The town of Javea is basically split into three different areas - the old town, the port and the beach or arenal area.

The narrow streets of the old town are lined with beautiful houses with fine stonework and wrough-iron balconies. The port area, called the Aduanas de Mar, has a busy working harbour, where fishing boats are to be seen bringing in their catches for sale in the fish markets. In the port area is to be found the local cinema which shows Spanish and English language films.

The arenal beach area has been a popular resort for years especially for families as the shallow bay and sandy beach is ideal for children. Many good restaurants line the promenade with views over the bay or out over the nearby mountain of Montgo. For those who enjoy "a round or two" there is an excellent golf course in Javea.