Barri Vell - Santa Creu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barri Vell - Santa Creu
Popular places to visit
Alicante Town Hall
This historic Baroque town hall has been the civic centre of Alicante since the 18th century and features a picturesque chapel and archaeology exhibition.
Basilica of Santa Maria
This ornate Valencian Gothic church is the Roman Catholic heart of Alicante and has been operating for more than 500 years.
San Nicolas Cathedral
This 17th-century cathedral is an architecture enthusiast’s dream, with its classic Spanish Baroque styling and blue-tinted dome.
Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art
This modern architectural masterpiece within one of the oldest buildings in the city holds treasures by Picasso, Dalí, Miró and a host of international artists.
Carmen Plaza
You can learn about the history of Alicante with a visit to Carmen Plaza. Stroll along the area's marina or simply savour its lively bars.
Casa de La Asegurada
You can study the exhibits at Casa de La Asegurada, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Alicante. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Activities
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting
Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting
Alicante: Guided Pub Crawl with Shots and Beer
Our pick of the best Barri Vell - Santa Creu Hotel Deals
Odyssey Rooms
Best hotel in Alicante. Stayed here twice this year and will stay again when we come back!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Tandem Pórtico Alicante Suites
We stayed on the top floor "Atico". Great apartment. Quite small inside, but nice use of space, and the balcony is huge, with an amazing view of the castle, and it's an absolute sun trap. We travelled at the end of November and got a good few hours of sunbathing on the balcony.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Eurostars Pórtico Alicante
Good location and very nice unique rooms.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Dormirdcine Alicante
Superb hotel in great location, within walking distance of everything. Quirky themed bedrooms and comfortable beds - will definitely return
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
HoliHome Rambla 24
Great location, shower and bed. Unfortunately WiFi terrible.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barri Vell - Santa Creu
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.
San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.
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.
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.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Sports Technification Center and San Fernando Castle.
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.
