Discover Benissa’s medieval secrets with free historic sunset tours this summer

This summer, Benissa will see fascinating guided tours take place, as residents and visitors alike step back in time with the anticipated “Sunsets with History” programme. These free, guided evening walks offer an intimate look at the local architecture, deep-rooted traditions, and historical milestones that have combined to shape the unique identity of this charming town.

Exploring Benissa’s historic centre under the golden hour

The tours will be divided into language-specific groups, ensuring that foreigners and locals alike will be able to discover the beautiful medieval streets and ancient monuments of the municipality in their native tongue.

Choose your language and tour dates

For English speakers, the tours are scheduled on select days throughout July and August. To be specific, tours in English will be available on July 2, 9, 16, and 30, and on August 13 and 27.

Meanwhile, those who prefer to experience the town’s history in Spanish can join the weekly walks on July 7, 14, 21, and 28, and on August 4, 11, 18, and 25. French-language tours will also be available, spanning a mid-summer window, on July 23 and August 6 and 20.

All tours will depart from the town’s iconic Plaça Rei Jaume I at 7:00pm. The tours will take visitors through the white-walled façades and stone buildings of the historic centre of the town during the golden hour, providing the perfect backdrop for photo opportunities, socialising, and creating fun memories with friends and loved ones while also learning about Benissa’s fascinating history.

How to reserve your free summer tour spot

Tours will be free of charge, but space is limited in each group, so those who want to take part in this fun and idyllic tour are recommended to register beforehand. Travellers can secure their spots for the Sunsets with History programme by contacting the Benissa Tourist Office via phone at T. 96 573 22 25; via WhatsApp at T. 627 30 75 11; or by emailing turismo@ajbenissa.es. 

Whether a history fan or a curious newcomer, those in Benissa during these months are not advised to miss out on these beautiful and memorable tours.