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Benissa, Valencia

Provincia de Alicante · Valencia · Spain · 13,221 residents

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Benissa is a small town in Provincia de Alicante, Valencia, Spain, home to around 13,221 people. There are 2 notable places to see in and around town, including Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and St. Peter the Apostle and Pinós (Benisa). The nearest airport is Alicante (ALC), about 1 h 3 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and St. Peter the Apostle and Pinós (Benisa).
  • Easy to reach: Alicante (ALC) is 44 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
  • Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.

Top sights in Benissa

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and St. Peter the Apostle1basilica

    Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and St. Peter the Apostle

    In the centre · Photo

    church in Benissa, Spain

  • Pinós (Benisa)2cave

    Pinós (Benisa)

    2 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Benissa, Spain

Tours & tickets in Benissa

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Benissa can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Benissa

Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Benissa are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Benissa and the villages around it is a hire car from Alicante (ALC), about 1 h 3 min away.

Best time to visit Benissa

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Alicante (ALC)44 miles, about 1 h 3 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Valencia (VLC)60 miles, about 1 h 26 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Murcia (RMU)89 miles, about 2 h 7 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 46 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Dénia (10 miles), Valencia (54 miles), Ibiza (76 miles).

Benissa is good for

Around Benissa

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Benissa worth visiting?

Yes. Benissa is known for Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and St. Peter the Apostle and Pinós (Benisa). It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

How do I get to Benissa from the UK?

Fly to Alicante (ALC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 3 min by road. Valencia (VLC) is an alternative, 60 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 46 min.

Is Benissa good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Benissa?

Benidorm (16 miles), Calp (5 miles), Denia (9 miles) and Altea (10 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Benissa?

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