Looking for things to do in Moraira? From swimming at El Portet and exploring Moraira Castle to browsing the Friday market and walking to Cap d’Or, this Costa Blanca town offers plenty of ways to enjoy your holiday. Our guide brings together beaches, family activities, live music and nearby watersports, with relevant visitor tips and links to more information. Most suggestions are in Moraira or Teulada, while Las Antípodas and Oceana offer outings to nearby Les Basetes.
16th October 2026
A morning beside the sea, a wander around the market and an evening listening to live music - Moraira gives you plenty of reasons to take your time.
Part of the municipality of Teulada-Moraira, this coastal town combines beach days with opportunities to explore local history, get out on the water and enjoy the surrounding scenery. You can spend several hours around the centre and seafront, or venture farther for family activities and coastal outings.
Here are ten ideas to help you plan your visit.
With the Cap d’Or peninsula rising above the bay, El Portet is one of Moraira’s most distinctive coastal settings. Its predominantly sandy shoreline, with some pebbly sections, makes an inviting place to settle down and enjoy the view.
Swimming and kayaking are popular here when conditions allow, while nearby restaurants give you the option of stretching a beach visit into lunch overlooking the water. Summer services include lifeguards, although visitors should always follow beach flags and local advice.
Allow extra time for parking during busy periods.
Discover more: El Portet Beach in Moraira
Make room in your holiday plans for a Friday-morning browse. Moraira’s weekly market brings together fresh produce, clothing, accessories and household goods, offering a different experience from the town’s shops.
Take your time comparing stalls, bring a shopping bag and carry some cash for smaller purchases. In summer, an earlier visit is more comfortable before the day becomes hotter.
Allow time to find legal parking outside the market area, and check local arrangements when a Friday coincides with a public holiday.
Discover more: Moraira Friday Market and Teulada Wednesday Market
Standing beside L’Ampolla beach, Moraira Castle is an easy addition to a stroll around the centre. This compact coastal fortress dates from the 18th century and was built to help defend the shoreline against pirate attacks.
There is more to discover than its familiar seafront exterior. The official tourism listing describes an exhibition about coastal watchtowers and piracy, alongside audiovisual presentations in several languages. Check current opening arrangements before planning an indoor visit.
Combine your stop with a walk along the waterfront and a drink or meal in town.
Visitor information: Moraira Castle - Official Tourism Guide
For an afternoon or evening with a soundtrack, Saxo Disco Garden offers live bands and tribute performances in its outdoor chill-out garden.
The venue’s website states that there is no entrance fee and asks visitors to purchase a drink. Tables are available without booking, with early arrival recommended if you want to secure one.
Check Saxo’s latest official updates before heading out: performers can change, and outdoor events may be cancelled in poor weather.
Discover more: Saxo Disco Garden, Moraira
If your group enjoys a little friendly competition, AV Karting by Adrián Vallés offers a change from beach days.
Located on the Teulada-Moraira road, the circuit advertises junior, senior, pro-senior and two-seater karts. There is also a terrace overlooking the track, bar service, games facilities and parking, giving spectators somewhere to watch the action.
Check current prices and participation requirements directly with the operator, particularly when visiting with children.
Official website: AV Karting Moraira
Brevis combines a restaurant with a children’s play area, making it an option for families looking to include some playtime in their meal plans. Its official website confirms a dedicated space for younger visitors alongside the restaurant.
Before promising a particular activity, contact the venue to check which play facilities and mini-golf options are currently available, together with any charges or age restrictions.
It is a useful outing to consider when your family wants a break from the sand and sea.
Discover more: Brevis Moraira
For an active outing beyond Moraira, head towards Les Basetes, on the coastline between Benissa and Calpe.
Las Antípodas is a watersports centre offering opportunities to try activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing and catamaran sailing. The setting gives you a different perspective on this stretch of the Costa Blanca, with the Peñón de Ifach forming a striking coastal backdrop.
Ask the centre which activity suits your experience, and confirm availability, instruction, age requirements and sea conditions before booking.
Official website: Las Antípodas Watersports
For a beach visit close to the centre, L’Ampolla is a convenient choice. Its sandy shoreline sits beside Moraira Castle, allowing you to combine time by the water with shops, cafés and a wander around town.
The official tourism guide lists facilities including toilets, foot showers, walkways, lifeguards and sunbed hire. Availability can vary by season, so check locally if a particular service is essential to your visit.
You can keep the day simple here: a beach morning, lunch nearby and an unhurried seafront stroll.
Discover more: L’Ampolla Beach, Moraira
Also at Les Basetes in Benissa, Oceana Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge offers a nearby coastal outing for lunch, dinner or drinks.
Its waterside setting and Mediterranean views are the main attraction, with food and cocktails providing a reason to linger. The venue also publishes an events page, so check its current programme if you would like to combine your visit with entertainment.
This is outside Moraira, so plan your transport home when arranging an evening visit.
Discover more: Oceana Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge
For coastal views with a little effort involved, consider the walk to Torre del Cap d’Or, above El Portet.
The 16th-century watchtower formed part of a coastal surveillance system, working with neighbouring towers to warn of attacks. Today, its headland setting is the reason to make the climb.
Wear shoes with good grip, carry water and avoid the hottest part of the day. Check the official SL-CV 51 route before setting off, and allow additional time if you are walking from central Moraira rather than beginning at the designated route start.
Official information: Cap d’Or Watchtower and Walking Route
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For a relaxed introduction to Moraira, combine the castle and L’Ampolla with a wander through town. On Fridays, add a market visit; for a more active day, pair El Portet with the Cap d’Or walk.
Leave space for an impromptu café stop or a longer lunch. Some of Moraira’s appeal comes from having time to enjoy the setting between activities.
Plan your visit: Explore our Moraira Beaches Guide, Restaurant Guide and What’s On in Moraira.
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