline with beaches, cliffs, and coves, making it a popular destination for water sports like sailing, scuba diving, and windsurfing. The town also has a marina, a bustling waterfront, and a rich history that includes an ancient archaeological site, making it ideal for both active and history-focused tourism.
Geography: Located on the Costa Blanca, approximately 14 kilometers from Alicante, with 23 kilometers of varied coastline.
Activities: A great destination for water sports such as sailing, scuba diving, and windsurfing, with a marina and sailing club available. Hiking and cycling are also popular.
Attractions: Features beautiful beaches like Carrer la Mar and Muchavista, which have received quality certifications. It also has a significant archaeological site called Illeta dels Banyets.
Atmosphere: Offers both lively areas, like the pedestrianized promenade at its center, and quieter, more exclusive coves for those seeking a peaceful experience.

What to see in El Campello
With this in mind, we’re going to start our exploration of the destination at Illeta dels Banyets, an archaeological site which was inhabited two millennium BC. Local town tours will take you to this point of interest so you can get an idea of just how historic the destination really is.

Another sight to put on your to-visit list is Torre Vigía de la Illeta, a watch tower, followed by Virgen del Carmen chapel and Santa Teresa church. We also recommend spending some time at Jardines de Villa Marco, peaceful gardens belonging to Villa Marco, a beautiful building built in the mid-19th century that constitutes an important part of El Campello’s heritage. The grounds are inspired by the impressive gardens at Versailles and are a wonderful place to take a stroll to gaze at the leafy plants and take part in cultural activities.

And now let’s discuss the coastline. Enmig cove and Baeza cove are two examples of beautiful spots where you can spend your time with your head in the water, gazing at the fish, or lazing on the sand for hours on end. Muchavista beach, meanwhile, is a great choice if you want to do some water sports and enjoy services just steps away. And then there are plenty more coves, namely Morro Blanc, Piteres, Llop Marí, Nostra, Baeza, Lanuza and Palmeretes, and beaches including Punta del Riu (which is dog friendly), Amerador, Llomes de Reixes, Barranc D’Aigües, Carritxal and Almadrava. El Campello really is a beach lover's paradise.

If you fancy doing something active during your time in El Campello, you can cycle or walk these beautiful routes. Other don’t-miss activities include an evening stroll by the sailing club and the Moros y Cristianos festivities which fill the town with the beat of music and the colours of costumes. El Campello is an incredible destination - don’t miss the opportunity to come and live everything it has to offer.