Shopping in Benidorm - No holiday to Benidorm is complete without a bit of shopping, and Benidorm as well as catering very well for its 70k plus residents is a shopper's paradise for tourists. Benidorm offers a variety of fantastic shopping experiences. find out where the most popular shopping areas are below.
Shopping in Benidorm Old Town
Many of the most popular shops in Benidorm can be found in the Avenida Martinez Alejos in the pedestrianised area of the Old Town, here you will find sports shops, clothing and shoe shops, jewellery and watch shops. When you need a break, stop in one of the many ice cream shops or grab a coffee and a cake, and enjoy people watching.
Calle Gambo - One of the most atmospheric shopping streets in the city centre, with modern clothing shops for adults and children, accessories, cosmetics and perfumes, you will also find many popular and recognisable brands at excellent prices.
More shops can be found along the Passaig de la Carretera which is a colourful street full of shops, bars and restaurants, here you will find shops selling leather goods (merca piel), also explore the shops around the Plaza Mayor.
Opening Hours - Shops in Benidorm Old Town are generally open from Monday to Saturday, with most closing on Sundays. Opening hours usually run from 10.00 to 14.00, when some close for siesta, then opening again later in the afternoon around 16.00 until late into the night with most closing around 22.30.
Mercadillo Municipal de Benidorm, Old Town
Large indoor market where you will find fresh produce, meats, marmalades and cakes. Location: Carrer del Mercat, 1.
The main areas for shopping in this area are Avenida del Mediterráneo which runs all the way from the old town to the new, along this road are various shops and Chinese Bazars, selling everything from stylish clothes and shoes to cute souvenirs, another nice area to wander is Levante beach front where there are several shops and of course lots of bars and restaurants, towards the old town this road is called Avinguida Alcoi which then leads into Avenida Madrid (the other side of Avd Europa) as you get closer to Benidorm new town.
Rincon de Loix
A very lively part of Benidorm, popular with UK tourists, here you will find supermarkets, shoe shops and Chinese Bazars and the popular Centro Comercial Mercaloix (Indoor Market) where there’s something for everyone: clothes, shoes, accessories, electronics, toys, jewellery, personalised gifts, books, local farm produce, money exchange booths, hairdressers, property rental agents and a few stands selling snacks and refreshments.
La Marina Shopping Centre - Avenida del Pais Valencia, 2, 03509 Finestrat
If you are looking for a great place to shop in Benidorm? Then look no further than the La Marina mall, just a few minute's drive from the town center. La Marina in Finestrat is the largest shopping centre in the Benidorm area and is popular with both Spaniards and visitors. Known as ‘Centro Comercial La Marina’ in Spanish.
La Marina Shopping Centre first opened on 14th September 2000 and consists of four floors: one underground floor offering completely free parking, two shopping floors and one leisure and food service floor.
La Marina shopping complex has more than 100 stores and restaurants, selling everything from clothing, shoes and jewellery to household products, children's’ toys and mobile phones. If you’re staying in the Benidorm area of Spain and love to shop, a trip to La Marina is a necessity. Find more information here..
Chinese Bazars
Chinese bazars/shops are dotted all over Benidorm, you will never be far away from one and they offer good value for money, if not always the best quality. In these shops you can buy all sorts of items such as sunglasses, beach towels, sun cream, swimming trunks, swimsuits, bikinis and general clothing, gifts and souvenirs, some of the larger shops will also have household items and electrical goods.
Chinese Bazars tend to be open longer hours than the normal shops, they will be open all day and do not close for red days (bank holidays)
Top Tip - always ask for a receipt, you will not be able to exchange items without one.
Shop sales in Spain
Summer sales - Generally run between the start of July until Mid September.
Mid Season Sales - Although not quite as big as the summer or winter sales, it's also worth checking out the mid-season sales which generally take place between March-June and September-November.
Black Friday - Always take place on the last Friday in November and can last a few days in some shopping centres.
Winter Sales - Generally start on 7th January and can last until mid February.
La Pueblo Market, New Town, situated near the Pueblo Hotel. Every Wednesday and Sunday from 08:00 to around 13:30
Situated in the New town on Avenida de L'Admirall Bernat de Sarria, this is a very popular market both for tourists and locals, it offers a great mix of Spanish goods, clothes, handbags, shoes, souvenirs, gifts and snacks.
Foietes Market, Old Town - Every Wednesday from 08.00 until 13.30.
Located behind the municipal Foietes sports centre and the Guillermo Amor Municipal Stadium where local football matches are played, with more than 240 food and textile stalls.
During July and August this market does change location and this page is always kept up to date with its current position.
One of the best Rastros in the Benidorm area is the El Cisne Rastro, (which in Spanish means the Swan) also known as El Cisne Antiguedades. Only 15 minutes outside Benidorm and near the towns of Alfaz del Pi, Albir and Altea, the El Cisne market is a wonderful place to spend a few hours, not just for the cheap shopping but for the food and entertainment too. Open, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 9:00 to 14:00. Find more detailed information HERE
Supermarkets in Benidorm
If you are self catering here in Benidorm then you will want to find your nearest supermarket even if its only for standard provisions such as bread and milk, but a walk around a Spanish supermarket checking out the different products can be an experience in itself.
Benidorm offers a vast variety of supermarkets from small local corner type shops to large supermarkets, if you need to know where your nearest is ask us on BeeSer
Listed below are some of the main supermarkets available in Benidorm.
Hypermarket Carrefour - Situated just in front of the La Marina Shopping Centre - If you are looking for a hypermarket then French owned Carrefour is the biggest in Benidorm and prices are quite reasonable, here you will find many British and English brands here.
Mercadona - Calle Invierno 11 and Carrer del Mercat 1
Consum - Calle Ibiza 15, Av del Mediterraneo0, Calle Virgen de la Almudena9 & Calle de Urano 3
Carefour Express - Av del Mediterraneo 43
UDACO - Various locations around town
Mas y Mas (Basic) - Av Ametlla de Mar 13, Carrer de Tomas Oturno 72, Calle Tordo 1
Mas y Mas Avd Severo Ochoa no 21
Supermacado Diaprix - Av Juan Fuster Zaragoza
LIDL- Av Dr Severo Ochoa, opposite the Flamingo Oasis Hotel
ALDI - Av Dr Severo Ochoa (next to camping El Raco)
Supermacado Veracruz - Av Madrid 23, Local G
Iceland Overseas - Av Dr Severo Ochoa 24
MedMarket - cash and carry but open to all - Avenida Comunidad Valenciana 57, Partida La Almafra, Benidorm
Family Holidays in Benidorm - A week in Benidorm with a 5 year old
Family holidays in Benidorm - It is often stated that Benidorm is not a suitable holiday resort for families, this could not be further from the truth. With Benidorm having something for any age, young or old, you can have what ever type of holiday you wish: you can party 24/7, have a relaxing break, enjoy the hotel facilities and beaches or explore the wonderful surrounding area and various theme parks. Basically if you can´t find what you are looking for in Benidorm, you are not looking in the right areas.
Having family here is always a good excuse to get out and about, and it was our 5 year old grandson's first visit.
Living here we do have a car, making it easier to get to places out of town, but public transport links are exceptionally good in this area and all the places listed below can be reached via tram,bus, taxi or on a organised day trip. or of course you could hire a car.
One week in Benidorm with a 5 year old, this is what we got up to:-
Day one - A trip to Dino Park and cactus gardens - Any small child will just love this place with its massive dinosaurs, it is also easily accessible for children in pushchairs, and the stunning cactus gardens and views of the surrounding mountains make this a day out that all the family will enjoy - Find more information on opening times and prices here.
A cool down at the Font de Favala, La Nucia - This is a wonderful small waterfall that we lovingly call poor mans Algar Falls, it is a lovely place for a child (and adults) to cool down, there is a small shallow pool at the base of the waterfall, perfect for a paddle, there is also a good cafe which serves a menu del dia, ice creams etc, and a small children´s play area and toilets. Parking is limited. Find more information on La Nucia here.
A visit to Guadalest, no trip to Benidorm is complete without a trip to the mountain top village of Guadalest, with its castle, stunning views and various museums. If you do not have a car and the bus is not suitable there are several organised trips to Guadalest. Find information here.
A night out in Altea - Altea has a fantastic promenade but the main attraction especially at night is the old town, with its famous cobbled streets and restaurants to suit every taste. If you go during the peak summer months then the main square is the place to be with balloon modellers and caricature artists, which children love. Easy access by tram, bus or taxi. Find more information here.
Day 2 - As we packed so much into day 1, day 2 was a more restful day on the beach. Benidorm itself has 5 beaches, most of which can be very busy during hight season and we as a family prefer somewhere slightly quieter so headed to the wonderful sandy beach of La Villa Joiosa.
Day 3 - A morning at the Caves - Cuevas de las Calaveras, Benidoleig. These are perfect for any age but especially young children as the walk way is easy with no steep steps, the caves are a wonderful opportunity to cool down in the heat of summer, or warm up during winter, parking is plentiful here and there is a great gift shop, cafe and children´s play area. If you do not have a car, there are organised excursions available - Find more information here.
After our visit to the caves we headed over to Calpe to enjoy and afternoon on the beach,
Day 4 - An afternoon at Aitana Safari, ALL children love animals and Safari Aitana is slightly different from a normal zoo, as you are in the comfort of your own car as you follow the guide around, you do however get up close and personal with various animals as you stop at different locations on the tour, getting out of your vehicles when told it is safe to do so to watch the animals feed and listen to an informative talk (in English and Spanish) about the different animals surrounding you. The safari itself lasts for approximately 2 hours.
Day 5 - An afternoon at Mundomar - Perfect for any age, but especially younger children as there is not too much walking. Sit and relax and enjoy the parrot, dolphin and sea lion shows, all included in the entry fee. Tip purchase the afternoon ticket as it works out considerably cheaper than a day ticket, and a full day would be too much for a young child.
Day 6 - A day on a different beach in Calpe and a wonderful pizza for lunch at one of the many child friendly seafront restaurants available
Day 7 - A morning in Benidorm Old town, any trip to Benidorm has to include some time in the old town and even a young child can enjoy the atmosphere here, our grandson certainly did..
There is only so much you can pack into one week and there are many more things to do in Benidorm itself for families, such as water parks, TerraNatura, TerraMitica, Mini Golf, Festilandia, bowling, boat trips, a night at Benidorm Palace not to mention plenty of live entertainment suitable for the whole family, so YES Benidorm is a more than suitable holiday destination for an enjoyable family holiday.
We are often asked where to go for afternoon tea in Benidorm, so here you will find some of the most popular places as recommended by our members. Feel free to vote for your favourites or add some ideas of your own.
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What is an Afternoon Tea? it is a tea-related ritual, introduced in Britain in the early 1840s. It evolved as a mini meal to stem the hunger and anticipation of an evening meal.
Afternoon Tea composed of sandwiches (usually cut delicately into 'fingers'), scones with clotted cream and jam, sweet pastries and cakes. Interestingly, scones were not a common feature of early Afternoon Tea and were only introduced in the twentieth century.
Afternoon Teas were initially developed as a private social event for ladies who wanted to climb the society ladder.
Today many of these teas are served with Cava for that special occasion.
Partaking of cocktails in Benidorm is one of the most enjoyable parts of the Holiday for many people. Many, particularly the large groups of ladies enjoying the hen do with the bride to be, search the town for the ultimate challenge of finding the perfect drink to liven up the holiday, without the pleasures that can only be found in Ice cream and Chocolate. If you have been there, done that, got the tee shirt, then help others by voting in the poll below.
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Sangria’s origins probably date back to the Middle Ages, during a time when water was unhealthy to drink and drinking fermented beverages carried a much lower risk of causing illness. During this time, people would mix wine, which was much lighter and less potent than what we are used to today, with spices such as cinnamon.
