It is the second smallest city in Europe, behind Monte Carlo, that has a football club that has reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League! It is the city of ceramics and gastronomy. Explore the city and visit each of its neighborhoods. You will be enchanted by the hospitality and smiles of the locals, who are proud of their football team and their cultural character.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +34
Nearest airports from city center: Castellon Costa Azahar Airport (38km), Valencia Airport (70km) and Reus Tarragona Airport (195km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** CASA DE L’ OLI (Plaça Mossèn Ballester, 1, 12540 Vila-real, Castelló)
In this original building dating back to the 15th century, you can see various exhibits. The Gothic character gives it a special beauty.
*** EL CONVENT, ESPAI D’ ART (Carrer Hospital, 5, 12540 Vila-real, Castelló)
It is a former monastery that has been transformed into a cultural center since 2012! On the ground floor you will have the opportunity to see a huge painting exhibition dedicated to avant-garde and contemporary art exhibitions.
*** POLO HOUSE CITY MUSEUM (Carrer Joan Fuster, 33, 12540 Vila-real, Castelló)
In a traditional 19th century farmhouse you will find the museum dedicated to all the internationally renowned artists of the city. In particular you will see various things about the composer and guitarist Francisco Tárrega, the sculptor José Ortells the painters Gimeno Barón and José Gumbau.
*** MUSEO ETHNOLOGICO (Carrer Ermita, 300, 12540 Vila-real, Castelló)
In this building you will have the opportunity to see a collection related to the traditional life of the city and many exhibits of ceramics that are the element of the Valencian community. You will see how the city began its dominance of the ceramic industry in the 20th and 21st centuries.
*** MUSEO DEL POUET DEL SANT – BASILICA DE SAN PASCUAL (Carrer Sant Pasqual, 70, 12540 Vila-real, Castelló)
Inside the Basilica of San Pascual Baylon is the museum that has an important collection of religious objects (costumes, decorations, etc.) from the 16th to the 20th century. In the Main Chapel is kept the ancient cell of the monastery where the city’s patron saint died. You can also see a water well from the late 16th century.
*** PALAU-CASTELL DE BETXI (Plaça Major, 20, 12549 Betxí, Castelló)
About 15-20 minutes away from the city center you will find a palace-fortress dating back to the 16th century. The earthen walls and stones of the period stand still in the building, expressing the architecture of the Valencian Renaissance.
*** MAS DELS DOBLON (Camí Vora Rambla, s/n, 12550 Almassora, Castellón)
About 10 minutes away from the city center you will find a unique farmhouse surrounded by orange trees. The natural environment you will encounter will enchant you and is usually used for various ceremonies and events. Well worth a visit if you have time.
*** PLAYA LA TORRE
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*** ARCIPRESTAL SAN JAIME (Carrer Sant Roc, 1, 12540 Vila-real, Castelló)
This church dates back to the end of the 18th century and in 2005 was declared a Place of Cultural Interest for the community of Valencia. It has a baroque and neoclassical character. The octagonal bell tower was built in 1682 and inside the church there are paintings with themes of the martyrdom of Saint James, impressive frescoes and important sculptures.
*** ERMITORIO DE SANTA QUITERIA
In this natural park of great beauty located near the Mijares River, you can see the medieval bridge and wander for a few minutes.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** If you like hiking, then follow the road on the Ruta Botanica.
*** For sea lovers, there is also Playa Gandia as an excellent choice!
*** About an hour and a half away from the city center, there is Morella Castle. Morella is a wonderful walled city on top of the hill in the province of Castellón.
*** La capilla del Cristo del Hospital was a health building and has a very beautiful decoration.
FOOD AND DRINK
In the city you will find all the traditional food (paella, tapas etc) and of course wonderful sea smells will come out of your dishes. You will also find restaurants influenced by Italian, Indian and Japanese cuisine. Mainly the Mediterranean cuisine is the one that dominates. Accompany your food with beer or wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find relatively good value hotels and appartments in the city center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** The Village Shop is an excellent choice for your purchases.
*** Carrer Major Sant Jaume, Carrer Sant Pasqual and Plaça de la Vila are the main streets, where you will find shops to do your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bike.
CITIES NEAR VILLARREAL
Major cities close to Villarreal are Castellon de la Plana (8km), Valencia (65km), Tarragona (197km), Albacete (260km), Barcelona (290km) and Murcia (300km).
