Jávea (Xàbia)
TownJávea — Xàbia in Valencian — is one of the most beautiful corners of the northern Costa Blanca: a whitewashed old town set back from the sea, a working fishing port, the long sandy Arenal beach and the dramatic coves and cliffs beneath the Montgó massif.
Why visit Jávea
Jávea divides naturally into three: the historic old town (el Poble) inland, the Port district by the marina, and the Arenal seafront with its restaurants and palm-lined promenade. Between them lie some of the Costa Blanca’s finest coves and viewpoints, all within a few minutes’ drive.
El Poble
Narrow streets of pale Tosca stone, the fortified Sant Bartomeu church and a lively market — the historic heart, set back from the coast.
Platja de l’Arenal
Jávea’s main sandy beach, gently shelving and family-friendly, backed by a promenade of bars and seafood restaurants.
Cala Granadella
A pebble cove of turquoise water framed by pine-clad cliffs — regularly named among Spain’s best beaches, perfect for snorkelling.
Montgó Natural Park
The 753 m massif looming over the town, with marked trails, rare flora and sweeping views over to Dénia and the sea.
Cap de la Nau & Cap de Sant Antoni
Two headlands bracketing the coast, with lighthouses, cliff-top miradors and some of the best sunrise views on the Costa Blanca.
The fishing port
Still a working harbour, with an evening fish auction, a small church and waterfront terraces for fresh local catch.
Practical information
- Getting there: about 1h 20m by car from Alicante airport (ALC) and 1h 30m from Valencia (VLC), via the AP-7 motorway.
- Best time to visit: May–June and September for warm sea and quieter beaches; July–August are busiest.
- Getting around: a car is useful to move between old town, port and the coves; local buses link the three centres in summer.
- Don’t miss: sunset from Cap de Sant Antoni and a swim at Cala Granadella early in the day before the crowds.
Explore more of the Costa Blanca
Jávea is one of 39 destinations on the CostaMap interactive map — browse beaches, villages, castles and viewpoints across the whole coast.
