Torrevieja Holidays: Beaches, Submarine Museum and Weather
Provincia de Alicante · Valencia · Spain · 82,599 residents · on the coast
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Torrevieja is a sizeable coastal town of around 82,600 people in the Provincia de Alicante. It sits just 14 metres above sea level, with its beaches and museums packed close to the centre. Within a mile of the middle you will find the Museo del Mar y de la Sal, a 1972 Daphné-class submarine called the Delfín, and town beaches such as Playa del Cura and Playa de Los Naufragos. Winters are mild, with January highs around 18°C, and summers reach 31°C. Alicante and Murcia airports, both with direct flights from the United Kingdom, are each well under an hour's drive away. That makes Torrevieja an easy choice for a family beach holiday or a short break.
Why go
- Climb aboard the Delfín, a 1972 Daphné-class submarine moored less than half a mile from the centre.
- Alicante airport has direct UK flights and is roughly 31 minutes' drive away, about 22 miles.
- Mild winters with January highs near 18°C and very little rain suit an off-season break.
Top sights in Torrevieja
Submarines, Salt and Town Beaches
The best-known sight is the Delfín, a 1972 Daphné-class submarine that now serves as a museum, about 0.4 miles from the centre. Even closer, roughly 0.2 miles away, is the Museo del Mar y de la Sal, the town's museum of the sea and salt. Both suit families, and you can easily see them together in a morning.
For the beach, Playa del Cura lies about 0.6 miles from the centre and Playa de Los Naufragos about 0.5 miles. A little further along the coast are Playa del Acequión at around 1.3 miles, Cala de la Higuera at about 1.7 miles and Playa Cesped La Veleta at roughly 1.8 miles.
Tours and tickets for Torrevieja and the surrounding area can be booked directly on this page.
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In the centre · Photo
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3 miles from the centre · Photo
Playa del Cura
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Playa de Los Naufragos
beach · In the centre
Playa Cesped La Veleta
beach · 2 miles from the centre
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beach · 1 mile from the centre
Playa del Acequión
beach · 1 mile from the centre
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beach · 1 mile from the centre
Cala de la Higuera
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Torrevieja
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Torrevieja can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Torrevieja
Choosing Your Base in Torrevieja
Torrevieja is a large town rather than a village, so the centre is where most of the activity is. Staying close to the middle puts both museums and the beaches at Playa del Cura and Playa de Los Naufragos within a short walk, which helps if you are travelling with children and want to skip the car.
If you would rather be a little further from the centre, look along the coast towards Playa del Acequión, Cala de la Higuera or Playa Cesped La Veleta, all within about 2 miles. This page shows live hotel prices, so you can compare locations for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Torrevieja and the villages around it is a hire car from Alicante (ALC), about 31 min away.
Best time to visit Torrevieja
When to Visit Torrevieja
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- 17°CFeb13 mm
- 21°CMar14 mm
- 22°CApr11 mm
- 24°CMay68 mm
- 27°CJun29 mm
- 31°CJul4 mm
- 31°CAug10 mm
- 28°CSept51 mm
- 26°COct45 mm
- 22°CNov11 mm
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most pleasant months are March, April, June, October and November. In spring, highs reach 21 to 22°C, and November is similar, with only around three rainy days. June warms to 27°C before the real heat arrives.
July and August are the hottest months, with highs of 31°C and nights that stay around 23 to 24°C. They are also very dry. The wettest spells are, perhaps surprisingly, May, with about 68 mm over nine days, and September, with about 51 mm. October can also bring the odd heavy shower.
Winter is mild, with highs of 17 to 18°C from December to February and lows near 9°C. That makes a winter-sun week realistic, though not beach weather for most.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18°C | 9°C | 11 mm | 9 h |
| Feb | 17°C | 9°C | 13 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 21°C | 11°C | 14 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 22°C | 13°C | 11 mm | 11 h |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 68 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 20°C | 29 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 31°C | 23°C | 4 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 24°C | 10 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 28°C | 20°C | 51 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 26°C | 17°C | 45 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 22°C | 14°C | 11 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 18°C | 9°C | 14 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
Alicante airport (ALC) is the closest, about 22 miles away or roughly 31 minutes by car. Murcia airport (RMU) is about 27 miles and around 38 minutes away. Both have direct flights from the United Kingdom, so you can pick whichever has the better timetable from your local airport. Valencia (VLC) also has direct UK flights but is about 105 miles off, close to two and a half hours' drive.
If you are bringing your own car, the drive from Calais takes roughly 21 hours, so plan on overnight stops. The nearest ferry port is Dénia, about 74 miles north, with sailings to Ibiza, Formentera and Palma if you fancy adding an island leg.
By air
- Alicante (ALC)22 miles, about 31 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)27 miles, about 38 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)105 miles, about 2 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 21 h 2 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Dénia (74 miles).
Torrevieja is good for
Around Torrevieja
Easy Trips Along the Coast
Several towns lie within a short drive. Ciudad Quesada is about 6 miles away, and Guardamar del Segura and Rojales are each around 8 miles. Heading south over the border into Murcia, San Pedro del Pinatar is about 12 miles away and San Javier about 15.
Inland, Callosa de Segura is around 15 miles away and Redován about 16. Back on the coast to the north, Santa Pola is roughly 16 miles from Torrevieja.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Notes Before You Go
July and August highs of 31°C, with warm nights, mean that town walks and museum visits are best done early or late in the day, especially with children.
If you are travelling in May or September, pack a light waterproof. These are the town's wettest months, with around nine rainy days each.
With more than 80,000 residents, Torrevieja is a working town all year round rather than a summer-only resort. That is reassuring if you are coming in March, November or the depths of winter.
Questions people ask
Which airport is closest to Torrevieja?
Alicante (ALC) is the closest, about 22 miles away or around 31 minutes by car. Murcia (RMU) is the next nearest, at about 27 miles and 38 minutes. Both have direct flights from the United Kingdom.
Is Torrevieja good for a family holiday?
Yes. Its main sights suit families, including the Delfín submarine museum and the Museo del Mar y de la Sal, both under half a mile from the centre. Playa del Cura and Playa de Los Naufragos are town beaches within about 0.6 miles.
How hot does Torrevieja get in summer?
July and August are the hottest months, with average highs of 31°C and lows of 23 to 24°C. They are also the driest, with only two or three rainy days a month.
Is Torrevieja warm enough in winter?
Winters are mild rather than hot. Highs are around 17 to 18°C from December to February, with lows near 9°C and very little rain. That suits walking and sightseeing more than sunbathing.
What is the best month to visit Torrevieja?
March, April, June, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions. Spring and November highs sit around 21 to 22°C, while June reaches 27°C. May and September tend to be the wettest months.
Can I drive to Torrevieja from the UK?
Yes. The drive from Calais takes roughly 21 hours, so most people break it with overnight stops. Once there, Dénia port, about 74 miles away, has ferries to Ibiza, Formentera and Palma.