Peñíscola, Spain

Peñíscola

A walled old town and castle on a rocky peninsula above the Mediterranean.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Peñíscola

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk up through the old town to the castle of Papa Luna.
  2. AfternoonSwim at the long beach north of the peninsula.
  3. EveningWalk the sea walls at sunset.

Day 2

Hike the coastal path in the Serra d'Irta nature park.

What to eat

Arroz a banda, rice cooked in fish stock.

Local tips

Make the most of Peñíscola

Beat the crowds

July and August are very busy. Spring and autumn are calm and still warm.

Best photo spot

The castle and walled old town on their rocky peninsula at sunset, from the long beach to the north.

Getting there

Buses run from Castellón and from Benicarló station, about 15 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

The Serra d'Irta natural park, with a coastal path and quiet coves.

Good to know

The castle was home to Pope Luna, a rival pope in the Middle Ages. Parts of Game of Thrones were filmed in the old town.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Peñíscola

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Plan your visit

Getting to Peñíscola

Getting there

  • Castellón Airport (CDT)30 km away
  • Reus Airport (REU)110 km away
  • Tarragona110 km away
  • Valencia120 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 timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Peñíscola: good to know

Is Peñíscola worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and historic old towns. A walled old town and castle on a rocky peninsula above the Mediterranean.

How many days do you need in Peñíscola?

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

When is the best time to visit Peñíscola?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. July and August are very busy. Spring and autumn are calm and still warm.

How do you get to Peñíscola?

The nearest airport is Castellón Airport (CDT), about 30 km away. Buses run from Castellón and from Benicarló station, about 15 minutes.

What is there to see near Peñíscola?

Nearby hidden places include Tarragona (110 km), Valencia (119 km) and Teruel (128 km).

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