Finestrat, Valencia
Provincia de Alicante · Valencia · Spain · 3,908 residents · on the coast
Finestrat is a seaside village in Provincia de Alicante, Valencia, Spain, home to around 3,908 people. There is one notable place to see in and around town, including El Realet. The nearest airport is Alicante (ALC), about 39 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: El Realet.
- Right on the coast.
- Best weather from June and August to October: daytime highs between 23°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Alicante (ALC) is 27 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Finestrat
Ranked by how well known they are.
El Realet
castle · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in Finestrat
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Finestrat can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Finestrat
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for June and August to October.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Finestrat and the villages around it is a hire car from Alicante (ALC), about 39 min away.
Best time to visit Finestrat
June and August to October: daytime highs between 23°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 15°CJan10 mm
- 15°CFeb17 mm
- 19°CMar20 mm
- 20°CApr13 mm
- 21°CMay67 mm
- 26°CJun22 mm
- 30°CJul6 mm
- 30°CAug22 mm
- 25°CSept54 mm
- 23°COct44 mm
- 20°CNov5 mm
- 16°CDec7 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 8°C | 10 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 7°C | 17 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 19°C | 10°C | 20 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 20°C | 12°C | 13 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 14°C | 67 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 26°C | 19°C | 22 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 23°C | 6 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 30°C | 22°C | 22 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 18°C | 54 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 44 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 20°C | 12°C | 5 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 16°C | 8°C | 7 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Alicante (ALC)27 miles, about 39 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)65 miles, about 1 h 33 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)73 miles, about 1 h 43 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 20 h 2 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Dénia (26 miles), Valencia (61 miles), Ibiza (92 miles).
Finestrat is good for
Around Finestrat
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Finestrat worth visiting?
Yes. Finestrat is known for El Realet, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Finestrat?
June and August to October, with daytime highs between 23°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Finestrat from the UK?
Fly to Alicante (ALC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 39 min by road. Valencia (VLC) is an alternative, 65 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 20 h 2 min.
What is near Finestrat?
Alicante (21 miles), Benidorm (5 miles), Calp (15 miles) and Denia (26 miles) are all within an hour or so.