Polop, Valencia
Provincia de Alicante · Valencia · Spain · 3,354 residents
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El Castell de Guadalest
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Castle of Guadalest
Museo Casa Orduña
Museo de Microminiaturas (Guadalest)Polop is a village in Provincia de Alicante, Valencia, Spain, home to around 3,354 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including El Castell de Guadalest and Castle of Polop. The nearest airport is Alicante (ALC), about 47 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: El Castell de Guadalest, Castle of Polop and Castle of Guadalest.
- Best weather from April, June and October: daytime highs between 21°C and 27°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Alicante (ALC) is 33 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Polop
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Polop
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Polop can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Polop are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Polop and the villages around it is a hire car from Alicante (ALC), about 47 min away.
Best time to visit Polop
April, June and October: daytime highs between 21°C and 27°C with little rain.
- 16°CJan16 mm
- 16°CFeb30 mm
- 20°CMar21 mm
- 21°CApr14 mm
- 22°CMay86 mm
- 27°CJun30 mm
- 32°CJul8 mm
- 31°CAug21 mm
- 27°CSept75 mm
- 25°COct45 mm
- 21°CNov17 mm
- 17°CDec9 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | 8°C | 16 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 8°C | 30 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 10°C | 21 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 12°C | 14 mm | 12 h |
| May | 22°C | 14°C | 86 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 19°C | 30 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 8 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 23°C | 21 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 19°C | 75 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 16°C | 45 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 12°C | 17 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 17°C | 8°C | 9 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)33 miles, about 47 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)63 miles, about 1 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)78 miles, about 1 h 51 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 56 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Dénia (21 miles), Valencia (58 miles), Ibiza (87 miles).
Polop is good for
Around Polop
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Polop worth visiting?
Yes. Polop is known for El Castell de Guadalest, Castle of Polop and Castle of Guadalest. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Polop?
April, June and October, with daytime highs between 21°C and 27°C with little rain.
How do I get to Polop from the UK?
Fly to Alicante (ALC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 47 min by road. Valencia (VLC) is an alternative, 63 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 19 h 56 min.
Is Polop good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Polop?
Alicante (27 miles), Benidorm (6 miles), Calp (10 miles) and Denia (20 miles) are all within an hour or so.