Villaricos is a small, unspoilt fishing village, both charming and tranquil, which maintains a typical Spanish feel. The village is located at the foot of the Sierra Almagrera Mountains about 5 minutes drive from Vera Playa. Villaricos (rich village) derives its name from ancient silver mines, which have their place in history, as it is from here that Hannibal paid his mercenaries when he besieged Rome.

Villaricos is known for it's crystal clear warm waters and it's fabulous diving and for those with their water wings there is a local diving school. Just beyond Villaricos is a rugged undeveloped coastline where you can relax in peace and solitude amongst the rock pools and sand.

There are a good selection of restaurants and bars with food at very reasonable prices and cuisine ranging from native Spanish to British pub food. There is small market every Sunday morning in the square.