Mercado Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit

Central Market
This fresh food market is the perfect spot to pick up regional produce for a picnic, local seafood, freshly cut flowers and authentic souvenirs.

Alicante Harbour
Alicante’s industrial and maritime centre has been transformed into a stylish bar and restaurant precinct with commanding views over Postiguet Beach.

Postiguet Beach
Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this pristine beach which sits alongside a fine selection of restaurants and the exciting nightlife of the city.

Alicante Golf Course
The masterwork of Severiano Ballesteros, the great Spanish golf player and course designer, this golf course is designed for golf vacations, with an on-site hotel.

Castle of Santa Barbara
Perched high above the city on Mount Benacantil, this castle is one of the best-preserved medieval forts in Europe and provides unparalleled city views.

Explanada de Espana
Enjoy wide ocean views, take in a music concert and browse street vendors’ wares as you walk along this mosaic-paved promenade.
Activities

Alicante: Seven Secrets of Alicante Discovery Tour

Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting

Alicante: Secret Flavors Food Tour

Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks and Marketplace
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Other neighbourhoods around Mercado

Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Sports Technification Center and San Fernando Castle.

Alicante City Centre
A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Alicante Harbour and San Nicolas Cathedral.

Barri Vell - Santa Creu
While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and San Nicolas Cathedral.
Carolinas Bajas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carolinas Bajas and surrounding area, you can visit Alicante Harbour and Alicante Bullring.

San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.

Campoamor
While Campoamor may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alicante Harbour and Alicante Bullring.