Summer activities
There’s no better time to visit Javea than in summer and there’s lots to do!
Javea seems to wake up and flourish from end of may through to end of September and fabulous weather brings lots of outdoor sport and leisure activities with it and lots of things to do in Javea in summer.
Playa Arenal
The only sandy beach in Javea, it’s lined with a great choice of bars and restaurants with a wide choice of cuisine to fit any budget.
You can hire sunbeds and shades and make camp for the day. You can even hire a pedalo with slide or canoe and go off exploring or rent a jet-ski or small boat (with or without skipper). You can be guaranteed a fun filled day!
And if you’re there til late afternoon, you can browse the little market stalls that sell all sorts of artesian items ranging from jewellery, bags, art, gifts and trinkets.
Montañar I and II beaches
Are both rocky with crystal clear waters. Ideal for snorkelling and relaxing when you want to escape from the real world. As it’s one of the most natural parts of the Costa Blanca coastline.
If it gets too hot, you stroll over to where they erect ‘Chiringuitos’ which are summertime pop up bars offering food too.
Playa de la Grava
Is the stoney beach located in Javea Port area. Also with sunbed and shade hire, it also has some more traditional and funky bars and restaurants surrounding it.
Not to mention the summertime stalls selling an array of lovely things from clothes, books, art, jewellery and souvenirs.
Boat trips and hire
You can either hire a boat for the day, with or without a skipper or go on a boat trip.
Boat hire is available from Javea Port or the Canal de la Fontana, at the Arenal beach.
Large boats, offering different types of day trips can be arranged online or at the office of Mundo Marino in Javea Port.
Surfing, canoeing or padel surf
Can be arranged at different points at the Arenal, Montanar I or Granadella beaches.
There are also different companyies who offer equipment, transport and lessons by the hour or for the day – depending on your skill and stamina.
Quad and motorbikes
Hiring either can be for own transport purposes or you can join an excursion for a few hours or for the day and go off exploring striking scenery and wonderful views from around different areas of Javea.
Winter Activities in Javea
The close of summer brings cooler weather and different things to do in Javea, when it’s raining or not there is still something to do or go and see.
And if you want more, jump in the car to access lots more activities in other towns along the coast.
Walks & Hiking
Javea and its surrounding towns offer some of the most stunning walking and hiking routes ranging in difficulty and there are even walking trails for little ones.
Cinema
Javea Port has a lovely retro style and intimate cinema and throughout the year do showings of films in their original language. Even if you don’t catch a movie in your own tongue, why not go grab a popcorn and enjoy a one off experience?
Spa’s & beauty
There are two good spa’s in or near Javea and a great selection of beauticians and hairdressers.
So, if the weather is not permitting, treat yourself to a spa circuit either at the Rodat or Marriott Hotel (the Marriott is located along the Montgo, on the way to La Xara).
Shopping
A 12 minute drive up the road to Ondara Shopping Center is always a winner.
Lose yourself in a great selection of clothes and shoes shops or its food hall area. Again, you could even check out the latest movies!
Wine tour & tasting
Along the foothills of the Montgo, in a little village called Jesus Pobre is a delightful winery and cellar. Here you can embark on an interesting history lesson and insight to the wine making process and of course taste it!
You’ll be amazed to learn how the grapevines of today, grew from old strawberry fields of yesterday.