Expect the sweet smell of citrus to accompany your arrival in this capital city along the Costa del Azahar (Orange Blossom Coast). Quieter than other Spanish coastal destinations, Castellón offers high hinterlands and verdant landscapes to complement its popular stretches of sand. Look for Fadri Tower and Gothic Cathedral in the city’s historic quarter, with squares beckoning you to stop for a drink and tapas. The medieval walled town of Peñíscola dominates a stretch of Castellón’s north coast, its 13th-century castle a frequent movie setting. Set amidst the craggy mountains of the nearby Maestrazgo are the ruins of an ancient castle and medieval buildings of Ares del Maestre, another scenic wonder.