Things to do in Alicante

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Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €32 per adult
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Algar Waterfalls Tour With Transfer from Alicante and Benidorm

Algar Waterfalls Tour With Transfer from Alicante and Benidorm

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €55 per adult
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Alicante: Canelobre Caves & Busot Tour with Local Guide

Alicante: Canelobre Caves & Busot Tour with Local Guide

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €60 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €42 per adult
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Taxi Boat Santa Pola to Tabarca Island

Taxi Boat Santa Pola to Tabarca Island

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €15 per adult
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What to do in Alicante

Popular places to visit

Alicante Harbour showing a bay or harbour

Alicante Harbour

4.5/5(318 reviews)

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 swimming, a beach and tropical scenes

Postiguet Beach

4.5/5(126 reviews)

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

Postiguet Beach
Alicante Golf Course

Alicante Golf Course

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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 showing markets and a city

Central Market

4/5(283 reviews)

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

Explanada de Espana

4.5/5(40 reviews)

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

Explanada de Espana
Castle of Santa Barbara

Castle of Santa Barbara

4.5/5(160 reviews)

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
San Juan 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
Alicante Town Hall featuring a square or plaza, a city and heritage architecture

Alicante Town Hall

4/5(80 reviews)

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

Alicante Town Hall
Albufereta Beach

Albufereta Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Albufereta Beach during your travels in L'Albufereta? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.

Albufereta Beach

Areas of Alicante

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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 Alicante Harbour and Calle Castaños.

Alicante City Centre
Alicante which includes 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
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Ensanche Diputación

If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Ensanche Diputación
Basilica of Santa Maria featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Barri Vell - Santa Creu

While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and San Nicolas Cathedral.

Barri Vell - Santa Creu
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Vista Hermosa

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Vista Hermosa. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via Shopping Center or Postiguet Beach.

Vista Hermosa
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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
Elche

Elche

El Campello

El Campello

Photo "Busot" by chisloup (CC BY) / Cropped from original
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Busot

Photo "Raval Roig" by Halina Frederiksen (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Halina Frederiksen (CC BY)

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.