What to do in Alicante

Activities, attractions and tours

Alicante City Centre
Alicante City Centre
Alicante showing swimming, a sandy beach and a coastal town
Cabo de las Huertas featuring a beach, a coastal town and landscape views
San Fernando Castle which includes landscape views, a coastal town and views

Places to Visit in Alicante

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1. Alicante Harbour

Located in the pristine Costa Blanca, Alicante Harbour is the gateway to the Spanish coast. Since most of the city’s maritime industry moved to Valencia in the 1980s, Alicante Harbour has been given room to redevelop into a tourist destination. Today, Alicante Harbour is a primary port of call for cruise ships, ferries and pleasure craft, bringing 80,000 visitors to the area each year. The harbour’s surrounding streets and main promenade buzzes throughout the day and night, with locals and visitors strolling between restaurants and bars.
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Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

2. Postiguet Beach

A full day exploring the sights of Alicante may leave you searching for the perfect place to cool off and refresh yourself before the evening’s revelries. Look no further: the centrally located Postiguet Beach is the ideal spot to go for a revitalising swim in the Mediterranean Sea. Situated adjacent to the Alicante Harbour, Postiguet Beach can easily be reached by walking from the city, making it a great spot for a quick dip.
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Postiguet Beach showing a coastal town, landscape views and a sunset

3. Explanada de Espana

Evening strolls are so ingrained in Spanish culture, they even have a word for it: “paseo”. Enjoy a perfect paseo along the Explanada de España, the promenade that begins at the busy Alicante port and winds along the coast. More than 6 million marble tiles make up its patterned surface. Red, white and black designs represent the waves of the Mediterranean Sea. The path is busy day and night with people out for a stroll and admiring the view along different points of the route.
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Explanada de Espana which includes markets, a coastal town and street scenes

4. Alicante Golf Course

Marked with a lake in the shape of an “S,” the designer’s initial, there is no doubt that Alicante Golf Course is a source of pride for both Severiano Ballesteros and the people of Alicante. Opened in 1998 to cater to both the increasing numbers of Spanish golf players and the many beachgoers looking for somewhere to play golf between dips in the sea, it now serves as a championship course that is also beloved by amateurs. Bring clubs or rent some and try the ingeniously designed challenges of the greens.
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Alicante Golf Course showing a lake or waterhole and golf

5. Central Market

Food is a huge part of Spanish life. Keeping up the long-held tradition for national dishes and tapas is one of the great passions of Spain’s people. The Central Market is an enormous fresh produce market in the centre of the city that marks the beginning of the day for many Alicante locals. Spread over two levels are more than 200 stalls selling mostly fresh produce and meat. Other items such as authentic souvenirs are also on sale here. The market is a great place to start your day of sightseeing, as you can pick up some good quality food to prepare a cheap and healthy picnic. The best part of the visit is seeing a traditional Spanish food market in action.
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Central Market featuring markets and a city

6. Alicante Town Hall

The Town Hall of Alicante, also known as Ayuntamiento, is a landmark building in the city’s Old Town. The current hall was built on the site of the former Casa de la Ciudad (Town Hall), and features two towers that measure over 40 metres (131 feet) tall. The interior and exterior of the building are lavishly decorated. A small chapel is located inside and paintings by prestigious local artists adorn the walls. The offices of the city council sit inside the newest part of the hall. A permanent archaeological exhibition is also on display here.
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Alicante City Centre which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

7. Castle of Santa Barbara

The Castle of Santa Bárbara sits high up on Mount Benacantil and looks out over the city of Alicante. This medieval fortification is one of the largest castles of its kind in Europe and is one of the city’s major attractions. The fort walls cover the entire top of the mountain. The castle dates back over a millennium to the ninth century when Muslims ruled the region. It has been preserved incredibly well and is almost completely intact. Visit the castle to take in some Spanish history and enjoy excellent views of the city.
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Castle of Santa Barbara which includes views, general coastal views and a castle

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What to do in Alicante

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Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

Alicante Harbour

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

Alicante Harbour
Postiguet Beach featuring tropical scenes, swimming and a sandy 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.

Postiguet Beach
Beautiful beach

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.

San Juan Beach
Explanada de Espana showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

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.

Explanada de Espana
Alicante Golf Course featuring golf and a lake or waterhole

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.

Alicante Golf Course
Central Market featuring markets and a 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.

Central Market
Alicante Town Hall which includes night scenes, a city and heritage architecture

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.

Alicante Town Hall
Castle of Santa Barbara featuring a city, night scenes and general coastal views

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.

Castle of Santa Barbara
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Almadraba Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Almadraba Beach during your travels in Cabo de las Huertas? Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Almadraba Beach

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Alicante City Centre

Alicante City Centre

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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.

Alicante City Centre
Alicante showing a beach

Playa de San Juan

This beach is a popular Alicante destination, but it’s easy to find your own spot of sand to lounge in the sun and the water is perfect for swimming and watersports.

Playa de San Juan
le port d'alicante

Ensanche Diputación

If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Ensanche Diputación
Barrio Santa Cruz in Alicante, Costa Blanca, Spain

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.

Barri Vell - Santa Creu
Cabo de las Huertas which includes landscape views, a coastal town and a beach

Cabo de las Huertas

Spain’s Costa Blanca is famous for its beaches, and this particular area has a variety of settings. Choose a sunny beach that matches your mood and personality.

Cabo de las Huertas
A stunning view from the Santa Barbara castle in Alicante, Spain . The first serious fortifications on the top of the hill were built by the Romans .

San Antón

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

San Antón

 

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Day trip destinations from Alicante

Raval Roig, Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Raval Roig

Frequently asked questions

Is Alicante worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Alicante is visit Postiguet Beach. Tick this leading attraction off your list, then discover more of this area's family-friendly attractions and bars and pubs.
How do I spend a day in Alicante?
Once you've checked off leading attractions like Postiguet Beach and Castle of Santa Barbara, spend some time discovering Alicante's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Alicante?
Don't go home without visiting Postiguet Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Alicante.
Is three days enough to stay in Alicante?
You can easily tour leading sights like Postiguet Beach, Castle of Santa Barbara and San Juan Beach with a three-day stay in Alicante. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Benidorm.
Is Alicante a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Alicante is a great place to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Postiguet Beach and Castle of Santa Barbara. Then take a stroll around Alicante City Centre, located 0.64 kilometres from the centre, and Barri Vell - Santa Creu, which is roughly 0.80 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Alicante with kids?
Planning what to do in Alicante with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Alicante for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Alicante, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Ruta de Microvina del Celler la Muntanya or Calle Castaños.
Are there free things to do in Alicante?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in Alicante is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Postiguet Beach is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.

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