Javea Aduanas del Mar Free Tour

On this 2-hour Free Tour of Aduanas del Mar you will get to know the highlights of this seaside neighbourhood. Walk among the picturesque fishermen's houses on the shores of the Mediterranean while you get to know the history of its origins, its gastronomy and its people.

The Free Tour of Aduanas del Mar starts in front of the Cocatail Bar La Esquina, next to the new Triana Bridge and usually ends at the church of Nuestra Señora del Loreto (although there will be some surprises at the end).

The Mediterranean: cradle of civilisation

Sail aboard the ships of ancient cultures that left their mark and their legacy. Learn about the history of rich businessmen and humble fishermen. Understand why Aduanas was born, how it was formed and the curious history behind its name, its traditions and its gastronomy.

A colossal emerald...

The sea has also been a source of inspiration for many artists, especially for the great Valencian luminist Joaquín Sorolla. Bewitched by Jávea and its landscape, he left a total of 136 paintings and more than 200 drawings in a total of five stays in the district. His are these words: "Jávea is sublime, immense, the best thing I know to paint...it surpasses everything...a colossal emerald".

The Parroquia del Mar: the great landmark of contemporary architecture

Discover the real secret hidden behind the raw concrete of this unusual church that turns every architectural element into a seafaring significance. From its innovative oval floor plan, to the impressive wooden deck that simulates the keel of a ship that is furrowing the surface of the sea, creating waves of foam that become the white light that illuminates the temple and creates that ethereal atmosphere inside.

Itinerary: Cable House, Joaquín Sorolla`s Sculpture, Port of Xàbia, Barques Street, Church of Nuestra Señora del Loreto,

Additional Info: We are dedicated to interpreting and connecting the essence of Jávea with visitors from all over the world. To make the tour the best experience of your visit to our town, we are committed to ensuring that all guides are truly local and are officially trained and qualified, this fact together with the characteristics of each audience means that no two tours are the same and you are not attending a canned product, which seems scripted and taken from Wikipedia, the places, the stories and the length of the tour will depend on what the guide of your group believes is best for the group and will always be enjoyable and entertaining.