Port Saplaya is a fishing village near the Valencian town of Alboraya. Its pretty buildings in pastel shades, its canals with an inner harbour and its boats docked alongside the street have earned it the name "Little Venice". Book a trip to Port Saplayaand get to know this lovely spot!
During your stay you can enjoy the Port Saplaya Sur and Port Saplaya Norte beaches, separated by the entrance to the harbour. With their fine sand and fairly gentle waves, they are ideal for a refreshing day spent with books, sunscreen, cooler boxes and fresh fruit.
Port Saplaya's terrain lends itself to outdoor sports such as hiking and cycling. Rent a bike and take one of Alboraya's suggested routes. Cycle through citrus groves where the only sound you hear is your pedals turning and fill your lungs with fresh air.
Did you know that horchata, the plant milk drink made from chufa, or tiger nuts, originates from Alboraya? Take aPort Saplaya holiday packageto learn more! In the fascinating Horchata and Chufa Museum they will explain everything to you. Of course, do not forget to end the day with a glass of this delicious drink.
Another building in Alboraya that you shouldn't miss is the Hermitage dels Peixets, a small neo-Gothic style seafarers' church built in 1907. Legend has it that in 1348 a priest was carrying some communion wafers which fell into the river. Three fish appeared with them in their mouths shortly after and returned them to the priest in the exact place where the hermitage is erected.
Port Saplaya is only two and a half miles from Valencia, so you can fly to Valencia-Manises airport. From Valencia, there is a regular metrobus line that will take you to Port Saplaya. Check out our Port Saplaya flight plus hotel special offers and have the holiday you deserve.
