Blanca Cars are a leading car hire business serving Alicante to Benidorm to Valencia and everywhere in between – in this blogpost, they share the top 12 daytrips from Benidorm as told by thousands of customers.  

Every year thousands of people of all ages travel to the town of Benidorm to visit its beaches, soak up the Spanish sun and enjoy the bustling nightlife. 

However there are many other adventures to be had at just a short distance from Benidorm. From a refreshing dip in cool spring water, to an action-packed theme park to cultural highlights on the Costa Blanca, below you’ll find the top 12 daytrips from Benidorm by car.

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1. Les Fonts d’Algar

Les Fonts d’Algar is located just 15 km from Benidorm towards the centre of Callosa d’en Sarrià. Here you’ll find stunning, natural pools of fresh spring water to swim in and magnificent waterfalls to bathe beneath. It really is a location where you need your camera (with waterproof protection) for those Instagram feeds!

The entrance price varies depending on when you plan to visit, but in high season you will find adult tickets are 5€ and children’s tickets are 2€.

Unfortunately Les Fonts d’ Algar is not wheelchair accessible and people with walking difficulties will not be able to access most parts of the Algar Waterfalls due to the number of steps.

Official website: https://lasfuentesdelalgar.com/en/info-general/

Les Fonts del Algar is the most refreshing and most popular of the daytrips from Benidorm below.

2. El Castell de Guadalest (The Castle of Guadalest)

Not far from the beautiful Fonts d’Algar you’ll find the medieval town of El Castell de Guadalest. 

Guadalest is well known as one of the most beautiful towns in Spain. Once you visit this quirky little pueblo with views to sell-your-house-and-move-in for you’ll see why.

There are plenty of museums to visit in Guadalest, such as The Dolls House Museum, The Historical Vehicle Museum, The Medieval Historical Museum and The Microminiatures Museum. These are fantastic if you’re bringing little ones along. The entry price for each museum differs but in each case it won’t be more than a few euros, with children often entering for free. 

The San Jose castle that tops Guadalest was built in the 11th century and thanks to its strategic location it played a very important role throughout the Middle and Modern Ages – including during Moorish times. 

For those with an appetite for adventure there are some excellent hiking routes around the mountains surrounding the beautiful reservoir. These routes can be found on the website link below.

Official website: https://guadalest.es/

With stunning views, souvenir shops and fine restaurants, Guadalest is a huge tourist draw in the hills behind Benidorm.

3. Terramitica

Just 10 minutes from the centre of Benidorm, Terra Mitica is a theme park that has something for all the family.

From classic rides like roller coasters to sword fights acted out in the Circus Maximus, you can be sure of a thrilling day out whether you are 8 or 80.

The theme park opens in June this 2022 and ticket prices vary depending on the time of year you visit. Information on ticket prices and opening times can be found below.

Official website: https://www.terramiticapark.com/

Daytrips from Benidorm would not be complete without a trip to Terra Mitica.

4. Aqualandia

What better to do on a hot summer’s day than cool off in one of Spain’s most famous waterparks!? 

Only 10 minutes by car from the centre of Benidorm, Aqualandia offers water rides for all ages. Set in a beautiful natural location you can choose to relax in the Grand Jacuzzi or take on one of the more extreme rides such as Verti-Go – the highest waterpark slide in Europe and tallest slide-capsule in the world! 

The park opens in June and ticket prices start from 26€ per person.

Official website: https://www.aqualandia.net/en/the-park/

Aqualandia is part of the same group as Terra Mitica, and you can often get tickets for both.

5. Rio Safari Elche

If you find yourself in need of a day off from the beach, the Rio Safari Elche could be your perfect family-friendly solution. 

The Rio Safari Elche park is a 50 minute drive from Benidorm into the town of Elche. With hundreds of animals from all corners of the world to meet, daily demonstrations, restaurants and karting there is something for everyone. The park is also wheelchair accessible. 

Adult tickets are 22.50€ whilst children’s tickets are 17€.

Official website: https://riosafari.com/en/visitor-info/

The Rio Safari Elche is one of the best daytrips from Benidorm for young children.

6. Magic Robinhood Dinner Show

Travel back in time to Nottingham Castle and witness sword fights on horseback, jousting, a damsel in distress and many other daring feats, all while eating a feast fit for a medieval banquet! 

The Magic Robinhood Dinner Show is a 10 minute trip by car from the centre of Benidorm. 

Tickets start from 32€ per person.

Official website: https://en.desafiomedieval.com/

For an event you won’t forget, visit the Magic Robinhood Dinner Show.

7. Terra Natura

Whether you like elephants, rhinos, exotic birds or reptiles, there is something for everyone in the exciting Terra Natura and Aqua Natura parks. 

Many Spanish and English television producers have chosen Terra Natura to film scenes for their productions, because of this beautiful location just 10 minutes from Benidorm. 

Tickets for adults are 34€ and tickets for children are 28€ if purchasing them at the zoo. By booking online you may find that a discount will be applied.

Official website: https://benidorm.terranatura.com/en/

Who know that daytrips from Benidorm included a trip to see the elephants?!

8. Aqua Natura

Nestled next door to Terra Natura is the waterpark Aqua Natura. 

Children can enjoy themselves in Mermaid School and Adventure Island while adults can test their nerves of steel on the vertigo-inducing Kamikaze water slide. There are also educational demonstrations by the sea lions Roland and Petra.

Tickets for adults are 34€ and tickets for children are 28€ if purchasing them from the waterpark. By booking online you may find that a discount will be applied.

Official website: https://benidorm.terranatura.com/en/

After a long, hot day in the sun why not cool off at Aqua Natura?

9. Bodegas Xaló

In the small town of Xaló (Jalon) you will find one of the oldest wineries on the Costa Blanca. 

Bodegas Xaló is a cooperative-run winery where you will find enthusiastic English-speaking guides who are more than happy to show you the winemaking process from vine to bottle, which gives an excellent excuse to sample the local produce. 

Make sure you have a designated driver for this 30-minute drive north from Benidorm! Tickets are 12€ per person.

Official website: https://bodegasxalo.com/en/

Daytrips from Benidorm include cultural highlights like the local wines at Bodegas Xalo.

10. Mundomar

Mundomar is an animal park just 10 minutes from the centre of Benidorm. 

The park contains many different species of mammals, birds and reptiles, and is a great day out for adults and children alike. 

Ticket prices start at 21€ per person.

Official website: https://www.mundomar.es/en/

You can see stunning dolphin shows all summer at Mundomar.

11. Karting Finestrat

For those adrenaline junkies who like fast and furious action, Karting Finestrat will fulfil your need for speed! 

With a large asphalt track measuring 1 kilometre long and 10 metres wide you can take psrt in endurance races, group races or simply racing against your family. 

Karting Finestrat is a 20 minute drive from Benidorm. 

Ticket prices depend on the type of kart you rent and duration of the race.

Official website: https://kartingfinestrat.com/

For a thrilling daytrip from Benidorm, try the Karting Finestrat.