Barri Vell - Santa Creu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 beautiful beaches 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
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas
Alicante: Guided Pub Crawl with Shots and Beer
Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle
Alicante: Fusion Flamenco Show and Gastronomy at Blacky Bar
Our pick of the best Barri Vell - Santa Creu Hotel Deals
Odyssey Rooms
Very clean and super friendly staff. Lovely room.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
Great size room with small fridge and tea/coffee facilities. Friendly staff and a brilliant rooftop bar with stunning views over Alicante. Great location, easy to get to from Alicante airport as well as other surrounding towns for a visit. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Boutique Alicante Palacete S.XVII - Adults Only
Very clean room, very central location & friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Dormirdcine Alicante
2nd stay at the hotel. Staff are great and the location near to the beach and in the old town is great for all activities.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hospes Amérigo, Alicante, a Member of Design Hotels
Todo el personal muy amable. Gran localización. Muy limpio. Buen espacio.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Eurostars Pórtico Alicante
The room was beautiful, loved the wood decor and white washed stone walls. It was spotlessly clean, modern bathroom with zero mould. Room had coffee machine, robe + slippers, toothbrush, soap, lotion, shampoo, clothes steamer. Room well sound-proofed, never heard any of the other guests. Location ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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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 San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
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.
