Cultural Exploration
Movie Theatres & Museums
A modern 14‑screen multiplex in the Salera shopping centre featuring high-tech projection (2K, Dolby sound), a large XL auditorium, VOSE sessions, and a bar. Original Version movies are sometimes available.
Offers 8 premium-format screens with reclinable seats, ATMOS sound, and regular family-friendly screenings at the Estepark leisure complex. Original Version movies are sometimes available.
Teatre Municipal Francesc Tàrrega (Benicasim)
Hosts regular film screenings—ranging from mainstream movies to independent and thematic series—often including free outdoor summer showings on the beaches. Prices are inexpensive.
Museo de Bellas Artes de Castellón
Inaugurated in 2001, it’s a landmark building with over 18,500 m² dedicated to its permanent collection, temporary exhibitions, library, auditorium, restoration workshops, and research archives.
El Museo de la Ciudad de Castelló
The Castelló City Museum (Mucc), founded in 2018, preserves and showcases the city’s heritage through historical sites and exhibitions, offering visitors an engaging journey through Castelló’s history from ancient times to today.
Espai d’art contemporani de Castelló
It promotes contemporary artistic practices through exhibitions, activities, and dedicated spaces for education, music, and film, while also reflecting on the evolving social and cultural role of museums today.
Planetari de Castelló (Planetarium)
The first of its kind in the Valencian Community, is a key center for science education located by the Mediterranean in El Grau, featuring a striking 25-meter white dome, exhibition spaces, a Foucault pendulum, and a hybrid projection system for immersive astronomy shows.
Oceanogràfic València (Aquarium in Valencia)
Europe’s largest aquarium, housing over 45,000 marine animals across 500 species in ten immersive ecosystems (from Mediterranean to Arctic), featuring Europe’s longest underwater tunnel, a dolphinarium, belugas, penguins, and interactive exhibits promoting conservation and education
Excursions
Castellón de la Plana offers easy access to beautiful excursions, from mountain
hikes to beach towns. Here are some top local excursions:
Coves de Sant Josep (Caves of San José ) in La Vall’ D’Uixo
Distance: 30 minutes by car
Highlights: These are the longest navigable underground river caves in Europe. You can take a boat ride through the caves and see impressive stalactites and rock
formations.
Activity Tip: Book a tour to enjoy the guided underground boat ride and learn about the geological history of the area.
Desierto de las Palmas (Natural Park in Benicasim)
Distance: 20 minutes by car
Highlights: Known for its red clay mountains, beautiful Mediterranean vegetation, and the ruins of the old Carmelite Monastery. There are scenic trails for hiking and
viewpoints offering panoramas of the coast and city.
Activity Tip: Hike up to the Ermita de la Magdalena for panoramic views over Castellón and the coast.
Isla Columbretes (Columbretes Islands)
Distance: A 1-2 hour boat ride from the port of Castellón
Highlights: A volcanic archipelago and natural reserve with diverse marine life, clear waters, and great diving or snorkeling spots. Boat tours are available from the Castellón port.
Activity Tip: Book a snorkeling or scuba diving excursion to explore the marine biodiversity in this protected area.
Distance: 1 hour by car
Highlights: Montanejos is a beautiful natural area where you can find horseback riding tours suitable for families, hiking paths and climbing areas as well as thermal bath areas.
Activity Tip: Make sure you visit the hot springs nearby, where kids can safely wade in warm water pools.
Distance: 1.5 hours by car
Highlights: This medieval hilltop town is surrounded by ancient walls and crowned by a castle. It’s one of Spain’s official “most beautiful villages” and known for its stone buildings, charming streets, and views.
Activity Tip: Visit the Morella Castle, then explore the Santa María la Mayor Church, famous for its elaborate Baroque interior.
Distance: 45 minutes by car
Highlights: A picturesque coastal town with a medieval fortress (Castillo del Papa Luna) overlooking the sea. It’s known for its narrow, cobbled streets, beaches, and
historic old town.
Activity Tip: Take a guided tour of the castle, which has been a filming location for movies and TV series. Relax on the beach afterward!
Distance: 1 hour by car
Highlights: A massive freshwater lagoon surrounded by rice fields and home to migratory birds, just south of Valencia. You can enjoy the biodiversity and peaceful boat
rides on the lagoon (but they operate only a few months out of the year so check before you go).
Activity Tip: Try an authentic paella Valenciana in one of the traditional restaurants nearby, as the area is considered the birthplace of paella.
Sierra de Espadán Natural Park
Distance: About 1 hour by car
Highlights: This mountain range offers well-marked trails through lush pine forests, red sandstone rock formations, and traditional villages like Alcudia de Veo and Aín.
Activity Tip: Take a hike to explore the local flora, including the rare cork oak trees, or enjoy a scenic drive through quaint towns and viewpoints.