Visitor and Tourist Information Guide to Calpe on the Costa Blanca in Spain.
Find Calpe Beaches, Markets & Rastros and Local Attractions including museums, historic towns & walking routes.
Discover Calpe Old Town through a self-guided walking route connecting its historic walls, Torreó de la Peça, churches, museums, murals and colourful streets. The route includes the well-known Spanish flag steps on Calle Puchalt, Plaça dels Mariners and an optional viewpoint extension. Allow around 60–90 minutes for the main walk or longer if you plan to visit museums, stop for photographs or enjoy food in the historic centre.
If you are looking for things to do with the family in Calpe, take a visit to FAMILY PARK. Open every day at 18:30, FAMILY PARK is an amusement park offering fairground rides for all the family. Find the park at Av de los Ejércitos Españoles (next to the Salinas).
Climbing the Peñón de Ifach requires a free individual reservation for the official Red Route. The walk begins relatively gently, but conditions change after the tunnel, where polished rock, steep sections and exposed paths make the route considerably more difficult. This practical guide explains how to reserve, what footwear to wear, rules for children and dogs, parking, weather warnings and easier alternatives if the summit route is unsuitable or fully booked.
Need an NIE while living, working or buying property in Calpe? This practical guide explains what a Spanish NIE number is, when you may need one and how to apply. It covers appointments, the EX-15 application form, the 790-012 fee, supporting documents, applications from outside Spain and the important differences between an NIE, residency, a TIE and the padrón.
Although known as the Queen's Baths, this feature of the history of Calpe was in fact an ancient fish farm. Enjoy a complex of pools built in the 4th century with natural access to the sea - they were used for farming fish for consumption by the local people of Calpe.
Find information about transfers from Alicante Airport including private taxi transfers and low cost, affordable shuttles to Calpe, Moraira, Javea, Altea & Denia.
Choosing where to live or stay in Calpe depends on more than finding the closest beach. The town centre and Arenal-Bol offer everyday convenience, La Fossa provides a lively beachfront setting, while Maryvilla and Calpe’s inland urbanisations offer villas, privacy and views—but greater reliance on a car. This guide compares Calpe’s principal areas for permanent residents, property buyers and holidaymakers, including their atmosphere, housing, accessibility and important drawbacks.
Beniconnect transfers offers reliable private airport taxi transfers from Alicante Airport to Calpe, Javea, Moraira, Altea, Denia, Valencia & across the Costa Blanca.
We have chosen this fantastic list of Things to do in Calpe, Spain - including the Peñon d'Ifach / Calpe Rock, Calpe's stunning beaches, Las Salinas / Salt Flats, Family Park, Club Hipico Calpe, Los Baños de Reina (the Queen’s Baths), Calpe Harbour & Fish Market, Olas de Zen Wellness Studio & Surf Shop, Calpe Old Town Museums and Galeria Café Casino.
The Salinas - Salt Flats are an interesting spot close to the Penon de Ifach. The Salinas de Calpe offer a unique natural environment that attracts various bird species including flamingos, especially during migration seasons, making it a good spot for birdwatching. Las Salinas de Calpe offers a special blend of natural beauty & wildlife making it a must-visit spot for anyone traveling to Calpe.
Visit this page for details of how to book your visit to The Peñon d'Ifach / Calpe Rock - one of the most famous sights along the Costa Blanca coastline and also a protected Natural Park. If you are looking to climb Calpe Rock, you need to book an appointment on the official website.
Find out where to park in Calpe when visiting Arenal-Bol Beach, La Fossa Beach, the Old Town, port, Peñón de Ifach and Saturday market. This practical Calpe parking guide covers regulated blue and orange zones, accessible spaces, fiesta restrictions and what drivers should expect during busy July and August. It also includes Google Maps links and advice on checking current signs, charges and seasonal parking rules.
Calp TRAM station connects the town with a regular timetable and routes from Calpe to Benidorm, Altea, Dénia and other destinations on Line 9, with an interchange for Alicante. The important thing for visitors to know is that the station is inland, around three to six kilometres from Calpe’s Old Town, beaches and port. Local buses L1 and L2 connect the station with central and coastal areas, while a taxi is often the easiest option with luggage. Check the official timetable, service notices and last return journey before travelling.
Arenal-Bol is Calpe’s central sandy beach, offering calm Mediterranean water, a long seafront promenade and convenient access to restaurants, cafés, shops and accommodation. This practical guide covers its seasonal lifeguard service, accessible bathing point, toilets, footwashing stations, parking, public transport and what families should know before visiting during the busy summer season.
Calpe is at its liveliest during July and August, with warm Mediterranean water, busy beaches, outdoor events and restaurants operating at full pace. It is also the hottest, noisiest and most crowded part of the year. This honest summer guide explains what visitors should expect from the beaches, parking, restaurants, fiestas, transport and Peñón de Ifach, with practical advice for enjoying Calpe during its busiest season.
Hiking to the top of the Peñón de Ifach is an unforgettable experience that combines physical challenge with the beauty of nature. The views from the summit are spectacular and well worth the effort. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a casual walker, this hike offers a unique perspective on the stunning landscape of Calpe and its coastline.
A visit to Calpe Port and Marina should be high up on your list of places to visit in Calpe. Enjoy a relaxing stroll around the fishing harbour, visit the fish market and auction, a walk at the foot of Calpe Rock, sunbathe on the beach, shop at the local market stalls, and enjoy the best choice of Seafood restaurants in Calpe.
Calpe’s out-of-hours pharmacy service operates through a rotating farmacia de guardia system. The pharmacy covering tonight may be different from the one that operated yesterday, and some overnight services are provided by telephone or through a night window rather than an open shop. Check the official Alicante rota for the correct date, call the listed pharmacy when a telephone number is provided and take your prescription, identification and medicine details. For serious or life-threatening symptoms, call 112 instead.
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