Gandia

A little north of the Costa Blanca, Gandia is the second biggest city in the province of Valencia where you’ll find some of the region’s best beaches, a historical heart and superb amenities.

The perfect mid-point between city life and Mediterranean relaxation, Gandia is just beyond the reach of most foreign tourists and offers a distinctly Valencian way of life.

While many of the coastal towns and cities of the Costa Blanca feel as though they’ve had the pleasures (and pressures) of international tourism thrust upon them, in Gandia you’ll find a city that has long learned to balance the needs of all its residents. The distinct playa area on the coast is where you’ll find the liveliest bars and restaurants, while the town, several kilometres inland, is fantastic for shopping, strolling along the boulevard or relaxing in one of the parks.

Gandia rose to fame and fortune under the notorious Borgia family, although it is their repentant Jesuit descendent, Saint Francisco de Borgia, who you will find celebrated here today. This is a town packed full of Spanish history, with Gothic architectural wonders including the Ducal Palace and church of Santa Maria. You’ll be able to enjoy culinary delights like fideuà, a unique paella dish made from noodles, walks in the surrounding mountains and of course gorgeous Blue Flag beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see.