Things to do on a rainy day in Benidorm - Unfortunately even here in Benidorm we do get some wet days but there is always something to do to keep you and the family entertained.
With 1000´s of bars in and around Benidorm there is always something going on even if you just sit and people watch or why not try your hand at some Karaoke or housey housey, and of course some of the bars have daytime entertainment. To find out who is on when and where use our On-Line Whats On Guide.
This museum has more than 4,000 square meters dedicated to the history of the automobile.
In the unique three-story building, a permanent exhibition of classic and unique vehicles and film vehicles are distributed, as well as an area dedicated to driver education and training, a projection room, a children's play area, a restaurant area (food truck) and a souvenir and an automobile shop.
The collection is made up of about 60 museum-owned vehicles and some others on loan. Among the exhibits are a 1923 Dodge Brothers, a 1962 Cadillac Fleetwood limousine that belonged to the Spanish government during the Franco era, a replica of KITT, from the film "Knight Rider", two Delorean DMC-12s in impeccable condition (one of them with only 3,000 kilometres on the clock), or an exclusive Aston Martin Lagonda equipped with the “Tickford” sports kit, of which only 5 units were manufactured.
OPEN between 10:00 and 20:00, Calle Joan Fuster, 4, on the Finestrat commercial street, and offers free transportation to its visitors to and from Benidorm, Finestrat, Alfaz del Pi and Villajoyosa. Adult admission is 12 euros, children under 6 years of age go free, and younger and older people pay 7 euros.
BENIDORM CASINO
What about trying your luck in the casino? Quite a popular evening activity but it is also open during the day. located in the nerve center of the city of Benidorm, on Avenida del Mediterráneo.
The biggest gambling activity is concentrated on the ground floor, with slot machines, American Roulette, Blackjack tables, Point and Bank, Poker and Texas Hold'Em. It also highlights its "Juegging (play) Zone" with sports betting terminals and large television screens.
The setting is sophisticated and the facilities top-notch, smart clothes are required, No sports/beach clothes, flip flops, shorts above the knee or sleeveless t-shirts. Also take your passport with you for ID (in order to prove legal age, it is strictly forbidden for minors to enter). There is a €3.00 joining fee.
Opening hours - January, Feb, March, April, Nov and December
Sunday to Thursday - 10.00 to 03.00am, Friday, sat and fiesta days 10.00am to 04.00.
May, June, July, September and October
Monday to Sunday 10.00 to 04.00
August From 1 to 31st - 10: 00 to 05:00 a.m.
Things to do on a Rainy Day in Benidorm
BINGO
Why not try your hand at one of the Spanish Bingo Halls, the most popular is Bingo Plaza, next to McDonalds in the old town, on the Plaza Hispanidad, known locally as The Triangle. Like the casino you have to be over the age of 18 to enter and show photographic ID, so take your passport.
Bingo Plaza has a seating capacity for 600, spread across 100 tables. Each table has 6 chairs and set into the middle of the table is a led monitor so that you can follow the numbers as they are called, marker pens are provided.
Numbers are obviously called in Spanish so if you are not familiar with the language just watch the screen. If you get a complete line shout "linea" or "line" and hold up your hand. Someone will come to you and leave a marker on your table then the game continues until full house is called, prize money is given in cash at the end of the game.
Drinks and food can be ordered at the table and are very cheap.
Opening hours:
Winter: from 13:00h (1 p.m.) to 01:00h (1 a.m.) from Sunday to Thursday
from 13:00h (1 p.m.) to 02:00h (2 a.m.) Friday, Saturday and eves of public holidays
Summer: from 14:00h (2 p.m.) to 03:00h (3 a.m.) every day
Bingo Plaza also has its own car park with direct access to the gaming room.
Next to the bingo hall is a gambling arcade, which is also perfect for a rainy day.
Other Bingo Hall also in the old town are - Bingos Benidorm S.A Plaza del Doctor Fleming, s/n, (open 12.00 - 02.00, Bingo Puerto Av. de los Almendros, 3, 03501 (open 24 hours) and Bingo L'Aiguera
For more things to do on a wet day in Benidorm, we suggest
VISIT A SPA HOTEL
Many hotels have Spa facilities that are open to non-residents for a small fee, so enjoy a lovely relaxing Spa Day, feel refreshed and hide from the rain at the same time. You will find a list of Spa Hotels HERE
OZONE BOWLING CENTRE
There is a nice bowling alley located on AVENIDA MEDITERRÁNEO, Nº 22, EDIFICIO MIRAMAR PLAYA, (one block from Playa Levante). It also has recreation rooms and restaurants. The bowling is designed for all ages and abilities incorporating bumpers for younger and inexperienced players.
There are also various slot machines, pool and football tables available.
