Villena, Valencia
Provincia de Alicante · Valencia · Spain · 35,222 residents
Atalaya Castle
Cabezo Redondo
Museo de Villena (MUVI)
Bullring of Villena
Museo Escultor Navarro SantaféVillena is a town in Provincia de Alicante, Valencia, Spain, home to around 35,222 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Atalaya Castle and Cabezo Redondo. The nearest airport is Alicante (ALC), about 42 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Atalaya Castle, Cabezo Redondo and Museo de Villena (MUVI).
- Best weather from April to June and September to October: daytime highs between 23°C and 28°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Alicante (ALC) is 30 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Villena
Ranked by how well known they are.
1castle- 2archaeological site
- 3museum
Museo de Villena (MUVI)
In the centre · Photo
- 4amphitheatre
- 5museum
Museo Escultor Navarro Santafé
In the centre · Photo
6protected area
7castle
8palace
9museumMuseo del Botijo de Villena
In the centre · Photo
Peñón de la Zorra
archaeological site · 3 miles from the centre
Arenal de la Virgen
archaeological site · 4 miles from the centre
Barranco Tuerto
archaeological site · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in Villena
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Villena can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Villena are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Villena and the villages around it is a hire car from Alicante (ALC), about 42 min away.
Best time to visit Villena
April to June and September to October: daytime highs between 23°C and 28°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan9 mm
- 15°CFeb18 mm
- 20°CMar16 mm
- 23°CApr8 mm
- 24°CMay43 mm
- 28°CJun40 mm
- 35°CJul3 mm
- 34°CAug14 mm
- 26°CSept41 mm
- 24°COct34 mm
- 19°CNov2 mm
- 15°CDec4 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 4°C | 9 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 4°C | 18 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 7°C | 16 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 23°C | 9°C | 8 mm | 12 h |
| May | 24°C | 12°C | 43 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 16°C | 40 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 35°C | 20°C | 3 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 34°C | 20°C | 14 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 26°C | 15°C | 41 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 24°C | 13°C | 34 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 19°C | 9°C | 2 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 3°C | 4 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)30 miles, about 42 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Murcia (RMU)60 miles, about 1 h 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)62 miles, about 1 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 20 h 1 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Dénia (55 miles), Valencia (63 miles).
Villena is good for
Around Villena
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Villena worth visiting?
Yes. Villena is known for Atalaya Castle, Cabezo Redondo and Museo de Villena (MUVI). It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Villena?
April to June and September to October, with daytime highs between 23°C and 28°C with little rain.
How do I get to Villena from the UK?
Fly to Alicante (ALC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 42 min by road. Murcia (RMU) is an alternative, 60 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 20 h 1 min.
Is Villena good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Villena?
Alicante (29 miles), Santa Pola (35 miles), Villajoyosa (35 miles) and El Campello (29 miles) are all within an hour or so.