- Recommended
Museo de Historia de Calpe
Local history museum in the old town with archaeological finds and exhibits on Calpe’s development from ancient times to the present.
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Complete guide to Calpe
Things to do in Calpe
Discover the best of Calpe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Calpe trip today.
Museo del Coleccionismo
Museum set in a traditional fisherman’s house, showing domestic life and maritime heritage. A compact, authentic introduction to old Calpe.
Centro de Interpretación Baños de la Reina
Archaeological interpretation centre near Roman remains, helping visitors understand the site’s baths, fish pools and coastal settlement.
- Must visit
Paseo Ecológico Príncipe de Asturias
Short coastal walk leading to a small viewpoint at the foot of the rock. It offers attractive sea scenery and an easy outing near the marina.
- Recommended
Casco Antiguo de Calpe
Murals, painted steps and old houses give this hillside quarter strong character. It is one of Calpe’s best areas for a relaxed stroll and photos.
- Recommended
Las Salinas de Calpe
Salt lagoon beside the town where flamingos are often seen. Boardwalks and viewpoints make it an easy nature stop close to beaches and hotels.
- Gluten-free
Arròs del Senyoret
Rice cooked with red mullet and squid in a fish stock, a classic Calpe fishermen’s dish that reflects the town’s seafaring heritage.
- Gluten-free
Arroz a Banda
Rice cooked in fish stock with monkfish, prawns and other seafood, widely eaten on the Costa Blanca and closely tied to Calpe’s port cuisine.
- Gluten-free
Cruet de Peix
A rich fish stew from the Marina Alta area made with rock fish and potatoes, traditional in nearby coastal towns and popular around Calpe.
Abiss
Refined seafood restaurant by Calpe’s fishing port, known for elegant rice dishes and Mediterranean fish in a polished setting.
Restaurante Baydal
Long-established port-side restaurant specialising in rice dishes, shellfish and fresh fish, with a smart but relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Restaurante Puerto Blanco
Well-known dining room focused on Mediterranean seafood and rice, with attentive service and sea views near the marina.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Costa Blanca. Dining and coffee are reasonable, but summer stays near the beach can be pricey; local buses are low-cost.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.80-3 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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