Carcaixent, Valencia
Província de València · Valencia · Spain · 21,735 residents
Carcaixent is a town in Província de València, Valencia, Spain, home to around 21,735 people. There are 2 notable places to see in and around town, including Monastery Corpus Christi of Carcaixent and Cova de les Meravelles d'Alzira. The nearest airport is Valencia (VLC), about 36 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Monastery Corpus Christi of Carcaixent and Cova de les Meravelles d'Alzira.
- Easy to reach: Valencia (VLC) is 25 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Carcaixent
Ranked by how well known they are.
1monastery
Cova de les Meravelles d'Alzira
protected area · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in Carcaixent
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Carcaixent can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Carcaixent are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Carcaixent and the villages around it is a hire car from Valencia (VLC), about 36 min away.
Best time to visit Carcaixent
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Valencia (VLC)25 miles, about 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Alicante (ALC)58 miles, about 1 h 23 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)98 miles, about 2 h 19 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 11 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (23 miles), Dénia (36 miles).
Carcaixent is good for
Around Carcaixent
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Carcaixent worth visiting?
Yes. Carcaixent is known for Monastery Corpus Christi of Carcaixent and Cova de les Meravelles d'Alzira. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Carcaixent from the UK?
Fly to Valencia (VLC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 36 min by road. Alicante (ALC) is an alternative, 58 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 11 min.
Is Carcaixent good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Carcaixent?
Valencia (25 miles), Denia (36 miles), Gandia (18 miles) and Cullera (11 miles) are all within an hour or so.

