Playa de Velilla in Granada offers pristine beach access with a designated swimming area perfect for families and water enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing on soft sands and relax in a serene coastal environment. The beach is ideal for water sports such as snorkelling and paddleboarding, providing an active and refreshing experience.
Nearby, a variety of restaurants and cafes serve local cuisine, enhancing the visit with convenient dining options. Ample parking facilities make access easy, while walking and nature trails around the area invite exploration and connection with the natural surroundings.
Nearby Places
- Beach – Main bathing & sunbathing zone (0–1 min walk): Long urban beach of coarse sand and pebbles with clear, usually calm water, suitable for proper swims and all-day lounging.
- Walks – Paseo Marítimo de Velilla (0–2 mins walk): Seafront promenade lined with palms, benches and cafés, ideal for gentle strolls, morning jogs or an ice-cream walk by the sea.
- Family – Play & pedal-boat area (1–3 mins walk): Sections of the beach offer small play spots and seasonal pedal-boat rentals, giving kids an easy mix of sand games and fun on the water.
- WaterSports – Kayak & SUP launch zone (2–4 mins walk): Calm shoreline and hire points along the paseo make this a handy place to put in a kayak or paddleboard and cruise the bay.
- Food&Drink – Restaurante Casa Paco (2–4 mins walk): Classic beachfront restaurant serving generous paellas, fresh fish and meats, with a big terrace almost on the sand.
- Food&Drink – Isla de Capri – Playa Velilla (2–4 mins walk): Italian-inspired spot on the paseo known for pizzas, pasta and sea views, perfect when you want a break from seafood.
- Food&Drink – By Larius (3–5 mins walk): Stylish restaurant along Paseo de Velilla offering creative, internationally inspired dishes and a good wine list in a relaxed, modern setting.
- Food&Drink – Discochiringuito UHA (3–5 mins walk): Lively beach bar right on the shore with sunbeds by day and music, cocktails and a festive atmosphere into the evening.
- Food&Drink – Chiringuito Playamar (4–5 mins walk): Friendly chiringuito on the beach serving tapas, seafood and cold drinks, great for a casual lunch with your feet in the sand.
- Viewpoint – Eastern curve towards Taramay cliffs (4–6 mins walk): A short walk along the water brings expansive views of the bay, the surrounding hills and, at sunset, a beautiful orange glow over the Costa Tropical.