Anna, Valencia: Holiday Guide for an Inland Spanish Town
Província de València · Valencia · Spain · 2,775 residents
Anna is a small inland town in the Província de València, home to around 2,775 people and set about 208 metres above sea level. It is not a beach resort; the appeal here is a slower pace, a cultural landmark in the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón a few hundred metres from the centre, and a cluster of villages and larger towns within a short drive, Xàtiva among them. Valencia airport, with direct flights from the United Kingdom, is roughly 34 miles away, under an hour by car. Springs are warm and dry, high summer is very hot, and autumn brings the heaviest rain, so timing matters more than you might expect for a holiday in eastern Spain.
Why go
- The Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón, a listed cultural property, sits just a short walk away.
- Valencia airport has direct UK flights and is around 48 minutes away by car.
- April is reliably dry, with about 5 mm of rain and highs near 26°C.
Top sights in Anna
Sights and activities in Anna
The headline sight is the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón, a palace recognised as a cultural property of the town and only about 0.2 miles from the centre, so it fits easily into a morning stroll. Anna is a small place, and this palace is the landmark the town is best known for culturally.
Beyond the town itself, a range of tours and activities in the surrounding area can be booked directly from this page, along with tickets; the booking cards below show what is currently on offer.
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Tours & tickets in Anna
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Anna can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Anna
Choosing a base in Anna
Anna is inland and compact, so staying here means a quiet base rather than a seafront strip. With fewer than 3,000 residents, evenings are calm, and anywhere near the centre keeps the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón within walking distance.
If you would prefer a larger town with more around you, Xàtiva, with a population of nearly 30,000, lies about 7 miles away and makes a livelier alternative base. The page shows live hotel prices for Anna and the surrounding area so you can compare options for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Anna and the villages around it is a hire car from Valencia (VLC), about 48 min away.
Best time to visit Anna
When to visit Anna
- 17°CJan14 mm
- 17°CFeb32 mm
- 23°CMar12 mm
- 26°CApr5 mm
- 27°CMay55 mm
- 31°CJun30 mm
- 36°CJul11 mm
- 36°CAug5 mm
- 29°CSept71 mm
- 27°COct117 mm
- 21°CNov35 mm
- 18°CDec11 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most comfortable months are March, April, June and November. March reaches around 23°C with just three rain days, April is the driest spring month at about 26°C and 5 mm of rain, June warms to around 31°C, and November settles at a mild 21°C.
July and August are the hottest, with daytime highs around 36°C and nights near 22°C, which suits sun-seekers less well inland than on the coast. The wettest period is autumn: September sees about 71 mm of rain and October around 117 mm, the highest of the year. Winters are gentle, with highs of 17 to 18°C. As Anna is not on the coast, there is no sea temperature to plan around.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 7°C | 14 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 17°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 23°C | 10°C | 12 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 26°C | 12°C | 5 mm | 12 h |
| May | 27°C | 14°C | 55 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 31°C | 19°C | 30 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 36°C | 22°C | 11 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 36°C | 22°C | 5 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 29°C | 18°C | 71 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 27°C | 16°C | 117 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 12°C | 35 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 18°C | 7°C | 11 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Getting to Anna from the UK
Valencia airport (VLC) is the nearest, around 34 miles away and roughly 48 minutes by car, with direct flights from the United Kingdom. Alicante (ALC) also has direct UK flights and is about 51 miles away, around an hour and a quarter's drive. Murcia (RMU), likewise served directly from the UK, is roughly 88 miles away and about two hours by road. Car hire is the practical choice from any of them.
Driving from Calais takes around 19 and a half hours of motoring time, best split over a couple of days. Once here, the ferry ports at Valencia (about 34 miles) and Dénia (about 43 miles) offer onward sailings to the Balearics, including Palma, Ibiza, Maó and Formentera, and from Valencia to Tangier Med in Morocco.
By air
- Valencia (VLC)34 miles, about 48 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Alicante (ALC)51 miles, about 1 h 13 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)88 miles, about 2 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 22 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (34 miles), Dénia (43 miles).
Anna is good for
Around Anna
Day trips from Anna
Several neighbouring villages are almost on the doorstep: Chella is about 2 miles away, Bolbaite around 3 miles, and Enguera roughly 4 miles. Bicorp, a village of only a few hundred people, lies around 11 miles off.
For somewhere larger, Xàtiva is about 7 miles away and Carcaixent around 13 miles. Further afield, Bocairent is roughly 17 miles away and Favara about 21 miles, both comfortable half-day outings by car.
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Tips from Robin
Practical tips for your stay
Anna is inland at around 208 metres, so there is no beach on the doorstep; if sea swimming matters, factor in the drive towards the coast. Summer highs of about 36°C in July and August make early starts and long lunches sensible.
With under 3,000 residents and its neighbours spread across the countryside, a hire car makes day trips far easier. If you are travelling in September or October, pack for rain, as these are the wettest months of the year.
Questions people ask
What is the nearest airport to Anna?
Valencia airport (VLC) is the closest, about 34 miles away and roughly 48 minutes by car. It has direct flights from the United Kingdom. Alicante, around 51 miles away, also has direct UK flights.
Does Anna have a beach?
No. Anna is an inland town at about 208 metres above sea level, so there is no beach in the town. It suits travellers looking for a quiet base with nearby villages and a cultural landmark rather than a seaside resort.
What is the best month to visit Anna?
March, April, June and November offer the most pleasant conditions. April is especially dry, with around 5 mm of rain and highs near 26°C, while November is mild at about 21°C. July and August reach around 36°C.
What is there to see in Anna?
The main sight is the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón, a palace listed as a cultural property, about 0.2 miles from the centre. Tours and activity tickets in the surrounding area can also be booked from this page.
Can you drive to Anna from the UK?
Yes. From Calais the drive takes around 19 and a half hours of motoring, so most people split it over two days. Having your own car is useful here, as nearby villages and towns are spread out.
What day trips can you do from Anna?
Xàtiva is about 7 miles away and Carcaixent around 13 miles. Closer villages include Chella, Bolbaite and Enguera, all within 4 miles, while Bocairent is roughly 17 miles away.