Cullera Holidays: Castle, Beaches and Valencia Access
Província de València · Valencia · Spain · 24,121 residents · on the coast
Cullera is a coastal town of around 24,000 people in the Província de València, close enough to Valencia that you can land and be in town within about 40 minutes. Its centre holds Cullera Castle, a listed cultural property barely 100 metres from the middle of town. Within a couple of miles you find Playa Medio, Playa Olivos and the Faro de Cullera lighthouse. Inland sits the Abric de Lambert, a rock shelter with prehistoric art. Summers are hot and dry, with August highs around 31°C and barely two rainy days. Spring and early summer are kinder, while September and October bring the heaviest rain of the year. It suits a beach fortnight with some history alongside.
Why go
- Cullera Castle, a listed cultural property, stands about 100 metres from the town centre.
- Valencia Airport has direct UK flights and is roughly 36 minutes' drive away.
- August averages 31°C with only around two rainy days, ideal for beach days at Playa Medio.
Top sights in Cullera
Castle, Lighthouse, Rock Art and Beaches
Start with Cullera Castle, a listed cultural property right in the centre, about 100 metres from the middle of town. It is the obvious first stop and the town's best-known sight. Further out, the Faro de Cullera lighthouse sits around 2 miles from the centre, a good walk or short drive for coastal views and a quieter hour, particularly for couples.
For something older, the Abric de Lambert lies just under a mile away. This rock shelter holds prehistoric rock art and makes an easy outing with children. Then there are the beaches: Playa Medio at around 1.5 miles and Playa Olivos at roughly 1.8 miles, both well suited to families.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page, where you will find the current options listed below.
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2 miles from the centre · Photo
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Playa Olivos
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Playa Medio
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Cullera
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Cullera can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Cullera
Old Centre or Beachfront Base
Cullera divides neatly into two choices. Staying near the centre puts you within a few minutes' walk of the castle and the everyday life of a working town of around 24,000 people. The beaches lie between 1.5 and 2 miles away, so plan on a short drive, bus or bike ride to the sand.
If the sea is the priority, look along the coast towards Playa Medio, Playa Olivos and the lighthouse. Here you wake up closer to the water, though further from the castle. Live hotel prices for both areas are shown on this page so you can compare as you plan.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Cullera and the villages around it is a hire car from Valencia (VLC), about 36 min away.
Best time to visit Cullera
When the Weather Works Best
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- 21°CApr10 mm
- 23°CMay51 mm
- 27°CJun18 mm
- 30°CJul12 mm
- 31°CAug9 mm
- 26°CSept85 mm
- 25°COct84 mm
- 21°CNov46 mm
- 17°CDec20 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most pleasant months are April, June, July and August. April is dry and mild, with highs of about 21°C and only around three rainy days. June warms up to about 27°C, which is ideal for the beach without the full heat of high summer.
July and August are the hottest months, with highs of 30–31°C and night-time lows of about 23°C. August is also the driest, with roughly 9 mm of rain over two days. September and October are the wettest period, with about 85 mm of rain each and up to 11 rainy days in September. May can also be showery. Winters are mild, with daytime highs around 16–17°C from December to February.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | 8°C | 19 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 8°C | 43 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 10°C | 16 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 12°C | 10 mm | 12 h |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 51 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 20°C | 18 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 23°C | 12 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 23°C | 9 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 26°C | 19°C | 85 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 17°C | 84 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 13°C | 46 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 17°C | 8°C | 20 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Ferries and the Drive
Valencia Airport (VLC) is the nearest. It has direct flights from the United Kingdom and lies about 25 miles away, roughly a 36-minute drive. Alicante (ALC) also has direct UK flights and is around 63 miles away, about an hour and a half by car. Murcia (RMU) is a third option with direct UK flights, roughly 106 miles away or two and a half hours on the road.
If you are driving down from home, allow about 19 hours at the wheel from Calais, which is best split over two or three days. Once you are here, the port of Valencia, about 20 miles away, has ferries to Palma, Ibiza, Maó and Tangier Med. Dénia, around 30 miles south, sails to Ibiza, Formentera and Palma.
By air
- Valencia (VLC)25 miles, about 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Alicante (ALC)63 miles, about 1 h 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)106 miles, about 2 h 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 5 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (20 miles), Dénia (30 miles), Ibiza (93 miles).
Cullera is good for
Around Cullera
Easy Outings From Cullera
Valencia, Spain's big regional city, is only about 22 miles away and is the obvious day out. Closer to home, Gandia lies roughly 14 miles south, and Oliva and Miramar sit a little further along the coast at about 19 and 16 miles.
Inland, Xàtiva is around 19 miles away and Carcaixent about 11 miles. Little Favara is just 4 miles off, and Catarroja sits about 18 miles to the north, towards Valencia.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Points Before You Go
Hire a car or plan your transport for the beaches. The castle is central, but Playa Medio, Playa Olivos and the lighthouse are between 1.5 and 2 miles out, which is a hot walk in August.
If you travel in September or October, pack for rain. These are the wettest months by a clear margin, so keep a flexible plan with indoor alternatives such as a day in Valencia.
With Valencia Airport only around 36 minutes away, short breaks work well here. A long weekend is entirely realistic from the UK.
Questions people ask
What is the nearest airport to Cullera?
Valencia Airport (VLC) is the closest, about 25 miles away and roughly a 36-minute drive. It has direct flights from the United Kingdom. Alicante (ALC) and Murcia (RMU) also have direct UK flights but are further, at around 90 minutes and two and a half hours by car.
When is the best time to visit Cullera?
April, June, July and August offer the most pleasant conditions. April is mild and dry at around 21°C. June reaches about 27°C, while July and August are the hottest at 30–31°C. September and October are the wettest months, with around 85 mm of rain each.
Are there beaches in Cullera?
Yes. Playa Medio is about 1.5 miles from the centre and Playa Olivos around 1.8 miles. Both are well suited to families. The Faro de Cullera lighthouse is a little further along, roughly 2 miles out.
Is Cullera good for a day trip to Valencia?
Very much so. Valencia is only around 22 miles from Cullera, making it an easy day out by car. The city's port, about 20 miles away, also offers ferries to Palma, Ibiza, Maó and Tangier Med if you fancy island-hopping.
Can you drive to Cullera from the UK?
You can. The drive from Calais takes roughly 19 hours, so most people split it over two or three days. Once you arrive, having a car makes the beaches, the lighthouse and nearby towns such as Gandia and Xàtiva much easier to reach.
What is there to see in Cullera besides the beach?
Cullera Castle, a listed cultural property, sits about 100 metres from the town centre. The Abric de Lambert, a rock shelter with prehistoric art, is just under a mile away. The Faro de Cullera lighthouse lies roughly 2 miles out along the coast.