What to do in Santa Pola
THE BEST BEACHES, THE BEST RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS IN SANTA POLA
We leave you a selection of the best restaurants, places to go out, museums, leisure sites... The best of the best! If you are looking for what to do in Santa Pola you have come to the right place.
What to do in Santa Pola?: Complete guide
If you are wondering what to do in Santa Pola, You are in the right place. This charming coastal destination offers a wide range of activities to suit all tastes. From its stunning golden sand beaches to its vibrant marine life, Santa Pola is ideal to enjoy the sun and the sea.
For sports lovers, Santa Pola offers various options, like windsurfing, kitesurfing and snorkeling in its crystal clear waters. If you prefer quieter activities, you can explore the Natural Park of the Salinas de Santa Pola, a refuge for migratory birds and a perfect place for family walks.
The rich history of Santa Pola is reflected in its Castle-Fortress, where you can learn about the region's past. Besides, The Municipal Aquarium is a must-see, especially for the little ones, who will enjoy discovering the local marine life.
Don't forget to stroll around the port and taste the delicious local cuisine in the nearby restaurants. Fresh seafood and fish are the star of Santapolera cuisine..
In summary, If you are looking for what to do in Santa Pola, you will find a perfect mix of adventure, nature and history. Don't wait any longer and come discover everything this wonderful place has to offer!!
restaurants & Drinks
The salt
Paella Specialty
Located on the new Adolfo Suárez promenade in Santa Pola with views of the port and they have a menu with appetizers and paella for around €20 on average. Highly recommended.
At Barca
Paellas and Tapas
On the seafront, next to Burger King and the tabarqueras this restaurant has all kinds of food, from paellas, tapas, fish, carnes...
The Curros
Special Paellas
Completely renovated, this restaurant is on Levante Beach, next to the sand. A place with impressive views of the sea.
Vintage
Precio: Alto
Inside the Santa Pola yacht club, this restaurant is one of the best. paellas, fish, shellfish. If you want to give yourself a tribute, you have to try it. You will love its fantastic views of the port.
Batiste
Precio: Alto
A classic from Santa Pola, more of 50 years offering very high quality products. Paella Specialists, fish, seafood and also with private parking. A highly recommended place on the seafront.
the zero
Precio: Low
The restaurant of those of us who live in Santa Pola. This tapas bar has a quality ratio / amazing price!. You have to try the salad and the baked octopus on a potato base. 😋
COLLECTING
Precio: Half
This place is especially beautiful at night., with views of the port. you can drink vermouth, cocktails, pizzas, carnes… a trendy place in Santa Pola to go out at night and have a great time. recommended!
Aires
Precio: Half
You like hamburguers? Do you come with children and fancy a hamburger?? These burgers are very good. The typical smashes, with many varieties and that will enchant. try them! 🍔
St. James
Precio: Half
do you want to drink something? 🍺 This bar on the seafront has a large terrace and on weekends they always have live music ( in summer every day) with a very good and family atmosphere.
Tabarca Island - Sunny day, Snorkel and Cauldron
Information Tabarca
Info also in English 🇬🇧
Here you have the tourism page about the Island of Tabarca, a place that if you are in Santa Pola you have to try to visit. To spend the day.
Rte. - don jeronimo
Precio: Half
The typical dish of Tabarca is the Caldero. A stew that has always been made with fish and then paella is served with this broth.
Museums & Culture
Museum of mar
Fortaleza (C/ Sacramento,11)
With headquarters in the Castle-Fortress, The Sea Museum is the place where the memory of this fishing town is preserved.
Fishing boat
(Constitution Plaza - next to the port
The most relevant fishing gear in the municipality is shown, what is trawling. What was life on board and life on land like?.
Aquarium
(Plaza de Fernandez Ordoñez, s/n)
It has an extension of 707 m2 and 9 large aquariums, where a great variety of Mediterranean species are shown.
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Located on the shores of the Mediterranean, Santa Pola is the ideal starting point to explore the hidden wonders of the Alicante province. Its beaches are synonymous with relaxation, marine life and family moments.
Some of them include Playa Lisa, Tamarit beach, Pinet beach, La Gola Beach and Ermita Beach.
Near this last beach, you will find one of the most important places in the town: the Spider Cave. In this cave, remains and objects belonging to inhabitants who lived between the years 2500 y 3000 a.C., as well as an outstanding cave painting that represents a red horse.
just 20 minutes from Santa Pola is the Island of Tabarca, the only inhabited island in the Valencian Community. A perfect place to spend a day with the family or relax sunbathing, enjoying its beaches and snorkeling in its crystal clear waters.
Do not miss it!