Torrevieja is a destination designed for unlimited enjoyment and tailored to every type of traveller. Whether you’re travelling with your family, looking for accessible options, sharing your experience with your pet, or want to discover things to do in the surrounding area, here you’ll find suggestions designed to make your stay comfortable, fulfilling and tailored to your needs.
Discover everything you can do in Torrevieja to suit your plans and experience the city just the way you like it.
Accessible tourism
Torrevieja is a comfortable and easy-to-navigate destination, with wide seafront promenades, accessible pedestrian routes and adapted urban areas that allow visitors to move easily around the main points of interest.
The beaches have adapted access from the promenade, walkways over the sand, adapted toilets and reserved areas, ensuring a more comfortable experience by the sea. The Assisted Bathing Service for people with reduced mobility is available at the beaches of La Mata, Cabo Cervera, Los Locos, Los Náufragos and El Cura, as well as in the bathing areas along Paseo Juan Aparicio, from 15 June to 15 September. Prior booking is required by calling 670 563 022.
Much of the city centre, together with the Juan Aparicio and Vista Alegre promenades and the Dique de Levante breakwater, offers barrier-free routes, ideal for enjoying the coastline independently.
The Tourist Office and the main cultural venues have adapted access points that make visits easier for people with reduced mobility. In addition, the city has reserved parking spaces and specific facilities that help make your stay more comfortable.
With children
Torrevieja is the perfect destination for a family holiday, with activities designed to ensure that the little ones enjoy fun and educational experiences in a safe, outdoor environment.
The beaches of La Mata, El Cura, Los Náufragos and the rest of the Torrevieja coastline are easily accessible and have facilities suitable for children. During the summer, there are also children’s environmental workshops on the beaches, a free activity that allows children to learn more about the natural environment whilst learning through play. Further information is available at the tourist offices.
At the port, you can visit the S-61 Delfín submarine, Spain’s first submarine museum open to the public, where you can explore the interior and discover what life was like on board. A unique experience that often surprises both children and adults alike.
The Lagunas de La Mata y Torrevieja Natural Park offers signposted trails and guided eco-tours in the heart of nature, an ideal option for a family stroll and to admire the lagoon landscape.
Information and bookings: www.turismodetorrevieja.com/ecorutas The city also has numerous play areas such as Parque de las Naciones, Parque de La Siesta and Parque Doña Sinforosa, which combine green spaces and children’s play areas.
The tourist train offers two distinct routes: one along the coast and past the main beaches, and another towards the salt flats and their natural surroundings, allowing visitors to explore the town in a comfortable and enjoyable way.
The range of attractions is rounded off by Aquopolis Torrevieja (during the summer season), water sports suitable for all ages, the Ozone Bowling Centre and the funfair at Antonio Soria Park.
Download the Guide for Young Tourists or pick up a copy at the Tourist Office.
Enjoy Torrevieja with your family
With your pet
Torrevieja is a destination where you can also enjoy yourself in the company of your pet. The climate, the open spaces and the town’s relaxed atmosphere make it an ideal place to enjoy walks, leisure activities and time outdoors.
There are an increasing number of pet-friendly bars, terraces and shops that make it easy for your pet to be part of the experience, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone. For exercise and fun, the town has dog parks such as the Agility Park in Los Balcones Park and the designated area in La Siesta Park, equipped with ramps, tunnels and obstacles where dogs can run, play and socialise in a safe environment.
If you’re looking to enjoy the sea, Cala del Rocío, situated to the south of the municipality, is the designated dog-friendly beach in Torrevieja. A peaceful spot where you can spend a day by the Mediterranean, always respecting the regulations and the natural environment.
Before travelling, remember that your pet must have a microchip, valid documentation and up-to-date vaccinations, as well as comply with current regulations, including compulsory insurance where applicable. This way, you can enjoy Torrevieja with complete peace of mind.
Things to do nearby
Torrevieja is the ideal starting point for discovering new landscapes and experiences just a few minutes from the city. The surrounding area combines coastline, traditional farmland and historical heritage, making it easy to organise convenient and varied day trips during your stay.
In the Bajo Segura region, the landscape of citrus groves and farmland is an integral part of the area’s identity. Towns such as Almoradí, with its agricultural and gastronomic traditions, or Guardamar del Segura, with its extensive pine forest and natural beaches, offer attractions that complement the Torrevieja coastline. Also nearby is El Pilar de la Horadada, with coastal walks and open spaces by the sea.
A short distance away, Orihuela stands out for its historic and monumental sites; Elche, for its iconic palm grove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; and Cartagena, for its port and significant historical legacy, reflected in its Roman theatre and Modernist architecture.
