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Zenia Boulevard Centro Comercial: What to do at La Zenia shopping centre in Orihuela Costa, Alicante
Discover Zenia Boulevard, the largest shopping and leisure complex in Alicante province
Situated in the heart of the Orihuela Costa, Zenia Boulevard is much more than just a shopping centre. Laid out like a miniature city complete will street signs, paved squares and fountains, Alicante’s largest open-air commercial centre is home to more than 150 stores, dozens of rooftop bars and restaurants with stunning views and a complete leisure and entertainment complex.
The picturesque centre is dotted with plants and trees of more than 90 different species and plenty of rest areas, and even has a free park and play area for those looking for a break from the shops. The central plaza has a giant LED screen surrounded by comfy chairs where sports fans can watch all the latest games, as well as a stage where free concerts and performances are held every week.
For a fun alternative to the beach, which is only a 15-minute walk away, the Boulevard also boasts a full bowling alley complete with arcade games and if you fancy a flutter, the exciting Casino del Mediterráneo is not to be missed.
How to get there
The Centro Comercial Zenia Boulevard is located in La Zenia, Orihuela Costa and has direct access to the AP-7 motorway and the N-332 road that connects Alicante and Murcia.
If you are travelling from Elche or Alicante, take the A-7 towards Murcia and then the AP-7 towards Torrevieja/Cartagena. Take exit 763 (Zenia Urbanizaciones).
From the Cartagena direction, follow the A-7 towards Alicante and again take exit 763. If you are driving from Murcia, take the A-7 to the AP-7 towards Torrevieja/Cartagena. Alternatively, you can go towards San Javier and there take the AP-7 towards San Pedro/Alicante and continue until exit 763.
If you are driving from Torrevieja, Santa Pola, Guardamar, Alicante, etc. take the exit for the Orihuela Costa Town Hall, since it is more direct. If you are coming from Cartagena, Los Alcázares, San Javier, San Pedro, Orihuela Costa, etc. by the N-332 you must take the exit towards Carretera de Villamartín, exit AP-7 San Miguel de Salinas.
Top tip: You can avoid the toll coming from Murcia/Cartagena towards Torrevieja if you take the Campoamor exit on the AP-7 and from there take the N-332. In the case of the toll coming from Almoradí towards Cartagena you can avoid it by taking the Carretera de Crevillente de Torrevieja and taking the N-332 once you arrive in Torrevieja.
Zenia Boulevard list of shops
From the latest designer fashions and sportswear to pet accessories, books, games and cosmetics, Zenia Boulevard has every kind of store imaginable, all under one roof.
Stores like Alcampo, Decathlon, Primark, Leroy Merlin, Conforama, Norauto, Media Markt, Zara, Lefties, H&M, C&A and Massimo Dutti, among others, await you.
In addition, the commercial centre has numerous exclusive stores so that you can really indulge, such as Guess, Geox, Vía di Milano (Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, etc.), Astoria (Meex, Hugo Boss, CK), Best Brands, La Milla de Gold, etc.
And for the little ones you can find Mayoral among others.
Find a full directory of Zenia Boulevard stores and a map to the shops here.
Zenia Boulevard restaurants and where to eat
Once you’ve worked up an appetite you can choose from 30 restaurants offering cuisine from all around the world. What’s more, many of the cafes and bars are situated on the top floor and boast unbeatable views of the sea.
Some of the restaurants include: Burger King, Lizarrán, 100 Montaditos, Wok Center, Foster's Hollywood and Pizzeria, Tommy Mel's, Subway, Ché! Argentino, La Tagliattella and the Tapería Dos Hermanas, Ché! Italian restaurant and many, many more.
Find a full list of the Zenia Boulevard restaurants and eateries here.
Fun and games
Bowling Pleno Zenia promises fun for all the family with 10 professional bowling alleys, arcade machines, electronic dartboards, and even has its own restaurant. You can also celebrate your birthday or any type of celebration here in a different and unforgettable way.
Strictly for adults only, the Casino del Mediterráneo is located outside the Boulevard proper, next to Norauto. Here you can enjoy a wide variety of games and even catch a professional tournament or poker championship.
For something completely different, check out the 7D cinema in the heart of the shopping centre, which guarantees adventure and excitement for all ages.
Opening hours
Zenia Boulevard is open every day between 10am and 10pm with the exception of July and August, when it stays open until 11pm. However, certain shops like Alcampo do close on Sundays.
From Sunday June 18, the centre will open all of its shops, entertainment venues and restaurants on Sundays until the end of the year (except for October 9 and December 25, when only the restaurants open).
Restaurants
Restaurants on the top floor close at 1.30am at Easter and in July and August. However, some hours may vary, so it’s best to check with the venue.
Eateries in the main Plaza open from 10am to 10pm (in July and August, until 11pm).
Nurauto
Open 9am to 10pm.
Alcampo Hypermarket
9am to 10pm (except in July and August when it will open its doors until 11pm).
Leroy Merlin
8am to 10pm (except in July and August when it will open its doors until 11pm).
Conforama and MediaMarkt
10am to 10pm (except in July and August when it opens its doors until 11pm).
Casino
Every day from 10am to 2am.
Pharmacy
9am to 11pm.
Holiday hours
On December 25 and January 1, restaurants and entertainment in Plaza Mayor (ground and first floors) will open from 1pm until midnight. On January 6, May 1 and the rest of closing Sundays and holidays, restaurants will open at normal hours.
On December 24 and 31, the centre closes at 8pm (including leisure and restaurant venues).
Download the opening hours calendar here.
Images: Centro Comercial Zenia Boulevard
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