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1. Alicante Harbour
For many visitors to the coast of Spain, the Alicante Harbour is the first port of call. When most of Alicante’s maritime industry shifted to nearby Valencia in the 1980s, the city’s harbor precinct was redeveloped for the tourist market. Today, 80,000 visitors disembark at the harbor from cruise ships, ferries and pleasure craft each year. The area surrounding the harbor is busy most of the day, with locals and visitors alike strolling the promenade in search of the perfect restaurant or bar.
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2. Llevant Beach
Long-time Benidorm residents, families, couples and partygoers all descend upon the glorious setting of Levante Beach (Playa de Levante). This coastal treasure in one of Spain’s busiest resorts is the ideal place to cool off from the hot summer sun and go swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. Levante Beach is where the sun first shines on the town. Come early to watch the sunrise and stick around to watch the action unfold.
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3. Postiguet Beach
Those wanting to cool off after a day of exploring Alicante’s treasures will love this stretch of beach. If you’ve always wanted to swim in the Mediterranean Ocean, this is an ideal place to fulfill your dream. Located adjacent to Alicante’s famous harbor precinct, Postiguet Beach can easily be reached on foot from the city, making it an ideal candidate for a quick swim.
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4. Poniente Beach
Hang out with locals and dine at waterfront restaurants at Poniente Beach (Playa de Poniente). Stretching west from the Old Town, Poniente Beach has almost 1.9 miles (3 kilometers) of soft golden sand and warm Mediterranean water to enjoy. The beach’s name derives from the Latin word for setting (or west) and this is where you’ll witness the day’s last moments of sunshine in Benidorm.
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5. Terra Natura
Terra Natura is a zoo whose vast enclosures contain exotic animals from across the globe. Its innovative zoo immersion design makes barriers invisible, allowing you to get closer to the majestic creatures without looking through cages. Travel through the zoo’s diverse sections of Asia, Europa, América and Pangea.
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Popular places to visit
Hospital Universitari Sant Joan D'Alacant
If Hospital Universitari Sant Joan D'Alacant is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San Juan de Alicante.
Ble
Enjoy an outing to Ble during your stay in San Juan de Alicante. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.
- Alicante Harbour
- El Corte Ingles Shopping Center
- Terra Mítica
- Terra Natura
- Central Market
- Alicante Golf Course
- Balcony of the Mediterranean
- Guillermo Amor Municipal Stadium
- Palmeral of Elche
- Pola Amusement Park
- Benidorm Island
- Malpas Beach
- University of Alicante
- Casino Mediterraneo
- Albufereta Beach
- Villajoyosa Seafront Promenade
- Manuel Martinez Valero Stadium