From Valencia: Day trip to Peniscola, (City, Castle & Beach)
Description
Explore Peñíscola on a one day trip from Valencia Follow in the footsteps of Papa Luna and fall in love with Peñíscola, a stunning coastal town just a short trip from Valencia. Discover its medieval old town, panoramic views from Papa Luna’s Castle and the golden sands of Playa Norte. History and beauty featured in Game of Thrones Famous for its role in Game of Thrones in 2015 and declared a Historic Conservation Area in 1972, Peñíscola in the province of Castellón blends history and cinematic charm. Wander its cobbled streets, explore the 14th-century castle rising 64 meters above the blue sea, and admire breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. Sun, Sea & Relaxation at Playa Norte Wrap up your day on Playa Norte, perfect for sunbathing and swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Peñíscola.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Peñíscola is known for its well-preserved medieval castle known as the Castillo de Peñíscola or the Castle of Papa Luna.
Explore Game of Thrones filming locations
Nestled at the base of the Papa Luna Castle, the Artillery Park is a former military compound that now provides a serene walk through landscaped gardens with stunning views of the sea and the historic walled town."
Narrow streets with white houses and blue windows, full of shops and restaurants. Don’t miss the wall, the Bufador, the castle, and the sunset from a terrace. Wear comfortable shoes!
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(15)
We had a really exciting and informative trip with a lovely leader Amanda who was so kind, funny and wonderful.
Excellent day trip! The trip is well paced with plenty of tome to see the castle and then explore the old town, have lunch and a quick swim in the Mediterranean. Our group had two guides, Amanda, who was the main tour guide and Victor who drove the other van. Both were helpful and friendly and made the day more memorable. Amanda clearly loves history and provided lots of information about the castle, its historical importance and how it was featured in Game of Thrones. She also had great recommendations for lunch and exploring. I’m very glad we booked this tour!
This was an absolutely phenomenal experience. I had booked a Peniscola day trip via another company, months in advance. The day before the excursion, the other company canceled because it apparently didn’t have enough takers to operate the tour, so they said. So, my friend and I booked this tour at the last minute…less than 24 hours ahead of time, and I’m so glad we did. First of all, it is a small tour. There were 10 people total. Small tours make all the difference and, frankly, are worth paying a bit more. The guide Amanda and the other driver Vicktor were both incredibly personable. The tour was good and educational, and there was enough time after viewing the antiquities to explore the old town, have lunch, and take a quick dip in the Mediterranean. Admittedly, I never tire of walking around Europe’s old towns. Peniscola does not disappoint. …and this trip is a bonus for those who lived Game of Thrones.
Great day trip from Valencia. The city, castle, and beach were all beautiful, and the day was smoothly organized. Amanda did a great job showing us around and was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. Highly recommend!
Very cool experience, the place is beautiful and Ramon took very good care of us.
It was an incredible day. I recommend it to everyone😊
Although we had booked the excursion to Montanejos, we could not go that day due to the fires, and they offered us an excursion to Peñíscola in exchange, with a higher price, without having to pay the difference. That was a very appreciated gesture. The guides did an excellent job and we enjoyed the visit a lot
The excursion is very good. The castle is very beautiful. The beach is spectacular. The transportation is very comfortable and the guide, Amanda, is very nice and pleasant.
I had so much fun on the trip to Peñiscola, our tour guide Ramón was so much fun, friendly and really knowledgeable, a few of us went for lunch at a restaurant that served the best paella I have ever tasted! I am also a game of thrones fan so Ramón showed me the locations where some of the filming for Mereen happened. I love using Wexcursion to book my trips and will be booking more with them in the future. I actually booked this trip because I enjoyed the Montanejos trip so much!
Ramon was a very good tour guide. Very pleasant, professional and knowledgeable about the city of Peniscola.
