There are many opportunities for Torrevieja sightseeing. In addition to enjoying the sun and a little golf, there is plenty to do here. There are museums, nature attractions and a variety of festivals all year long. This city holds festivals in every season. No matter when you visit, you will find something to enjoy.

Torrevieja is located about thirty kilometres south east of Alicante. It is on the southern tip of the Costa Blanca. The city was originally a salt mining and fishing village. Now it is also a popular tourist attraction. There are many people from Britain, Germany and Scandinavia buying second homes in this area.

One reason for the popularity is the beautiful weather all year long. While summer is the most popular time for tourists, the weather is beautiful all year long. You can enjoy the outdoors or golf vacations in any season. The city is located between the sea and two salt lakes. The salt baths are warm enough to be enjoyed during much of the year.

Museums for Torrevieja Sightseeing

The Museum of Sea and Salt shows the roots of Torrevieja and the importance of the salt industry. Here you will see a variety of crafts made with salt. There are model boats and a model of a Torrevieja sailing ship. You can tour the inside and outside of a submarine as well. There are a variety of photographs and archaeological finds on display at this museum.

The Holy Week Museum of Tomas Valcarcel was created in 1992. It is open every day of the week except Sunday. It is also closed during the week proceeding the Easter holiday. This museum shows the heritage of passion processions in the city. You will see statues, sculptures, paintings and embroidery around this theme. The museum was named for a local artist.

The Ricardo Lafuente Museum is a Habaneras museum. It is named after a prolific writer of Habaneras music. He is also the writer of the Torrevieja anthem. You will see hundreds of compositions in the museum. In addition, the museum is home to a variety of photographs, recordings and other objects about both this artist and the history of Habaneras music.

The Nature Park of the Lagoons of La Mata and Torrevieja is not a museum, but is a popular attraction. The area is made up of wetlands. This is like an outdoor museum for botanical lovers. There are over 100 species of birds here as well as reptile and amphibian species. Vegetation around the lagoons is abundant. Nature lovers won't want to miss this attraction.

Festivals for Torrevieja Sightseeing

Torrevieja is home to a variety of festivals. There is a festival in almost every month of the year. Visit this city in any season and there will be a few festivals for you to enjoy. In the winter, the city is home to the Festival of the Patron Saint and Christmas festivals in December. In January, there is the Procession of the Three Kings and the New Year's Festival.

There are festivals in the Spring as well. In April there are a variety of Easter processions, festivals and celebrations. The May Fair is held in May. This is one of the most important festivals held along the Mediterranean coast. Preparations for this festival begin in March and it always attracts a crowd.

Summer is the busiest season for visiting this city. There are several festivals held in summer, including one in August in honor of tourists. The San Juan bonfires in June are very popular. In July, there are a few festivals including the Seafarer's festivals. Also in this month is the Habaneras festival. This celebrates a popular form of music.

Festivals continue into autumn in this city. In September the Festival of Vendimia in La Mata and the El Pilar festival in October are popular with locals and remaining tourists. November has Halloween and the festival of All Saints, which is an important holy day.