Albufera Natural Park, Spain

Albufera Natural Park

A freshwater lagoon among rice fields, the birthplace of paella.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Albufera Natural Park

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the nature trails and boardwalks around the lagoon's reed beds.
  2. AfternoonVisit the fishing village of El Palmar, where paella was born.
  3. EveningTake a flat-bottomed boat trip on the lagoon at sunset.

Day 2

Spend a day in Valencia, 20 minutes away.

What to eat

Paella valenciana and all i pebre, an eel and garlic stew.

Local tips

Make the most of Albufera Natural Park

Beat the crowds

Weekends are busy at sunset. Weekdays are calm.

Best photo spot

Sunset over the lagoon from a traditional wooden boat.

Getting there

Buses run from Valencia to El Palmar, about 30 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

Valencia and the beaches of El Saler.

Good to know

El Palmar is the place to try real Valencian paella. Boat trips leave from the village jetties.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Albufera Natural Park

Getting there

  • Valencia Airport (VLC)20 km away
  • Alicante Airport (ALC)120 km away
  • Valencia15 km away
  • Alicante110 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Albufera Natural Park: good to know

Is Albufera Natural Park worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and food. A freshwater lagoon among rice fields, the birthplace of paella.

How many days do you need in Albufera Natural Park?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Albufera Natural Park?

You can visit all year. Weekends are busy at sunset. Weekdays are calm.

How do you get to Albufera Natural Park?

The nearest airport is Valencia Airport (VLC), about 20 km away. Buses run from Valencia to El Palmar, about 30 minutes.

What is there to see near Albufera Natural Park?

Nearby hidden places include Valencia (15 km), Alicante (110 km) and Teruel (130 km).

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