Things 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
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Canelobre Caves and Busot Tour with Transfer from Alicante

Canelobre Caves and Busot Tour with Transfer from Alicante

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 249 and current price is RM 236 per adult
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Alicante: Traditional Flamenco Show at Marbeuf Palace

Alicante: Traditional Flamenco Show at Marbeuf Palace

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 69 per adult
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Chocolate Factory and Guadalest Castle

Chocolate Factory and Guadalest Castle

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 363 per adult
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Alicante: E-Bike, Snorkeling and Paddle Surf Tour

Alicante: E-Bike, Snorkeling and Paddle Surf Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 253 per adult
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Alicante: E-Bike, Snorkeling and Paddle Surf Tour

Alicante: E-Bike, Snorkeling and Paddle Surf Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 253 per adult
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What to do in Alicante

Popular places to visit

Alicante Harbour which includes a bay or harbor

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.

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

Postiguet Beach

Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.

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 featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Explanada de Espana

Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.

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 which includes markets and a city

Central Market

Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.

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

Alicante Town Hall

Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.

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

Castle of Santa Barbara

Looming over the city center, this hilltop castle is the main attraction in Alicante and one of the largest castles in Europe.

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

Areas of Alicante

Alicante City Centre

Alicante City Centre

4.5/5(282 area reviews)

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 sandy beach

Playa de San Juan

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Spend the day sailing, windsurfing, golfing or swimming at one of the most popular beaches in the city.

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

3/5(2 area reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

San Antón
Caminito or walkway of Relleu. The Relleu Dam footbridge allows you to enjoy a through a narrow and spectacular gorge known as L'Estret del Pantà (the strait of the swamp).In Relleu, Alicante, Spain

Relleu

Campello Beach which includes swimming, a sandy beach and a bay or harbor

El Campello

View of the Parish San Vicente Ferrer

San Vicente del Raspeig

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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