Astrotourism in the Region of Valencia

What exactly is astrotourism? It is a form of nature tourism where you travel to locations with minimal light pollution to observe the night sky. Astrotourism in the Region of Valencia offers spectacular stargazing spots and even several Starlight Reserves. Come and see for yourself!

Where to see the stars in the Region of Valencia? 

Astrotourism in Castellón 

Castellón is home to mountains and forested areas that are perfect for stargazing—here are just two prime examples! 

• Astrotourism in Culla: Astromaestrat, the Culla astronomical observatory, is a fantastic place to start your astrotourism journey in the Region of Valencia. It is situated at an exceptional viewpoint overlooking the L’Alt Maestrat landscape. 

• Astrotourism in Tírig: Did you know you can sleep in a transparent dome under the constellations? Tírig, also in L’Alt Maestrat, offers this incredibly unique type of accommodation. 

Astrotourism in Valencia 

The province of Valencia boasts Starlight destinations and observatories. Here are some of the astrotourism experiences you can find: 

• Astrotourism in Aras de los Olmos: The University of Valencia has an astronomical observatory in Aras de los Olmos, a beautiful municipality in Los Serranos that organises tours after sunset. Furthermore, Aras de los Olmos is part of the Alto Turia Association, alongside Titaguas, Benagéber, Chelva, and Tuéjar—all of which are officially recognised Starlight destinations in Valencia. This certification highlights the exceptional visibility of the stars in the area. You can visit incredible viewpoints, astronomical observatories, and even a school of cosmophysics offering fantastic sessions. It is a brilliant place to find astronomy activities for kids in Valencia! 

• Astrotourism in Chera: The Chera astronomical viewpoint is part of the observatory network of the Tierra Bobal tourism brand, which is recognised as a certified Starlight destination. How about pairing a fine wine-tasting experience with an evening of celestial discovery? This network of starlight viewpoints extends across the entire region, including Camporrobles, Caudete de las Fuentes, Fuenterrobles, Requena, Sinarcas, Utiel, Venta del Moro, and Villargordo del Cabriel, which are all within the La Plana de Utiel-Requena. 

Astrotourism in Alicante 

• Astrotourism in Monóvar: This town in El Vinalopó Medio is the perfect starting point for those who are new to the hobby, offering activities such as guided night-time excursions. 

• Other Astrotourism destinations in Alicante: Sparsely populated areas like the Sierra de Mariola or the surroundings of La Vall de Gallinera boast incredibly clear skies, which are perfect for peering into the deep cosmos. 

Eclipses in the Region of Valencia 

Our viewpoints and observation posts make us a prime location for witnessing both solar and lunar eclipses. If a significant celestial event is approaching, check which corner of Castellón, Valencia, or Alicante offers the best visibility and plan your getaway! 

If we’ve sparked your curiosity, use our search tool to find astrotourism experiences in the Region of Valencia. Embark on a journey through the stars!