San Antón Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
San Juan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Juan Beach during your trip to Playa de San Juan? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting
Alicante: Guided Pub Crawl with Shots and Beer
Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle
Our pick of the best San Antón Hotel Deals
Estudiotel Alicante
Very convenient location, we had 2 rooms, clean, staff was very helpful. We had a perfect stay.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Melia Alicante
Awesome hotel. Service was great, location is amazing. We had room with full balcony and beach view which was great. The room was super comfortable and had nice amenities. Wish we would’ve stayed longer.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
El Plantio Golf Resort
Beautiful resort, amazing spacious rooms
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Sercotel Maya Alicante
All above nice and relaxing
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
BYPILLOW Paseo
Room been cleaned every day. Very nice and helpful staff. Nice breakfast. Everything what you need 👌😁
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Eurostars Lucentum
Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Antón
Carolinas Bajas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carolinas Bajas and surrounding area, you can visit Alicante Bullring and Castle of Santa Barbara.
Barri Vell - Santa Creu
While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and Basilica of Santa Maria.
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 Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.
Mercado
While Mercado may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Market and Placa de los Luceros.
Pla del Bon Repòs
While Pla del Bon Repòs isn't home to many top sights, Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Bullring and Central Market.
