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What a wonderful city Valencia is. One minute you are in the historic city centre, the next you are on the mile-long sandy beach. One of our favourite beaches is still Patacona beach, the place to find the nicest chiringuitos in Valencia in summer. Moreover, the colourful low-rise houses and palm trees on Patacona beach create an instant holiday feeling. We would like to tell you more about these cosy beach bars in Valencia.
What is a chiringuito in Spain?
A chiringuito is a beach bar in Spain, usually temporary. It is a kind of stall where you can go for drinks, snacks and sometimes meals or tapas – and often an option to rent sunbeds and umbrellas. The construction is usually simple, such as a wooden house as a bar and a terrace consisting of planks. They are wildly popular all along the Spanish coast, and Valencia is no exception.
You can also find chiringuitos with a fixed construction along the coast in Spain, but in this blog we will discuss the temporary chiringuitos in Valencia, which are only there during the season.
When are the chiringuitos open in Valencia?
The chiringuito period in Valencia runs from mid-May to mid-October. During these months, beach bars are set up daily on the city’s popular beaches.
Opening hours of chiringuitos in Valencia:
📅 From mid-May to mid-October
🕙 Open daily from around 10am to 11pm
⏰ Note: times may vary slightly from one location to another
Where to find chiringuitos in Valencia?
Most chiringuitos are located on the following beaches:
- Playa de la Patacona – popular with locals, with relaxed atmosphere and colourful houses
- Playa de la Malvarrosa – wider beach with volleyball nets and promenade
- Playa de Las Arenas – towards the port, with wider catering facilities on the promenade
💡 Tip: The chiringuitos on Patacona are known for their atmosphere and music (sometimes live!). The other chiringuitos are somewhat simpler in terms of layout, but often have even more sunbeds and parasols available.
What are the best chiringuitos in Valencia?
With its relaxed atmosphere and beachfront location, almost every chiringuito is worth a visit. Some well-known chiringuitos are:
- La Mas Bonita (not to be confused with the permanent restaurant, which also sits there)
- BBeach
- Patasur
- El Ocho
Just see where there’s room and where the atmosphere or music appeals to you most and you’re guaranteed a great day at the beach!
Frequently Asked Questions about chiringuitos in Valencia
What is a chiringuito?
A beach bar at or on the beach in Spain.
When are Valencia's chiringuitos open?
From about mid-May to mid-October, daily from 10am to 11pm.
Where to find the best chiringuitos in Valencia?
Playa de la Patacona. Here you will find wooden chiringuitos in summer with music, cocktails and a laid-back vibe.
What can you eat and drink at a chiringuito?
From fresh smoothies and cocktails to simple tapas, sandwiches, snacks and ice creams.
