Alicante City Centre
Alicante
Visit Alicante City Centre
Popular places to visit
Alicante Harbour
Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.
Explanada de Espana
Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.
Alicante Town Hall
Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.
Basilica of Santa Maria
For more than 500 years this church has been at the heart of Alicante’s Roman Catholic community. Today it’s worth a visit just for its inspiring architecture.
San Nicolas Cathedral
Architecture enthusiasts will love this remarkable structure, famed for its light-filled baroque interior and blue-domed roof.
Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art
See art treasures by Picasso, Dalí and Miró, as well as works by big international names of the 20th century, within the walls of one of the city’s oldest buildings.
Things to do
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea
Alicante, Santa Pola : Canelobre Cave, Busot + Coastal Walk
Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling
Top hotels in Alicante City Centre
Melia Alicante
"One of the best hotels we have stayed at. Beautiful location and views, great location and super clean. So many things to do. Only wish we could have stayed more days. Restaurant and buffet staff super nice as well as the man at luggage area."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Odyssey Rooms
"Wonderful experience!!! Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room and the hotel, in general, was very clean. I will definitely come back!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
"Stayed for 3 nights with my husband. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was gorgeous, the bed was comfy and the view looking out on to the square was lovely. The views from the rooftop bar were also great, however, it was closed when we went to get a drink. The great thing about this hotel is ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Eurostars Lucentum
"Excellent location in the middle of town. Would have liked a better cafe but all in all very good hotel."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Alicante Porta Maris
"Wonderful hotel, good restaurant & bar close to shops and beach. Helpful staff"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel La Milagrosa
"We came in very late and the reception area was helpful and kind. The room met our needs and was cleaned every day. The location was perfect! 2 blocks from the water and 3 blocks from the main shopping area. Would definitely recommend!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Alicante City Centre
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.
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 Alicante Harbour and Central Market.
San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.
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.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
