Torrevieja Old Town

Location of the old town of Torrevieja

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Torrevieja Centro is opposite the beaches on one side and the marina on the other. Most of the time you can witness jet skiing, parasailing and many nautical activities on Torrevieja's promenade. This is one of the few coastal areas in Spain (along with Benidorm) where you can find modern amenities in the city centre together with a Mediterranean resort lifestyle. It is not uncommon to see the night bars frequented by both executives and families in relaxed beachwear.

The city's main square, right in the heart of the centre, is called the Constitution Square. This charming square is flanked by a beautiful park, the Parque de las Naciones on one side and a large church on the other. The bustling Centro is home to many of Torrevieja's museums, historical monuments, parks and water parks.

Parks in Torrevieja

Local Parks

• Doña Sinforosa Park

• Park of the Nations

Points of interest

• Cultural Society Casino of Torrevieja

• Sea and Salt Museum

• Submarine S-61 - Floating Museums

• Rampaina Mill

Water parks

• Aquopolis Torrevieja

• La Bocana Water Sports Centre

Beaches

The local beaches of Torrevieja have the European Blue Flag and excellent facilities. One of these beaches, Playa del Cura is right in front of the town centre. Two long breakwaters protect the beach from the open sea, resulting in gentle, low waves. This makes it safe for small children to have fun and for adults to have a quiet swim. Just behind the beach is a large esplanade called the Avenida de Los Marineros. This palm tree lined promenade has numerous restaurants, cafes, ice cream parlours and bars.

The old town is also in close proximity to many coves, beaches and salt pools such as:

• Punta Carral O Margalla

• Natural Swimming Pools

• Artificial Pools

Nightlife

There are a variety of cosmopolitan entertainment and nightlife venues, including pubs, karaoke bars and nightclubs. These cater to a diverse range of tastes and age groups. Some of the most popular clubs and pubs in the Centre include:

• Velice Discotheque

• Ultra Skandinavisk Bar & Nattklubb

• Genius

• Noisse Discotheque

• Ratto-Talli

Establishments in Torrevieja centre

There are large and convenient shopping centres, smaller independent shops, commercial businesses, offices, medical centres and schools. The city centre is also home to one of Spain's largest street markets every Friday morning, where almost 1200 stalls display their wares. You can find many unique and interesting offerings, from clothing and textiles to food and accessories.

Shopping centres

• Habaneras Shopping Centre

• Torrevieja Shopping Centre

• Torremarina Shopping Centre

• La Zenia

• Scandic Centre

Nearby schools

• Mediterráneo Secondary School

• El Acequión Public School

• Maestro Gratiniano Baches Nursery School

Medical centres

• J.M. Paz Fajardo International Medical Centre

• Torrevieja II El Acequión Health Centre

• Crece Torrevieja Centre

• La Loma Health Centre

• Mutua Universal Torrevieja

Sports centres and gyms

• Torrevieja Sports City

• Torrevieja Sports Centre

• Torre Force Gym, Yoga, Muay Thai

• IBERGYM

• Ironfan Gym

Getting in and travelling

The city centre is 44 kilometres from the airport of El Altet (Alicante) and 32 kilometres from the international airport of the Region of Murcia (Murcia). The motorway provides easy access to both Alicante and Murcia.

The city centre is not large, which means that most places are easy to reach on foot. Hire cars and taxis are also plentiful. The Costa Azul is served by bus lines connecting the most important parts of the city with the city centre and vice versa. Bus travel is free for residents who have the Tarjeta Ciudadano, i.e. Citizen Card.